Mercury conjunct Pluto
Published November 27, 2017 · Updated September 25, 2025 · by dxpnet Astrology Team
The Mercury conjunct Pluto aspect is widely associated with depth, psychological insight, and a penetrating mind. Many astrologers believe this alignment enhances the ability to uncover hidden truths, making individuals highly perceptive and skilled at research or detective work. However, because Pluto is linked to power and transformation, some suggest that this aspect can also lead to obsessive thinking or a tendency to be secretive or controlling in communication.
In a birth chart, this aspect is often linked to an intense and investigative mind. Some believe these individuals have a natural talent for uncovering the deeper meaning behind situations, though they may also struggle with trust issues or a tendency to focus on the darker side of life. Their words often carry a great deal of influence, making them powerful communicators, but they may need to avoid being overly forceful or suspicious.
When Mercury and Pluto align in the sky, it is thought to be a time of deep thinking, transformation, and uncovering hidden knowledge. Many astrologers suggest this is a great period for research, psychological insights, and meaningful conversations, though some caution against manipulation, secrecy, or obsessive thoughts.
Mercury is currently at 25° in the zodiac sign of Scorpio and Pluto is currently at 2° in the sign of Aquarius.
Are Mercury and Pluto in a conjunction aspect right now?
In astrology, a Mercury-Pluto conjunction aspect occurs precisely when the two planets are 0° apart. However, its influence can still be felt within an orb of up to 5°.
When is the next time Mercury and Pluto will be in an exact conjunction aspect?
The next time the Mercury-Pluto conjunction aspect happens will be on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:15pm UTC when both planets will be at 1° Aquarius.
When was the last time Mercury and Pluto were in an exact conjunction aspect?
The last time the Mercury-Pluto conjunction aspect happened was on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 7:52am UTC when both planets were at 1° Aquarius.
Major Planetary Conjunctions
- What is a conjunction?
- The Sun conjunct The Moon
- The Sun conjunct Mercury
- The Sun conjunct Venus
- The Sun conjunct Mars
- The Sun conjunct Jupiter
- The Sun conjunct Saturn
- The Sun conjunct Uranus
- The Sun conjunct Neptune
- The Sun conjunct Pluto
- Venus conjunct Mars
- Venus conjunct Jupiter
- Venus conjunct Saturn
- Venus conjunct Uranus
- Venus conjunct Neptune
- Venus conjunct Pluto
- The Moon conjunct Mercury
- The Moon conjunct Venus
- The Moon conjunct Mars
- The Moon conjunct Jupiter
- The Moon conjunct Saturn
- The Moon conjunct Uranus
- The Moon conjunct Neptune
- The Moon conjunct Pluto
- Mercury conjunct Venus
- Mercury conjunct Mars
- Mercury conjunct Jupiter
- Mercury conjunct Saturn
- Mercury conjunct Uranus
- Mercury conjunct Neptune
- Mercury conjunct Pluto
- Mars conjunct Jupiter
- Mars conjunct Saturn
- Mars conjunct Uranus
- Mars conjunct Neptune
- Mars conjunct Pluto
- Jupiter conjunct Saturn
- Jupiter conjunct Uranus
- Jupiter conjunct Neptune
- Jupiter conjunct Pluto
- Saturn conjunct Uranus
- Saturn conjunct Neptune
- Saturn conjunct Pluto
- Uranus conjunct Neptune
- Uranus conjunct Pluto
- Neptune conjunct 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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