Station instants computed with Swiss Ephemeris to the minute, in UTC. Mars is retrograde about 0.47 times a year for 58–81 days.
Mars is retrograde once in 1986: from Jun 8, 1986, 23:25 UTC at 23°07′ Capricorn until Aug 12, 1986, 07:46 UTC at 11°25′ Capricorn.
| Stations retrograde | At | Stations direct | At | Days | Arc | Pre-shadow from | Post-shadow to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 1986, 23:25 UTC | 23°07′ Capricorn | Aug 12, 1986, 07:46 UTC | 11°25′ Capricorn | 64.35 | 11.70° | 11°25′ Capricorn | 23°07′ Capricorn |
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