Mercury Retrograde #2: June 29 - July 23, 2026 | WhatHoroscope

About This Mercury Retrograde

Summer communication chaos in emotional Cancer

The second Mercury retrograde of 2026 happens entirely in emotional Cancer, making this the most FEELINGS-heavy retrograde of the year. Expect family drama, home miscommunication, and emotional overwhelm.

When Mercury retrogrades through Cancer, communication becomes deeply emotional and indirect. Family members misunderstand each other, home tech breaks down, and everyone is more sensitive than usual.

Timeline

Retrograde: June 29 - July 23

Pre-Shadow: June 14

Post-Shadow: August 7

Key Themes

• Family miscommunication
• Emotional overwhelm
• Home tech issues
• Indirect communication

Common Issues

• Family arguments
• Home appliance failures
• Emotional miscommunication
• Passive-aggressive texts

✅ Universal DOs

What everyone should do during this retrograde

Have patient family conversations

Express emotions clearly and directly

Back up home tech and photos

Reconnect with family members

Journal about family patterns

Create emotional safety at home

❌ Universal DON'Ts

What everyone should avoid during this retrograde

Move or buy property (wait until August 7)

Make major family decisions

Send emotional texts without thinking

Assume family understands you

Start home renovations

Suppress your feelings

Special Warning

This retrograde is in CANCER, the most emotional sign. Family miscommunication will be intense and feelings will be easily hurt. Be extra gentle with family members and express emotions clearly and directly.