DECLINATION - Measuring and following the position of the planets and Moon by degrees north or south of the equator for a three month period. Studying the declination positions along with the horoscope chart and observing the solarmapping graphic information adds interesting details to the seasonal long range forecast.

The lines on the graph presents a picture of the planets as they perform a graceful dance through the heavens. When the planet lines cross each other there is a related weather event that is usually more impacting than the average weather for a designated location.

At the beginning of the winter season, the sun is always found at the Tropic of Capricorn, its maximum position in declination. Trace the sun's line (blue) on the graph from the this position and watch it rise to the equator in March. Note the position of the moon (dark blue line) on the graph; it has achieved its standstill position this year at 29 degrees north and south declination, the maximum high degrees it can possibly achieve during its cycle. Look at this website to further explore this natural phenomenon cycle. http://www.iol.ie/~geniet/eng/moonperb.htm

The winter season begins with the separating parallel lines of Pluto and Neptune. Jupiter has moved further south and will parallel Uranus mid February. Astrologers can read more information about times in history in articles on the Magnificent Parallel and at Astrid Fallon's website.

Early in the season, the Sun, Mercury and Venus parallel each other that will enhance stormy weather in general at various locations around the globe. The red Mars line crosses many planet lines early in the season, insuring weather that will be turbulent and/or warmer, in nature. In mid January, the Sun, Moon and Mercury lines converge for another winter storm. In early February, Mercury and Venus will travel together to create unstable warm/cold fronts. The Sun and Mercury lines cross once more at the end of February adding power to another storm. In early March at the time of the full Moon, the Sun and Moon are with Uranus. This lineup should bring high pressure and freezing temps for many areas. At the first of springtime we can expect a sudden warming trend bringing promise and smiles. Observations, comments and forecasts are welcome.
Write to: Carolyn Egan (carolyn@weathersage.com),
Long Range Weather Forecaster
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