Sun sextile Mars
Published November 27, 2017 · Updated September 25, 2025 · by dxpnet Astrology Team
The Sun sextile Mars aspect is widely associated with motivation, confidence, and the ability to take effective action. Many astrologers believe this aspect enhances personal drive, making individuals naturally assertive and capable of pursuing their goals. However, because sextiles require activation, some suggest that this aspect works best when individuals actively channel their energy into productive pursuits.
In a birth chart, this aspect is often linked to strong leadership potential and physical vitality. Some believe these individuals have a balanced approach to assertiveness and can take decisive action without being overly aggressive, though they may need to ensure they remain consistently proactive. Their greatest strength lies in their ability to take initiative while maintaining a sense of cooperation.
When the Sun and Mars form a sextile in the sky, it is thought to be a time of increased energy and confidence. Many astrologers suggest this is a great period for pursuing goals, physical activity, and taking bold steps forward, though some caution against letting enthusiasm fade without follow-through.
Sun is currently at 13° in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius and Mars is currently at 22° in the sign of Sagittarius.
Are Sun and Mars in a sextile aspect right now?
In astrology, a Sun-Mars 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 Sun and Mars will be in an exact sextile aspect?
The next time the Sun-Mars sextile aspect happens will be on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 7:14pm UTC.
When was the last time Sun and Mars were in an exact sextile aspect?
The last time the Sun-Mars sextile aspect happened was on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2:49pm 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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