March 2026: Spring, War and Jupiter turns direct!

 

The first of two eclipses occurred February 17^th, and the companion lunar full moon eclipse falls on March 3^rd at 12 degrees of Virgo.

Virgo rules the 6^th house in astrology which rules health, work, service and pets. The planetary ruler of Virgo is Mercury and this eclipse opposes Mercury (retrograde) at 20 degrees of Pisces. When an eclipse falls on a retrograde Mercury confusion may abound and events that are connected to the eclipse may be delayed.

This eclipse may demand an assessment of health, routines and work. Virgo rules bank auditors and auditors. It rules daily routines, analytical matters and organization which are things many of us will be focused on.

That said, the US is now in an undeclared war with Israel against Iran as we begin the first week of the month. The January eclipse and the Mars-Uranus square which set off the eclipse point, foretold the story well as it squared the Moon (ruler of the people) in the US natal chart January 27^th-March 1^st. This aspect and the astrology of these days strongly aspected the charts of Donald Trump, Netanyahu and Iran’s Supreme Leader who is now deceased.

The US is headed toward a crisis this month which clearly shows up in the US natal chart and the chart of Donald Trump. It is pointless to ignore the truth and the fact is now is a dangerous time and the US is in a very serious period that could affect many things for a long time to come. It does not mean we have entered WW111. It is  a dangerous period and the future is not yet fully written.

Saturn and Neptune are conjunct in Aries which is a rare transit indicative of upheaval, confusion and geopolitical change this month. We have been dealing with Saturn-Neptune in Pisces most of last year and Aries this year which signifies new beginnings for better or worse.

By mid March Saturn squares Venus in the US chart 7^th house. The 7^th house rules open enemies as well as partners. Venus is one of the money planets and it also rules women and values, so this is not a positive aspect for the US and could affect many things.

Neptune in Aries will also square Venus and Jupiter this year in the US Sibly chart. Neptune transits last longer than Saturn and tend to have a dissolving affect over time. Neptune’s first square to Venus occurs toward the end of April followed by its square to Jupiter as we approach summer and will occur multiple times over the next several years. Neptune transits can be even more frustrating than Saturn because it can seem like one step forward/three steps back. Neptune is a confusing influence and at times it is hard to see the truth as Neptune obscures it. This transit will affect finances, US enemies and US allies.  The US is going to have to reconsider and come to a conclusion what our true values really are.

Late March into April Saturn squares Jupiter in the US chart 7^th house. Jupiter rules money, laws and in this case enemies and partners of the US. This will represent a crisis point in the US that clearly shows up in the US President’s chart and certain things will change at this point.

In Trump’s chart Saturn opposes Neptune from the 8^th to the 2^nd houses. The 8^th house rules death, surgeries, lawsuits, transformation and taxpayer money. At times this house can rule sex and secrets. The most significant days in Trump’s chart during this period include March 23-30^th and April 5^th-7th. Events are not limited to these days but they will be significant.

From here Saturn will square Trump’s Mercury in April, indicative of negative news that this aspect will be in his chart into May. What happens in a leaders chart is significant to the country.

March is a pivotal month in the US and in the world and the crisis we encounter will deal with Trump and it will not be to his favor or benefit. A health event is also possible.

Now is the time to remain grounded, focus on what you need to do and try and uplift your own life as much as possible. Make your corner of the world as cheerful as you can and do what you can to help others as now is the time we all need that.

Mercury is of course retrograde in Pisces until the 20^th and as most reading this know now is a time of confused thinking and a time we need to focus on finishing up what needs to be finished and not moving forward on new things if we can possible help it. Don’t buy high ticket items and during this 3 week period many things can break down. This is the time to reflect on the future, not create it. Retrograde has to do with the past and this is the perfect time for reconnecting with others or going back to past projects to complete them.

Mars entered Pisces March 2^nd where it will remain until April 9^th.  Pisces is the most intuitive of signs and many of our actions will be focused on our intuition rather than rational thinking. It can be a relaxed sign for Mars, but it can also be a confusing period of time.

Venus enters Aries March 6^th-30^th. While it transits through Aries, Venus is in action planet Mars’ sign and will signal greater passions, energy and action directed toward Venusian pursuits; especially love. We may feel more assertive in connecting with those we are most attracted to and want to get to know better, and seek a fresher, more exciting approach with those we are already involved with. Confidence is a trait associated with Aries so we could see our confidence soar along with our passions.

As Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, Venus in Aries offers us a fresh start in terms of relationships, money and determining where our true values really lie. We will yearn for new experiences and desire to be more spontaneous in terms of our social lives and those we may be interested in. Often this transit brings out a longing for new and exciting adventures and experiences.

On the 30^th Venus will move into Taurus until May 19^th. Taurus is one of the signs ruled by Venus which works well in this sign. This will be a laid back time when we are more focused on the good things in life; fine dining, beautiful things and it is a sensual sign for Venus to be in.

March 10^th Jupiter turns direct after a 5 month retrograde. Jupiter is the planet of luck and money and this can only be a positive influence. If this is aspecting something in your chart in an easy aspect you can expect good results.

The sign Cancer is about home, family and our emotions. security and all of these things can increase along with a desire for nurturing and being a little closer to home in some way. Cancer is an emotional sign and now is the time to get in touch with our emotions and those of others close to us.

The US is a Cancer country and during March, Jupiter is square Saturn in the US chart which can indicate many limitations and economic issues. At the time of this post the stock market is volatile.  Jupiter will do more to help the US when it moves out of its square to Saturn in the US chart later in April.

March 20^th the Sun enters Aries and this is the spring solstice or the first day of spring. At the 0 degree of Aries we begin the solar New Year all over again.  In the West we celebrate New Year’s January 1^st but for astrologers it’s when the Sun enters 0 degrees of Aries, the 1^st sign of the zodiac.

When the Sun moves from Pisces into Aries we come back to what our own desires and needs are and how to go about meeting them. Often we begin new ventures and projects and become more impatient when it comes to love. Aries is all about new starts and new beginnings, just like spring and of course it is the first sign of spring.

Aries is not only a Fire sign, but a Cardinal Fire sign. Cardinal signs are the natural leaders and like to be in the circle of movers and shakers. They typically exude confidence and as the Sun enters Aries we will all take on more of these characteristics.

Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of action and war. Mars is a take charge planet, and can be determined, brash, and assertive and always seeks movement or action. Aries cannot stand inertia or being bored.

Aries qualities include bravery, a take charge attitude, bold ideas and actions, confidence, enthusiasm, honesty, and passion. Aries main weaknesses are being short tempered, moody, impulsive and overly aggressive.

Of course, the Sun’s entrance into Aries will conjunct Neptune and Saturn from the 20^th-March 25^th, since this sets off the conjunction we are under. Once again these will be significant days in the world.

Mercury also turns direct after a 3 week retrograde today.

Mercury turns direct at 8 degrees of Pisces. We are not however, out of the woods yet. The direct shadow period lasts from March 20^th thru the 24^th and this is when things can change direction once again, or we may receive new information. A planet is at its most powerful during its station or when it is standing still. The shadow period of the retrograde will last until April 9^th.

The New Moon in April falls on the 18^th at 29 degrees of Pisces just before the retrograde ends so it may be confusing as well especially since it is in the sign of Pisces. Pisces is the sign of compassion so hopefully this energy will spread as it is much needed in the world at this time.

Venus also squares Jupiter on this moon and this is typically a pleasant transit. Pisces is an intuitive and romantic sign. This moon makes no negative aspects so this should be a pleasant time for many.

Some of the more significant aspects this month include:

March 7^th-8^th Venus conjuncts the Neptune and then Sun. This will once again set off the powerful Saturn-Neptune conjunction we are under. On a personal level this can cause confusion in many different ways and on a global level this sets off conjunction so we can expect to see significant world events play out over these several days.

March 15^th, Mercury conjuncts Mars and Mercury is retrograde. This is the 2^nd of these passes Mercury makes and the first occurred February 16^th before the retrograde began   This is indicative of confusion, arguments, upsets and accidents so use care.

March 28^th, Saturn sextiles Pluto. This is a positive transit among the outer planets; the first of several major transits will see involving the outer planets this spring. The outer planets will make significant positive aspects to each other and one of the peak periods is late April-May. This is going to help serve as a re-set in the world as Saturn, (ultimately Jupiter), Uranus and Pluto all make trines and sextiles with each other during the spring/summer. If there is a planetary combination that should help the world this will be it. I have written about this before and will write more about it when Uranus enters Gemini.

As we end the month Saturn and Neptune in Aries are beginning to separate and we will leave the conjunction behind which can only be good news. Neptune confuses but as it moves on clarity will be easier to come by and we will be better able to focus on the things in our lives that are most important.