Week 46 arrives with a powerful new moon and a shift in planetary energy, bringing clarity and new beginnings.
As Venus and Mercury turn direct, astrologers say communication and relationships will improve. Mars’s approach to Jupiter and the South Node in Leo promises a surge of dynamic, positive energy that will influence all zodiac signs.
Astrological Highlights for Week 46
The week begins with a new moon in Scorpio at 16 degrees on Monday morning, a potent moment for setting intentions and affirming desires.
This new moon serves as an annual cosmic reset for Scorpios and a powerful starting point for all signs to focus on what they wish to create or transform in their lives. Mercury turns direct on Friday and Venus on Saturday, ending recent retrograde periods that caused misunderstandings or delays.
The most prominent celestial story is the daily approach of Mars toward Jupiter and the South Node in Leo. This alignment is described as “superdynamical and positive fire energy” that will fuel conversations, meetings, and creative endeavors. According to astrological interpretations, this combination will bring a renewed sense of playfulness, a desire to say yes to life, and the potential for old passions to reawaken.
What This Means for Each Zodiac Sign
Aries A week full of good news is on the horizon. The new moon in Scorpio is an ideal time to deepen love and community. With Venus and Mercury turning direct, communication flows more smoothly. As Mars nears Jupiter, expect a surge in creativity and romantic energy. An old idea may suddenly feel achievable.
Taurus The new moon in Scorpio sparks a new beginning in love and partnerships. A meeting could awaken curiosity, while an existing relationship finds new life through shared activities. Mercury’s direct motion on Friday helps clear up misunderstandings. Venus turning direct on Saturday brings clarity to what you value, helping you make satisfying choices about work and daily life.
Gemini The week introduces a new and promising energy. The new moon in Scorpio offers a fresh start for fun and fulfilling activities. While Mercury and Venus turn direct, they may be “loud and quirky” around the change, but the main story is Mars’s approach to Jupiter. This “warm flame” will inspire conversations, meetings, and outings, perfect for your social nature.
Cancer A wonderful energy builds day by day. The new moon in Scorpio is a time to affirm your desires, awakening love, creativity, and joy. Look for the new moon crescent in the evening sky by Wednesday. With Mercury turning direct on Friday and Venus on Saturday, you’ll feel back in the game, with previously shelved ideas becoming appealing again.
Leo Your heart will fill with joy and inspiration as Mars approaches Jupiter and the South Node, growing your zest for life and belief in your possibilities. The new moon in Scorpio brings a new beginning for home, family, and inner security. Mercury and Venus turning direct will help clear up home-related conversations and rekindle your initiative.
Virgo If life has felt challenging recently, retrogrades may have been the cause. Your ruling planet Mercury turns direct on Friday, allowing you to see how the pieces of your future are falling into place. The new moon in Scorpio awakens curiosity and a desire to learn, write, and meet people.
Libra It’s your turn to feel life opening up again. Your ruling Venus turns direct in your own sign on Saturday, completing your autumn’s process of reflection on values and relationships. The new moon in Scorpio shines a light on your assets and what you value. Mercury turning direct will help clarify questions about money and agreements.
Scorpio The new moon in Scorpio at 8:02 AM on Monday is a powerful way to start the week—it’s your annual new beginning. Affirm what you want to bring to life. Mercury also in your sign is about to turn direct, helping you put difficult thoughts into words. Mars’s approach to Jupiter will grow your courage to invest in work and ambitions.
Sagittarius Hope’s fire ignites, awakening both zest for life and ambition. Your ruling Jupiter gets company from Mars in Leo, and day by day, joy and the desire to broaden your horizons grow. A journey, education, or a long-dreamed-of idea may suddenly seem within reach.
The new moon in Scorpio awakens future dreams and gives new beginnings to friendships and collaborations. Mercury and Venus turning direct can help reactivate contacts and plans.
