Mars square Neptune
Published November 27, 2017 · Updated September 25, 2025 · by dxpnet Astrology Team
The Mars square Neptune aspect is widely associated with confusion, misplaced energy, and idealistic goals. Many astrologers believe this aspect creates a struggle between drive and dreams, making individuals prone to uncertainty about their true motivations. However, because squares promote personal development, some suggest that this aspect can also help individuals learn how to channel their passion into meaningful, creative, or spiritual pursuits.
In a birth chart, this aspect is often linked to a strong imagination and a desire to achieve something greater than oneself. Some believe these individuals have an intuitive sense of direction but may struggle with practical execution. Their greatest growth comes from learning to set clear goals and avoiding escapist tendencies.
When Mars and Neptune form a square in the sky, it is thought to be a time of heightened creativity and spiritual exploration. Many astrologers suggest this is a great period for artistic or compassionate work, though some caution against deception, lack of motivation, or unrealistic expectations.
Mars is currently at 22° in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius and Neptune is currently at 29° in the sign of Pisces.
Are Mars and Neptune in a square aspect right now?
In astrology, a Mars-Neptune square aspect occurs precisely when the two planets are 90° apart. However, its influence can still be felt within an orb of up to 9°.
When is the next time Mars and Neptune will be in an exact square aspect?
The next time the Mars-Neptune square aspect happens will be on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 12:03pm UTC.
When was the last time Mars and Neptune were in an exact square aspect?
The last time the Mars-Neptune square aspect happened was on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 4:12am UTC.
Major Square Aspects
- What Is A Square?
- Sun square Moon
- Sun square Mercury
- Sun square Venus
- Sun square Mars
- Sun square Jupiter
- Sun square Saturn
- Sun square Uranus
- Sun square Neptune
- Sun square Pluto
- Moon square Mercury
- Moon square Venus
- Moon square Mars
- Moon square Jupiter
- Moon square Saturn
- Moon square Uranus
- Moon square Neptune
- Moon square Pluto
- Mercury square Venus
- Mercury square Mars
- Mercury square Jupiter
- Mercury square Saturn
- Mercury square Uranus
- Mercury square Neptune
- Mercury square Pluto
- Venus square Mars
- Venus square Jupiter
- Venus square Saturn
- Venus square Uranus
- Venus square Neptune
- Venus square Pluto
- Mars square Jupiter
- Mars square Saturn
- Mars square Uranus
- Mars square Neptune
- Mars square Pluto
- Jupiter square Saturn
- Jupiter square Uranus
- Jupiter square Neptune
- Jupiter square Pluto
- Saturn square Uranus
- Saturn square Neptune
- Saturn square Pluto
- Uranus square Neptune
- Uranus square Pluto
- Neptune square Pluto
Data Source: Planetary positions and aspect calculations are derived from the NASA JPL DE ephemerides (Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena CA). Calculations updated in real time for precision within one arc-minute.
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