This month the Sun finishes its transit
through Scorpio and enters Sagittarius, the last sign of fall. Mercury turns
retrograde November 9th until the 29th 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 2nd/8th
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 1st, 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 4th, 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 8th 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 9th 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 9th 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 5th
full moon in Taurus
This month’s full moon falls at 13 degrees of
Taurus. Taurus is ruled by planet Venus and is the 2nd 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 6th, Venus enters Scorpio until November
29th.
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 7th, Uranus re-enters
Taurus
Uranus has been in the sign of Gemini
since July 7th and returns to Taurus one more time November 7th
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 29th
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 2nd house of money with Venus as its ruling planet, Gemini
rules the 3rd 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 7th, 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 9th-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 18th 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 20th. The shadow
period after it turns direct will last until December 17th.
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 1st.
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
11th 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 12th, Mercury conjuncts
Mars for the second time in a month. The
first was October 18-19th 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 16th, the Sun trines Jupiter. This is an expansive
and positive transit which is good for just about anything you want to
undertake today.
November 19th /20th New
Moon in Scorpio
Scorpio is the sign that rules the 8th
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 21st.
November 21st, 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.





