Your Saturn Return occurs when Saturn returns to the exact position it held in your birth chart—happening around ages 27–31 (first return), ages 59–60 (second return), and ages 88–90 (third return). Because Saturn takes approximately 29.5 years to orbit the Sun and goes retrograde periodically, each Saturn Return spans roughly 2–3 years rather than a single moment.
When Do Saturn Returns Happen?
Saturn Returns mark major life transitions, pushing you toward greater maturity, responsibility, and alignment with your authentic path. Here’s when each occurs:
- First Saturn Return (Ages 27–31): The transition into true adulthood—often triggering career shifts, relationship changes, and a search for authentic purpose
- Second Saturn Return (Ages 59–60): A mid-life review and entry into mature wisdom—reassessing accomplishments and redefining priorities
- Third Saturn Return (Ages 88–90): The wise elder stage—reflecting on legacy and life’s deeper meaning
Am I Having My Saturn Return Right Now?
Use our free Saturn Return calculator below to find your exact Saturn Return dates. Simply enter your birth information to discover when Saturn returns to its natal position in your chart.
How to Find Your Exact Saturn Return Dates
To calculate your precise Saturn Return timing, you’ll need:
- Your exact birth date (month, day, and year)
- Your birth time (as precise as possible—check your birth certificate)
- Your birth location (city and country)
Enter these details into our calculator above, or consult with a professional astrologer for a detailed interpretation of what your Saturn Return means for your unique chart.
What Does a Saturn Return Mean?
The Saturn Return is a profound astrological period of reckoning, responsibility, and growth. Saturn—the planet of discipline, structure, and life lessons—forces you to confront whether your life aligns with your true values and long-term goals.
Common Saturn Return experiences include:
- Major career transitions or professional breakthroughs
- Relationship evolutions—commitments, breakups, or deeper bonds
- Shedding old patterns that no longer serve you
- Taking on new responsibilities (marriage, parenthood, leadership)
- Confronting fears and stepping into your authentic self
While Saturn Returns can feel challenging, they ultimately lead to profound transformation and a stronger foundation for the next chapter of life.
Why Does a Saturn Return Last 2–3 Years?
Saturn moves slowly through the zodiac and goes retrograde (appears to move backward) for about 4–5 months each year. This means Saturn may cross the exact degree of your natal Saturn multiple times before moving on—extending your Saturn Return period to approximately 2–3 years rather than a single pass.
Learn More About Saturn’s Influence
Dive deeper into Saturn’s cosmic lessons:
- Saturn Return: A Cosmic Rite of Passage — What to expect and how to navigate this transformative time
- Saturn in Astrology — Understanding the planet of karma, discipline, and mastery
- Saturn in Pisces (2023–2026) — Current Saturn transit and its collective impact
- All Cosmic Calculators — Explore your birth chart, rising sign, and more
