The month of May unfolds under a highly dynamic and transitional planetary backdrop, marked by intensified Martian energy, shifting outer-planet influences, and evolving geopolitical pressures. The overall astrological climate suggests a period of heightened volatility, where conflict, economic strain, and political uncertainty may rise alongside deeper processes of restructuring and transformation.

The month begins with a total lunar eclipse on March 3, occurring approximately between 10:30 and 12:30 GMT. This eclipse will be visible from Western North America, Australia, New Zealand, and East Asia, with a “blood moon” phase lasting about 58 minutes.

The Chinese New Year ushers in a new cycle each year on the day following the New Moon of Aquarius. This year, on February 16, 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse begins. For the sake of comparison, previous Horse years occurred in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966 (the last Fire Horse), 1954, 1942, 1930, and 1918.

The planetary alignments this month—four planets entering sidereal Capricorn within five days—are particularly significant. Venus enters Capricorn on January 12, followed by the Sun on January 13, Mars on January 15, and Mercury on January 17. Capricorn, a cardinal earth sign, provides a grounded framework for tangible results and structured action. The Sun finds strength in leading the masses through this sign, while exalted Mars offers powerful executive ability and the drive to advance governing and political agendas. Together, these energies make this month distinctly dynamic.

November begins with one of the most significant planetary configurations of 2025: the water-sign Jupiter–Saturn trine, with Saturn in sidereal Pisces and Jupiter in sidereal Cancer. Both planets are stationary, keeping this trine within three degrees until December 7.

It is the time of year when the Earth speeds up in its orbit around the Sun as it approaches the autumn equinox. By the first week of October, the Earth reaches its average orbital speed and maximum acceleration, bringing with it a surge of fresh energy that can be felt in the air.

The Saturn-Neptune conjunction in sidereal Pisces continues to be the dominating planetary event for the month of July. While this period is likely to be emotionally and psychologically challenging on a personal level, it is far more devastating and deadly at the collective level. The ongoing wars and conflicts in Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East are expected to further accelerate, creating increased instability, upheaval, and destruction in those regions.

The month of May begins with a Neptune-Venus conjunction (within three degrees) in sidereal Pisces, lasting for about ten days. Two benefics align in their most favorable sign—Pisces—where Venus is exalted and Neptune resides in its own sign. This is a wonderful time for global harmony, compassion, and humanity to take center stage.

The month of April, especially the first half, is extremely eventful and unprecedented period from the planetary alignments standpoint. During the first ten days of the month, the slow moving outer planets: Neptune, Saturn, the north lunar node Rahu and two inner retrograde planets: Mercury and Venus come together with in three degrees in sidereal Pisces.

The month of March begins with Venus turning retrograde on March 2. In general, a retrograde Venus signifies a challenging phase for women, relationships, marriages, home life, lovers, and the entertainment industry. Expect an increase in divorce rates, intensified conflicts between spouses, and heightened delays, frustrations, and misunderstandings in domestic matters.