November 2025: Uranus returns to Taurus, Jupiter/Mercury retrograde

 

This month the Sun finishes its transit through Scorpio and enters Sagittarius, the last sign of fall. Mercury turns retrograde November 9^th until the 29^th and will transit from Sagittarius back into Scorpio again where it turns direct late November. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 4th and will begin a volatile transit with Uranus. Jupiter, the money planet turns retrograde and Saturn turns direct. Uranus will re-enter the sign Taurus for one last pass through this sign and re-enter Gemini again late April 2026.

We will experience a full moon in Taurus and a new moon in Scorpio. This will set off the 2^nd/8^th house axis of the zodiac which means a great deal of the month will focused on money both collectively and individually.

Now, the details.

October 31-November 1^st, Mercury is opposing Uranus in Gemini. This can be exciting for some and make others nervous. With this transit we can typically expect change of some sort that may be unexpected or we could experience unexpected communication. Use care if driving.

November 4^th, Mars enters Sagittarius and begins its opposition to Uranus. You will be personally affected if you have mutable planets (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius or Pisces) at 0-2 degrees.

This is a transit of unexpected events, volatility and potential explosions or explosive circumstances in the world so use care. In our personal lives we could see some type of unexpected change or tempers could easily flare.

Uranus rules technology, aircraft, spacecraft, electricity, innovation and freedom. Uranus is typically involved in coups, airplane crashes, technology breakdowns and unexpected events. It can also be indicative of accidents.

This transit will be with us through at least the 8^th and its affects will linger even longer albeit it is waning. This will be the most volatile aspect of the month.

Mars enters Sagittarius

Expect energy as well as our actions to become more jovial, positive and optimistic, as Sagittarius is typically among the most positive and energetic of signs. Mars-Sagittarius will encourage us to find and act on our own independent nature. Freedom is a theme with Mars in this sign, as well as the key to the energy. Sagittarius does not like feeling bogged down in structures or relationships. Energy is often playful and this time can be full of unexpected pleasant surprises.

Sagittarius is an expansive sign, and is ruled by the planet Jupiter, considered the ‘greater benefic,’ and the harbinger of luck making Sagittarius is the most ‘lucky’ sign of all.  Justice and honesty are also key words associated with Sagittarius and truth is extremely important to Sagittarius whatever the truth may reveal.

Sagittarius is interested in expanding the personal viewpoint and adventure. Don’t be surprised if you don’t want to explore new ways of approaching things and different ways of dealing with old problems or issues.

Sagittarius loves travel. Many will be traveling this month, and if you aren’t don’t be surprised if you don’t find yourself looking at future faraway destinations for the New Year.

Sagittarius or the 9^th house, also rules education, higher learning and philosophy. All education does not have to be formal and you could find yourself trying to expand your mind or education in some way without going back to school. On the other hand if this is what you desire, now is an opportune time to actually return to school.

The 9^th house also rules courts and legal issues, and world view so it is likely we will hear some important judicial rulings during Mars time in Sagittarius. Our world view or philosophies could also take a front seat during this transit of Mars or change in some way.

The downside of Sagittarius is restlessness, and over expansiveness.  While Sagittarius may mean well over committing to things is an issue to watch out for as Sag always like to ‘go big or go home.’ Another trait of Sag is an inability to commit to things or coming across as changeable depending on the day and the emotional weather

November 5^th full moon in Taurus

This month’s full moon falls at 13 degrees of Taurus. Taurus is ruled by planet Venus and is the 2^nd house of the zodiac which rules money/income. Venus is the ruler of money, love, beauty and values.  The moon itself makes no harsh aspects.

The moon sextiles Jupiter which is positive and uplifting but unfortunately Mars opposition to Uranus during this full moon makes this a volatile, changeable and unpredictable period. Moon-Jupiter however should help with some balance and positivity but it won’t negate the Uranus aspect.

November 6^th, Venus enters Scorpio until November 29^th.

Venus in Scorpio is considered at its detriment which means its energies are a little more difficult to work with. This does not mean that it is negative, just a different type of energy. This sign will work quite well for the Water signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Venus in Scorpio can become so intense that at worst some could feel obsessively entangled with someone else they may not even know that well. Since Scorpio is water sign feelings and emotions can seem overpowering or deep and this can be difficult for Fire and Air signs.

And then, there is the sex. Scorpio is known as the sexiest of the twelve signs and for Scorpio sex is at the top of the list. Scorpio is complex and craves intimacy like air but they are not always open in terms of what they should tell or express to their lover. Venus in Scorpio will bring about much more intensity and passion.

November 7^th, Uranus re-enters Taurus

Uranus has been in the sign of Gemini since July 7^th and returns to Taurus one more time November 7^th until April 26, 2026 and this represents its final pass in this sign. When it returns to Gemini it will remain in this sign until May 2033. It takes Uranus 84 years to circle the zodiac so it is unlikely any of us reading this will experience this transit again.

Uranus entered Taurus May of 2018 and much has changed since then. With Uranus’s re-entrance into Taurus I believe we can expect to see more news about resources, natural resources, food and farming since Taurus rules the earth. At the time of this post US farmers are suffering greatly due to the current President’s stance on tariffs and new numbers show inflation rising especially food costs.

When Uranus is at 29 degrees in November and again April 2026 it is considered to be a critical period. The 29^th degree is called the anaretic degree and major events often occur. We may be seized with a feeling we only have a short time to correct things.

 Uranus rules technology, freedom, upheaval, explosions, aircraft and electricity and future advancements. It also rules all forms of communication.  While Taurus rules the 2^nd house of money with Venus as its ruling planet, Gemini rules the 3^rd house of communication and its planetary ruler is Mercury the planet of communication.

When Uranus or any of the outer planets change signs we typically see significant events play out in the world around this time.

Also on November 7^th, Venus squares Pluto. This can affect love and money. Pluto has an obsessive quality to it that can at times result in bad behavior. Feelings can be very deep and based on compulsions or something else in the subconscious mind. Pluto rules bullies, power and the abuse of power. If this aspects something in the personal chart you could experience some type of revelation and at worst a relationship could end or a financial event doesn’t work out as planned. It can also represent obsessive worry and over thinking.

Mercury retrogrades November 9^th-29th

This is our final retrograde of the year and Mercury will turn retrograde at 6 degrees of Sagittarius. It moves back into the sign of Scorpio November 18^th and turns direct at 20 degrees of Scorpio on the 29th.

The shadow period is when Mercurial energy begins to change and this began October 20^th. The shadow period after it turns direct will last until December 17^th.

The worst period of the retrograde is typically the 2 stationary periods when the planet has stopped and is beginning to change directions. This would be November 9-13 and November 29-December 1^st. Things are at their most confusing at this point and Mercury is very powerful especially if it aspects something in your personal chart during one if its stations.

Most people know that retrograde Mercury screws up communication, meetings and slows down things in general. Machinery often breaks, people break up and some projects end. This is not the time to buy expensive items, make major decisions or changes, get elective medical procedures or get engaged or married. Do any of these things and do so at your own risk. I have tested this many times and there is always a problem or something has to be changed when it turns direct again.

The purpose of the retrograde is to show us what is and what is not working. To lean this we often have to slow down and reflect. Important information is often uncovered at this time that we need to know to be able to move forward.

This is the worst possible time for holiday shoppers. If you buy gifts during the retrograde expect many of them to be returned or not work out as planned.

Lastly, retrograde Mercury is about the past. We may run into those from the past or that we have known at some point before. The retrograde period is great for catching up with old friends, former clients or anyone from your past. At times old lovers return but a retrograde does not guarantee this!

  November 11^th Jupiter turns retrograde until March 11, 2026

Every year the planet of gain and expansion turns retrograde for roughly 4 months.

In some instances, money matters can be delayed when Jupiter retrogrades, but it does not totally take away the beneficial effects of Jupiter.

Sometimes however, with Jupiter retrograde if a positive aspect is being made, whatever is being shown may not be delivered to the extent hoped for at this time. If so, Jupiter will return again to this degree later in the year, and more positive results may occur then.

. As Jupiter retrogrades, this is a good time to enlarge your internal dialogue to see where you can expend your personal perspective.

We tend to reflect more when Jupiter retrogrades and build ourselves on an inner level as opposed to an outer material level.

It is likely Jupiter’s retrograde will prompt a collective as well as individual reevaluation of our values, security and what makes us feel safe.

November 12^th, Mercury conjuncts Mars for the second time in a month. The first was October 18-19^th in Scorpio. This time the transit will occur in the sign of Sagittarius. This aspect is prone toward anger, frustration, arguments and significant news. Some will feel a type of burning anger or frustration.

November 16^th, the Sun trines Jupiter. This is an expansive and positive transit which is good for just about anything you want to undertake today.

November 19^th /20^th New Moon in Scorpio

Scorpio is the sign that rules the 8^th house which is associated with other people’s money and change and transformation. Its rulers are Mars and Pluto.

This moon trines both Jupiter and Saturn creating a grand trine in the sky which is a positive formation and can give us stability and grounding. It is possible for good things to come from this.

Mercury opposes Uranus today and this is a transit connected to unexpected news and communication. Unexpected events could occur of a shocking nature with any Uranus transit or we could hear news we weren’t expecting. This is a prime aspect for accidents so use caution especially while driving.

The Sun also begins its opposition to Uranus which is another unpredictable transit. Once again, we can expect major events in the world and people may seem changeable. Plans could suddenly change or you could change your mind about something. Some may want to try new things and approaches while others may experience restlessness or nervous energy. This energy will peak in the early morning hours of November 21^st.

November 21^st, the Sun makes 3 major aspects; it opposes Uranus in the early morning hours, then trines Neptune by 8:05 AM, EST. This is a pleasant and even intuitive transit.  By 8:36 PM, EST the Sun enters Sagittarius and the Sagittarius season is on!

The Sun in Sagittarius

Sagittarius is a mutable sign which means changeable and things are always changing during this season. Sagittarius loves new and different things, travel and is always growing.

Mutable planets switch their mode of expression frequently. They often have a natural diplomatic bent, but can often be perceived as unreliable and uncommitted due to their constant changeability. The mutable signs are Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. When the Sun goes into any of these signs we may change our minds and ideas more frequently than normal as we tap into the mutable energy.

Freedom is a theme with this sign and you may feel a desire to be free to pursue your own ideas and goals.  You may even strongly want to cut ties with any person or situation that seems to hold you back.

Sagittarius is self assured, sometimes to the point of cockiness, being totally honest and at times putting their foot in their mouths. If you don’t keep things in check you could express these qualities to the point of annoying someone. Sagittarius is typically so self assured they often don’t realize their boldness can turn some people off. Sagittarius is known for their fiery cheerfulness but their frequently overblown optimism can lead to inflated ideas and expectations.

The downside of Sag can be restlessness, boredom and a lack of attention to details. The old saying, ‘the devil is in the details,’ can be important with the unbridled optimism of Sagittarius can end up with plans changing or going south, when the details become apparent or are left out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The upcoming Saturn-Pluto square of 2028-29

 

There are about 10 major planetary aspects that occur in the skies periodically shaping our collective and individual destinies.  One of the biggest involves Saturn and Pluto. There is no doubt this is a harsh combination. The start of this particular cycle began with a conjunction in January 2020 when Covid became a world event. Of course we experienced the lockdowns and rising death tolls every day.  Pluto and Saturn were  conjunct and in the sign of Capricorn as this began.

This is an aspect that represents a period of intense changes in the world and is associated with geo-political changes although the Spanish Flu at the turn of the century occurred under the same transit. Pluto has now moved to Aquarius and established power structures are generally challenged during this cycle as you will see later in this blog.  Pluto/Aquarius will usher in a period of revolutionary changes around the world. This is a difficult but potentially dynamic period of time and changes that occur may not be easy but are often for the better at the end of the day. Aquarius is the sign of the people opposed to Capricorn which can be associated with extreme wealth and patriarchy. 

Saturn represents our structures and Pluto often represents corruption and power. Saturn enters Taurus April of 2028 and Taurus is associated with money, resources, finances, food and farming and personal/collective values since it is ruled by Venus. Pluto in Aquarius is associated with innovation, collective movements and social change.

The first exact hit of this transit between Pluto and Saturn is on June 28, 2028 at 8 degrees. The 2^nd is November 15, 2028 at 6 degrees and the final hit is March 29, 2029 at 8 degrees again. If you have fixed planets; Taurus, Leo, Aquarius or Scorpio at these degrees or within 2 degrees this aspect will affect you personally and bring about some significant change depending on what it is aspecting in your chart.

Let’s take a look at the last squares between Saturn and Pluto in the past century

-1907-08-Pisces/Gemini

-1922-Libra/Cancer

-1940-Taurus/Leo

-1955-57-Scorpio/Leo

-1973-74-Cancer/Libra

-1993-94-Aquarius/Scorpio

-2001-Note that Saturn and Pluto were in an opposition

-2009-10-Libra/Capricorn

All of these periods coincided with major societal change. In 1907 the world saw Oklahoma statehood, forced sterilization of people in institutions such as prison and mental hospitals for the purpose of eugenics, the panic of 1907 and transatlantic radio came into being.

1922 saw Mussolini’s rise to power, the USSR was formed and it was the end of the Ottoman Empire. The BBC was formed this year

In 1940 the world was at war during WWll.

1955-57 T the Montgomery bus boycott began following Rosa Park’s arrest and the struggle for Civil rights became more pronounced. The polio vaccine was created and we saw the start of the Vietnam War.

1973-74 led to the oil crisis and global recession, the Watergate Scandal, US president Nixon’s resignation and Roe v. Wade was passed.

1993-94 brought about the first World trade Center bombing and the WACO siege. The Rwandan genocide began.  The Russian Constitutional Crisis occurred under Yeltsin when he dissolved Parliament.  Amazon was founded.

2009-10  saw  ‘Arab Spring’. The Affordable Care Act was signed and Michael Jackson suddenly died.

This represents only a fraction of events that occurred during these years and as you can see that while this is a very intense time, strife with conflict, society typically makes many major advances during these times as well. It is a period of global upheaval and the emergence of new inventions, laws and ways of living.

2028-9 will be a test of how well we have collectively handled the systems that we have been building and creating since 2019-2020 when Saturn was conjunct Pluto. If they aren’t working then we will have to transform them into systems that work and with Pluto in Aquarius (power to the people) the systems will have to work for all of us not just the  1%  Let’s not forget the last time Pluto was in Aquarius we saw not only the American Revolution but the very bloody French revolution as well and the end of the Monarchy in France. The people changed things albeit through a very difficult time. That said, I am not predicting another revolution in the US that goes to the extremes of that era.

Pluto in Aquarius has squared Saturn in Taurus 6 times since the year 1000.

-1058 at 24 degrees July 6^th

-1059 at 26 degrees April 24

-1705 at 18 degrees-July 29^th and August 30

-1706 at 18 degrees-April 11

-1794 at 26 degrees-December 11th

-1795 at 27 degrees-April 6th

In 1705 the Virginia Black Code was a law passed by Virginia’s House of Burgess that solidified race-based chattel slavery. This law declared non-Christians from non-Christian lands brought to the colony were slaves for live and established the law that made slaves as property. They were stripped of basic rights such including personal movement the right to bear arms or testify in court.

In 1706 French, Spanish, and Native American allies were fighting against the English colonies and their Native American allies.

1794 was a pivotal year for the United States. The Whiskey Rebellion in particular served as a crucial test for the government, proving that it would enforce the laws of Congress and maintain order. 

The same year also brought about the end of the Reign of Terror in France, and the execution of Robespierre.

Key events in 1795 included the end of the French Revolution's radical phase. Significant treaties were signed in the U.S.

For the sake of brevity I will leave off the European history of 1058-59 but it included significant shifts in power within the Papacy, the continued Norman expansion in Italy, and a major revolt and consolidation of power within the Seljuk Empire.

While this article is focused on the squares between Saturn and Pluto I didn’t want to leave off one of the worst events in US history which occurred in 2001 when Saturn in Gemini opposed Pluto in Sagittarius leading up to the events of September 11 with the destruction of the World Trade Center when jihadists flew planes into the World Trade Center in NYC. This led to the deaths of 2, 996 in New York and Pa when another plane was aimed toward the Pentagon. Saturn and Pluto were in a 2 degree orb and this event clearly shows us how malefic these two planets can be when in hard aspect with each other.

 While Saturn-Pluto transits can be difficult but they also coincide with some of societies greatest leaps forward (after a period of hard work).

2028 will be the beginning of the next election cycle in the US. I won’t go into that at this point but I do believe voters need to be aware of the propensity for abuse, voter suppression, intimidation and power plays that don’t benefit the people. Pluto in Aquarius however will be a great deal of pushback from the people should this occur. It will be a volatile period in the world that will lead to further change by the time we get to this point the world will be far different from what it is today and then change once again.