Mars sextile Jupiter
Published November 27, 2017 · Updated September 25, 2025 · by dxpnet Astrology Team
The Mars sextile Jupiter aspect is often associated with confidence, enthusiasm, and a strong drive for achievement. Many astrologers believe this aspect enhances motivation and luck, making individuals naturally inclined toward success and adventure. However, because sextiles require activation, some suggest that these individuals must take action on opportunities rather than expecting them to come effortlessly.
In a birth chart, this aspect is commonly linked to a bold and optimistic approach to life. Some believe these individuals are naturally lucky and have a strong sense of timing, though they may need to ensure they don’t become overconfident or take unnecessary risks. Their greatest growth comes from balancing ambition with wisdom.
When Mars and Jupiter form a sextile in the sky, it is thought to be a time of increased energy and fortunate opportunities. Many astrologers suggest this is a great period for starting new ventures, expanding horizons, and embracing leadership roles, though some caution against acting recklessly or overextending oneself.
Mars is currently at 23° in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius and Jupiter is currently at 24° in the sign of Cancer.
Are Mars and Jupiter in a sextile aspect right now?
In astrology, a Mars-Jupiter sextile aspect occurs precisely when the two planets are 60° apart. However, its influence can still be felt within an orb of up to 6°.
When is the next time Mars and Jupiter will be in an exact sextile aspect?
The next time the Mars-Jupiter sextile aspect happens will be on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 5:19am UTC.
When was the last time Mars and Jupiter were in an exact sextile aspect?
The last time the Mars-Jupiter sextile aspect happened was on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 9:50am UTC.
Major Sextile Aspects
- What Is A Sextile?
- Sun sextile Moon
- Sun sextile Mercury
- Sun sextile Venus
- Sun sextile Mars
- Sun sextile Jupiter
- Sun sextile Saturn
- Sun sextile Uranus
- Sun sextile Neptune
- Sun sextile Pluto
- Moon sextile Mercury
- Moon sextile Venus
- Moon sextile Mars
- Moon sextile Jupiter
- Moon sextile Saturn
- Moon sextile Uranus
- Moon sextile Neptune
- Moon sextile Pluto
- Mercury sextile Venus
- Mercury sextile Mars
- Mercury sextile Jupiter
- Mercury sextile Saturn
- Mercury sextile Uranus
- Mercury sextile Neptune
- Mercury sextile Pluto
- Venus sextile Mars
- Venus sextile Jupiter
- Venus sextile Saturn
- Venus sextile Uranus
- Venus sextile Neptune
- Venus sextile Pluto
- Mars sextile Jupiter
- Mars sextile Saturn
- Mars sextile Uranus
- Mars sextile Neptune
- Mars sextile Pluto
- Jupiter sextile Saturn
- Jupiter sextile Uranus
- Jupiter sextile Neptune
- Jupiter sextile Pluto
- Saturn sextile Uranus
- Saturn sextile Neptune
- Saturn sextile Pluto
- Uranus sextile Neptune
- Uranus sextile Pluto
- Neptune sextile 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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