December 2025 astrology!

 

This month The Sun transits through Sagittarius and enters Capricorn, the first sign of winter.  Mercury will leave Scorpio for Sagittarius, and Mars leaves Sagittarius to enter Capricorn. Saturn is direct and Neptune turns direct. We have a full moon in Gemini and a new moon in Sagittarius. Now, the details.

December 4/5th full moon

This month’s full moon falls at 13 degrees of Gemini. Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of young people, commerce and communication and Gemini is the natural ruler of the 3^rd house of thinking, travel and immediate family members.

The moon opposes the Sun, Venus and Mars. Venus rules love, money and values and Mars rules young men. The potential exists for issues in love or with money in some way. Venus also rules our social lives.

Gemini is about thinking and communicating with others which may make you feel quite good on this moon. It is all about spontaneity and looking at things from new and different angles.

With the Moon’s opposition to Mars however, the potential exists for upsets, anger and Mars rules military and police on the world stage.

That said the potential for good exists with a grand trine involving Jupiter, Saturn and the Sun/Mercury all in water. A grand trine pulls in the energies of all three planets in a way they can work harmoniously together. That said, we have entered into Mars square with Saturn which is a frustrating transit which is exact in a few days.

December 8^th, Mars squares Saturn. The energy of this transit will begin a few days before and last at least a few days after the transit is exact on December 8^th. This transit has to do with frustration, blockages and irritation/arguments. If something seems impossible to do or complete wait a few days and let this energy pass by and you may have more success. This is a tiring, draining influence and it may seem nothing is happening or everything is delayed which is the nature of Saturn. Patience is the key in our personal lives. This aspect will play out in the world and it has a war like nature.

December 10^th, Neptune turns direct and Mercury opposes Uranus.

Neptune turns direct December 10th at 29 degrees of Pisces after its 5 month retrograde in the signs of Aries/Pisces. Neptune retrogrades every year and while its retrograde is not dramatic like retrograde Mercury, it nevertheless can have a profound impact, especially if it is making an aspect in your personal chart.

Neptune is the planet associated with illusion, confusion and delusion, addictions, lies and deception, self-deception, and the seamy side of life. It also rules religion, spirituality, creativity, movies, the oceans, psychics, psychic abilities and theatre to name only a few. Neptune is also associated with compassion and can represent a desire to help others.

As this powerful planet turns direct confusion may increase for the time, and events may be revealed for what they really are, especially if Neptune is aspecting other planets in your chart in a harsh angle. Neptunian events have a tendency to appear as surprising, but in actuality the basis of what gets revealed was there all along, just hidden in a fog of confusion and obscured from recognition.  Examples of this can frequently show up relating to matters of the heart. For example, the person you are interested in does not feel the same way, or is committed to someone else, or involved with others all along and you are faced with the reality and having to take off your rose colored glasses. We may feel the person we were attracted to is our soul mate or a perfect partner which leads to discouragement, depression and disenchantment. Often when Neptune retrogrades we find out that our dreams were not based on reality and we can experience a period of confusion.

This could affect any aspect of your life depending on where transiting Neptune is in your personal chart... Others may barely notice a change if Neptune is not aspecting their personal charts. 

If Neptune is making a positive aspect in your chart you may feel that you have achieved some type of dream or things may appear or seem ideal for a time.

Neptune will remain at 29 degrees of Pisces until January 26^th, 2026 when it re-enters Aries where it will remain until March of 2039.

Neptune is conjunct Saturn in Pisces until February 14^th when Saturn moves into Aries joining Neptune which has already entered Aries so we will experience this powerful conjunction in 2 separate signs.

Saturn-Neptune transits are difficult and coincide with major world changes as we have seen throughout 2025. This is not an easy aspect to navigate as Neptune rules the unconscious and Saturn rules reality. Since Neptune has a dissolving affect we can see our global as well as personal realities dissolving around us and morphing into something new which will occur under Neptune/Saturn in Aries.

Saturn will conjunct Neptune in close orb until about May of 2026. When these planets begin separating we will have an easier time. Aries is the 1^st sign of the zodiac which rules new beginnings. While our old realities will dissolve, we will replace them with new realities and new beginnings. I will write more about this next month.

On the same day Neptune turns direct Mercury opposes Uranus again. This is an erratic transit that may make some nervous and seem exciting to others depending on how you are wired. Use caution driving because people are easily distracted. It is an unpredictable planet and can have to do with unexpected changes, unexpected communication or sudden mental/emotional change and play out as unexpected events in the world.

Mercury enters Sagittarius

December 11^th Mercury re-enters Sagittarius until December 31^st. Mercury began its transit in this sign October 29-November 19^th when due to the retrograde it moved back into the sign of Scorpio. Don’t be surprised if you don’t go back to certain things that began in November and got sidelined.

Sagittarius is the sign ruled by Jupiter the planet of luck and expansion, and Mercury rules travel, communication, young people and our thinking. Our thoughts may turn to travel or family members/extended family and our thinking will be broader and greatly expanded. We may also feel more buoyant, upbeat and impulsive.

Mercury is not totally comfortable in this energy, but this does not mean things will take a negative turn. In Sagittarius/ Mercury worries about the bigger picture of things but can lose track of smaller but important details.

Mercury in this sign is associated with expansion and the spreading of knowledge that can have a great deal of depth. This is an outgoing time and socializing with others will come easier than normal even for those who are shy. This Mercury is about visions of the future and can shine a light on that that which needs to be brought to light.

The challenge with Mercury in this sign is developing discernment in the quest for truth and not falling prey to every idea that crosses your path or blowing an idea totally out of proportion. We must remember that it is only through discernment that we can we narrow down ideas to find the path to real truth, which is the true quest for Sagittarius.

December 14^th Mars enters Capricorn and squares Neptune.

Mars squares Neptune at its last degree of Sagittarius or 29 degrees. While the square peaks in the early morning hours we will feel the energy the day or two before.

Mars-Neptune is not a good combination. Mars is associated with action and ego and Neptune has a dissolving affect. This transit can be tiring, negative or melancholy. Neptune obscures the truth and details so this is a poor day to handle anything serious that concerns important decisions and money. Neptune transits are often associated with water related weather conditions, deception and gasses.

Otherwise, Mars in Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, and Capricorn is not a light hearted sign. Mars in this sign is concerned with business, priorities, and finding or achieving value, and most of all stability on some level.

Mars rules energy, men, sex, action and our drive. Our day to day actions and priorities are colored by the sign Mars is transiting through at any given time.

Saturn, the ruler of this sign shows us our boundaries and limitations. While Capricorn is associated with Saturn which can at times relate to austerity, Capricorn can also be rich, warm and enduring.

If you were born under the sign of Capricorn or are a Capricorn ascendant, expect to become very busy during this time, and this begins a new two year cycle for you.

December 16^th, the Sun squares Saturn. This transit occurs several times a year and Saturn can restrict, delay and make us feel as though we are getting nowhere. This may be the case but if so it will only be for a day or so until the transit separates. This can be tiring and somewhat negative and we are often dealing with situations we would rather be not dealing with but Saturn is also about responsibility. This transit usually foretells a heavy news day.

December 20^th, the Sun squares Neptune and Venus squares Saturn. Sun-Neptune transits can be tiring and confusing. This is another day not to make important decisions on as Neptune often obscures the real picture. Venus square Saturn can be a negative day for love or social relations and it too can be tiring. Some may feel alone or unloved but this is simply the austere feeling that is connected to a transit of this nature and its best not to take it too seriously. Neptune transits can also be connected to water related events/

December 21^st the Sun enters Capricorn until January 20^th, 2026 and this is the Winter Solstice at 10:03 AM, EST

The winter solstice marks the first official day of winter, and the Sun enters Capricorn, the first Cardinal sign of winter which is the shortest day of the year.

Winter solstice is seen as a significant time in many cultures and countries, and winter officially begins.

During this time we will focus on important matters, perhaps a little (or a lot) more serious than when the Sun was in Sagittarius, which we have now left behind for another year. Capricorn energy is more down to earth, focused and committed to accomplishment. After all, Capricorn is known as the workaholic of the zodiac for a good reason. Capricorn people are usually, stable, responsible, business oriented and driven to achieve. Cappy is the natural ruler of the 10^th house of work and business. We can save the ethereal energies for the Pisces season in about 2 months because now it is time to focus on what we want to create for ourselves! There is a time and season for everything, and Capricorn likes reaching for and attaining goals in a tangible sense.

Capricorn is ruled by Saturn which represents both privation as well as great wealth. Saturn is restrictive in nature, so unless your ruling planet is Saturn (Capricorn and Aquarius) you may feel more reserved under a Saturn transit, or at least like reigning things in somewhat. On the other hand, Capricorn is the sign that rules big business soothe opposite can be true.

Capricorn is an Earth sign along with Taurus and Virgo. These are the signs that are considered reliable, stable and connected to the physical/material world and all it encompasses. Saturn/Capricorn rules land, buildings, marshes, the earth, teeth and bone structures.  It rules the knees, and Capricorn is known to have trouble in this area. Capricorn also rules authority, work, and quality of work and honors.

Capricorn isn’t just all about work though; it is about dedication, success, knowledge and understanding of how things can actually work, allowing us to get to where we really want to be. Capricorn takes action which leads to concrete results so we may actually manifest our dreams.

December 24^th, Venus enters Capricorn until January 17^th, 2026

Venus in Capricorn gives love and social activities a more traditional, enduring and committed flavor. The focus will shift from fun and good times (Sagittarius) to the more practical side of love, which is of course necessary if there is to be a future together.  For example, rather than spending on a 10 day cruise with your significant other, you may decide to save for a home or something else significant and lasting.

Sometimes there can be a desire for social prestige and attraction to those in positions of authority with Venus in this sign. Venus in Capricorn is attracted to wealth, security and status and if you are currently not in a relationship you may be attracted to someone in connection with work or in places of commerce. With Venus in Capricorn, ambition, work and results are front and center.

Love and friendships may take on a more committed or serious tone during this period. Many will be looking for ways to make our lives and loves more real in a tangible sense.

Venus in Capricorn is interested in the practical side of love and romance. Our focus may shift to a more traditional outlook and concerns with questions like where would we live and how do we pay for it?

 Venus in Capricorn likes financial security and a successful partner will sweeten the deal. Romance can be overshadowed by responsibility which will generally come first while Venus transits this sign. Since Capricorn can be known as a workaholic, we may have to slow down a bit to smell the roses and do more than focus on work.

Venus-Capricorn takes a mature approach to relationships and love which must be earned while Venus is in this sign. Relationships will be built on a willingness to work together through difficult times, as Saturn understands the true meaning and value of commitment. Venus will reward hard work in relationships by defining obstacles and making the commitment together to solve problems and overcome obstacles.

What happens when Venus and Mars are in the same sign?

Sparks can fly to make it simple! In December Venus and Mars are joined in Sagittarius from December 1-15. This is great for Sagittarius, Gemini and Leo in particular as Venus and Mars are transiting your 5^th house of love.

This duo doesn’t meet up often but when it does it can increase our chances of meeting someone significant if looking.

Happy Holidays to all!