What is a solar return?
It's the birth chart cast for the exact moment the Sun returns to the same position it held when you were born. It happens every year on your birthday or a day before or after, at a different time each year. Astrology uses it to see the main themes of that year of your life.
Why does it matter where I spend my birthday?
Because the rising sign and houses of the solar return depend on location. The planets' positions are the same worldwide, but the year's rising sign and houses change if you travel. That's why you can enter the city where you'll spend your birthday.
What should I look at first?
The rising sign of the year sets the overall tone; the Sun's house, where you'll put your energy; Jupiter, where luck arrives; Venus, love and enjoyment; and Saturn, where you'll have to work hard.
Frequently asked questions
Does the solar return begin on January 1?
No. It runs from one birthday to the next, because it begins when the Sun returns to your natal position.
Do I need my birth time?
Yes, so the moment of the solar return is exact. Without it, the year's rising sign and houses may vary.
Can I see solar returns from previous years?
Yes. Choose the year from the list to see last year's solar return or those of coming years.
Astronomical calculation with Astronomy Engine, checked against Swiss Ephemeris. City search: Open-Meteo.
Portal Místico readings are symbolic and intended for entertainment and personal reflection. They are not a substitute for professional advice.