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We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. – Joseph Campbell
The above image is AI generated, which bothers me a little. However, it so perfectly depicts the energy of November 2026 that I decided to use it. The bright foreground speaks to the Libran energy still lingering at the beginning of the month. The different colors and shapes feel inclusive and balanced. Then, the dark jagged tree branches bring to mind the deep work required when the Sun and other planets are in Scorpio. Toxic energy is coming to the surface and being expelled. Finally, the shafts of light in the background depict the lighter, more optimistic energy waiting to emerge, especially after the Sun moves into Sagittarius on November 22.
Collectively, we have all been through the dark-night-of-the-soul as we navigated the highly challenging energy of year 2026. Now, at the beginning of November, with the Sun in Scorpio inconjunct Saturn in Aries we are entering a time of deep reflection and deep probing into the mysteries of our psyche and life in general. November is cosmically positioned to bring karmic cleansing and emotional reset.
Amidst the challenging aspects, strong positive energy returns later in the month.
- The Scorpio New Moon aids in the release of old, self-sabotaging mindsets and helps you set new positive intentions.
- Mercury and Venus turn direct in the middle of the month releasing forward-moving energy around finances, relationships and stalled projects.
- Mars conjunct Jupiter in Leo on November 16, boosts courage, ambition, and bold action.
- The Sun enters Sagittarius on November 22. The cosmic mood shifts from pessimism to optimism and expansion.
- The Full Moon in Gemini on November 24 brings enhanced communication and favorable social activities.
November 1: Sun Quincunx Saturn at 9 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. Venus Trine North Node at 25 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. The Sun quincunx Saturn creates tension between your will and what you want to do (Sun) and what you know you should do (Saturn). Procrastination only amplifies the tension. Make the needed adjustments in your psyche and schedule (quincunx) to ease the tension of this aspect.
November 4: Sun Conjunct Mercury at 12 Degrees Scorpio. The Sun conjunct Mercury always points to a clear and focused mind and lots and lots of talk. When they meet in the sign of Scorpio old secrets may be revealed and the foggy, confused thinking begins to lift. This aspect becomes exact the day after the United States election. You can bet that there will be an overabundance of talk, chatter and threats amid attempts to make sense of it all.
November 9: New Moon at 16 Degrees 53 Minutes Scorpio. Sun at 16 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 1 Degree Aries. This powerful Scorpio New Moon in challenging aspect to Neptune emphasizes your emotions (water sign Scorpio and water planet Neptune). It affects your interactions with others, especially in matters relating to control, power, intimacy and resources (Scorpio Moon). This New Moon in Scorpio has the power to bring deep psychological and spiritual healing and it carries the ability to gain a higher level of self-mastery. Use Scorpio’s self-mastery skills to notice those things that make you feel out of control and, thus, fuel your self-destructive behaviors (such as addictions, debts, fear of confrontations, etc.). While challenging, this Scorpio Moon can be the key to emotional freedom.
November 11: Mars at 23 Leo Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 8 Degrees Aries (RX). Jupiter at 25 Degrees Leo Conjunct South Node at 25 Leo and Opposition North Node at 25 Aquarius. Mars sesiquiquadrate Saturn says: “Move forward (Mars), but proceed carefully (Saturn).” Jupiter conjunct the South Node promises abundance and a fuller, more joyful life through releasing old beliefs and outgrown life events. It’s time to let go of dogmatic opinions and rigid moral beliefs.
November 13: Mercury turns direct at 5 Degrees Scorpio. Venus turns direct at 22 Degrees Libra. When I thought of both Mercury and Venus turning direct on the same day, for some reason I thought of the fairy tale of Rip Van Winkle awakening from his long slumber and finding that the world had drastically changed while he was asleep. Our world has changed, but with two personal planets now moving forward, you can now actively bring about the changes you want to see.
November 15: Sun at 22 Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 8 Degrees Aries. A sesiquiquadrate aspect acts as a challenge, similar to a square. When the Scorpio Sun is sesiquiquadrate an Aries Saturn the image in my head was of a wild ram with big horns trying to push an immovable object. This aspect could bring insights into what you are trying to move or change through sheer force of will when it could be better handled through finesse and cooperation.
November 16-17: Mars Conjunct Jupiter at 25 Degrees Leo. Sun at 25 Degrees Scorpio Square South Node at 25 Degrees Leo and Square North Node at 25 Degrees Aquarius. Mars conjunct Jupiter brings the gifts of high energy, a sense of optimism and confidence in your own ability to succeed. This would be an excellent time to start a physical fitness regime, so long as you are careful not to overdo it in the beginning.
November 18: Sun at 26 Degrees Scorpio Square Jupiter at 26 Degrees Leo. Sun Square Mars at 26 Degrees Scorpio/Leo. Chiron at 27 Degrees Aries Trine Mars and Jupiter at 27 Degrees Leo. You are trying to make sense of the power dynamics (Mars and Pluto) around you now. Chiron in Aries urges you to take action to heal any relationship rifts due to those power dynamics. Jupiter square the Sun says: “honor your own power”. You can make more of a difference than you realize.
November 22: Sun Enters Sagittarius. The mood lightens when the Sun is in Sagittarius until December 22. Whatever is happening around you, you are able to keep a positive outlook and a sense of humor. This is a good time to look into travel or higher education possibilities. Matters connected to people and places at a distance are especially favored now. The main caution when the Sun is in Sagittarius is to monitor what you say and how you say it. The Sagittarian energy tends to promote blunt words that are off-putting or shocking to those around you.
November 23: Sun Trine Neptune at 1 Degree Sagittarius/Aries. The Sun trine Neptune is a quiet, contemplative energy that is conducive to meditation and spiritual pursuits. However, when both planets are in fire signs Sagittarius and Aries, you may find it hard to sit quietly or to contemplate for long. Engaging in tai chi or yoga could fit the bill on both levels.
November 24. Full Moon at 2 Degrees 20 Minutes Gemini Conjunct Uranus at 9:53 AM EST. Venus Trine North Node at 24 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. The Gemini Full Moon conjunct Uranus, opposition the Sun and trine Pluto is a powerful depiction of change, especially change relating to your communications, use of technology and ability to effect positive changes through communication. We are beginning to see the very real positive uses of the AI revolution (Uranus in Gemini), but also the scary, hidden (Pluto) manifestations of this mind-bending technology. Above all, the Gemini Full Moon is about shedding outworn communication patterns and consciously speaking your current truth.
November 25: Sun Opposition Uranus at 3 Degrees Sagittarius/Gemini. You could experience too much mind chatter when the Sun opposes Uranus in fire and air signs. You may also experience physical and mental restlessness and dissatisfaction with the “status quo.” Be wary of provoking arguments or discord with those around you just to shake things up. The positive side of the Sun opposition Uranus is that new, possibly brilliant, insights can suddenly appear. As always, when Uranus is involved “expect the unexpected.”
November 25: Mars Enters Virgo. Mars will be in Virgo until February 21, 2027, when it retrogrades into Leo for several months. Use Mars in Virgo to take action on all of those organizational, planning and fixing projects that you have been putting off and trying to ignore. Virgo gives you an analytical, practical mindset, while Mars gives your energy a boost.
November 29: Uranus Trine Pluto at 3 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Though both Uranus and Pluto are often considered to be less-than-desirable plants, I like this Uranus trine Pluto transit a lot, particularly for personal growth. Whenever two outer planets make contact, their combined energy may be felt as overwhelming and unwelcoming. However, Uranus trine Pluto helps you gain deep insights into what is wrong (or right) with your life. It is much easier to make needed changes or to enhance what is working well under this powerful combination.
November 30: Sun Trine Saturn at 8 Degrees Sagittarius/Aries. Mars Quincunx Neptune at 1 Degree Virgo/Aries. Sun trine Saturn is a highly disciplined aspect that helps you channel your energy toward anything you wish to accomplish or obtain. Use this aspect to examine your life and your life structures (habits, work, home environment, etc.) under a real and practical lens. Sun trine Saturn gives you the discipline and push to make concrete strides toward those things you wish to accomplish.
Moon Movement During November 2026: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
November 1: Moon in Leo
November 3: Moon enters Virgo
November 5: Moon enters Libra
November 7: Moon enters Scorpio
November 9: New Moon at 16 Degrees 53 Minutes Scorpio at 2:02 AM
November 10: Moon enters Sagittarius
November 12: Moon enters Capricorn
November 15: Moon enters Aquarius
November 17: Moon enters Pisces
November 20: Moon enters Aries
November 22: Moon enters Taurus
November 24: Moon enters Gemini
November 24: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 20 Minutes Gemini at 9:53 AM
November 26: Moon enters Cancer
November 28: Moon enters Leo
November 30: Moon enters Virgo
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