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The planetary lineup this month is just the kind of turning point referenced in the above quote. As we celebrate the Fourth of July holiday in the US, transiting Saturn at 14 degrees Aries is in opposition to the US’s natal Saturn, highlighting issues related to structure, order, restrictions, authority, law, government and institutions. This is a Saturn return for the US, which only happens approximately every 28-30 years. In addition, July’s aspects include several quincunxes and sesiquiquadrate aspects that call for adjustments and, even reworking, of the status quo.
Finally, the big news this month is when four of the outer planets simultaneously align at, or near, 4 degrees. That configuration is in force all month but becomes the most intense around July 19, when the Moon briefly joins the party. Planets align with each other all of the time. However, this is noteworthy because these outer, slow-moving planets have cycles that span decades and, in the case of Pluto, generations. Some of these aspects haven’t happened since the 1920s, others since the 1960s, and a few others have never connected in this way. I have been talking about a shift in the planetary energy for quite some time. I now believe that this outer planet alignment is the turning point in these shifts.
Mundane astrologers interpret celestial cycles. They focus on the astrology of global events, geopolitics, and natural phenomena rather than individual lives. André Barbault, one of the greatest mundane astrologers of the 20th century, wrote about this configuration in his 2014 book Planetary Cycles: Mundane Astrology, but had forecast it for quite some time before that. Significantly, Barbault had also predicted the 2020 Covid crisis years before it happened.
Barbault called this planetary lineup “the most beautiful configuration of the 21st century.” He believed it to be a relaunch of civilization after a long period of contraction. His view was that the outer planets forming this pattern would mark the end of a major cycle of collective crisis, and the beginning of some genuinely new energy and events.
Major planetary pairs at or near 4 degrees include (see below for chart):
- Uranus sextile Neptune at 4 degrees Gemini/Aries
- Uranus trine Pluto at 4 degrees Gemini/Aquarius
- Jupiter trine Neptune at 4 degrees Leo/Aries
- Jupiter opposition Pluto at 4 degrees Leo/Aquarius
- Jupiter sextile Uranus at 4 degrees Leo/Gemini
- Neptune sextile Pluto at 4 degrees Aries/Aquarius
Aries, Gemini, Leo and Aquarius will feel this most, especially those of you with planets in the early degrees of those signs, though all air and fire signs will feel it to some degree.
Some major themes are:
- Power structures disintegrate and are rebuilt.
- Time speeds up.
- Creative breakthroughs become the norm.
- Technology flourishes, but must be combined with common sense and meaning, rather than brute power.
- The masses, ruled by Pluto, crave authenticity over power and control.
- Collective values change becoming more aspirational and less about money and influence.
It is important to remember that these planets move slowly and that this turning point is just the beginning. The effects will play out over many, many months and even years. However, I am feeling optimistic that the energy is such that we can now begin to rebuild a new world more in tune with our spiritual values.
July 1-2: Jupiter Square Chiron at Zero Degrees Leo/Taurus. Mars at 2 Degrees Virgo Square the Nodes at 2 Degrees Virgo (NN) and 2 Degrees Pisces (SN). Jupiter square Chiron is a powerful message about healing the past influences that kept you thinking you were small and ineffective. Jupiter, the planet of wisdom and expansion, when squaring Chiron says: “Let the pain go and think big toward becoming all that you can be.” Mars square the Nodes focuses action (Mars) around letting go of the past (South Node) and embracing your true destiny (North Node).
July 4-5 : Mars Conjunct Uranus at 3 Degrees Gemini. Mars Trine Pluto at 4 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Mars conjunct Uranus is a powerful breakthrough aspect assisting you in overcoming obstacles through creative thinking (Gemini and Aquarius). Watch for startling news during this transit. If you are traveling during the Fourth of July holiday, be extra careful, as Mars, Uranus and Pluto in aspect can be conducive to unexpected accidents, fires and other crisis events.
July 6: Sun Square Saturn at 14 Degrees Cancer /Aries. Sun square Saturn is an excellent accomplishment aspect. Make tough decisions and patiently (Saturn) chip away at any real or perceived obstacles. Though Sun square Saturn may make you feel a little depressed or limited, this aspect will help you break through any obstacles ─ slowly and steadily.
July 9-10: Venus Enters Virgo. : Venus Trine Chiron at 1 Degree Virgo/Taurus. Venus at 0 Degrees Virgo Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 14 Degrees Aries. Venus Conjunct South Node and Opposition North Node at 2 Degrees Pisces. Venus in Virgo until August 7 is excellent for organizing, clearing out clutter and making well-thought-out plans. Venus trine Chiron is good for letting go of old memorabilia that only brings back painful memories. Venus conjunct the South Node seconds that idea.
July 13: Venus Square Uranus at 4 Degrees Virgo/Gemini. Venus Quincunx Neptune at 4 Degrees Virgo/Aries. Venus Quincunx Pluto at 4 Degrees Virgo/Aquarius. Venus is certainly being activated under these aspects. Venus square Uranus can bring impatience with your loved ones. Be aware that you may be more prone to provoking a disagreement just to liven things up a little. Venus quincunx Neptune brings a lack of clarity, though it is very good for artistic and creative endeavors. Venus quincunx Pluto brings a burst of energy with nowhere to put it. Power struggles and arrogant attitudes can be the result. Quincunx aspects always ask for compromise and adjustments. The bottom line: Don’t push things with those close to you, but rather make adjustments in how you relate to each other.
July 14: New Moon at 22 Degrees Cancer at 5:43 AM EST. This Cancer New Moon is in the Moon’s home sign, so it is especially strong in all matters relating to real estate, home, family, nurturing and being nurtured. Emotions are felt extra deeply now. Ruminating about old family issues can leave you feeling a little blue. Instead, use this deeply caring New Moon in Cancer to authentically honor your own feelings, and to celebrate those people, pets and things that nourish your emotional well-being.
July 18: Uranus Trine Pluto at 4 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Uranus and Pluto are both planets of transcendent consciousness. Your insight into your inner being is heightened during this transit, giving you the ability to see what is wrong with your life and how to more easily take corrective actions. Uranus gives you the ability to break free from old habits or emotional ruts that have kept you stuck.
July 20: Jupiter Trine Neptune at 4 Degrees Leo/Aries. Jupiter Opposition Pluto at 4 Degrees Leo/Aquarius. Jupiter opposition Pluto is a super-powerful aspect that benefits big achievements and anything requiring a focused, gung-ho attitude. Meanwhile, Jupiter trine Neptune brings heightened intuition and aids in spiritual or artistic endeavors. Stay grounded and be wary of grandiose schemes.
July 22-23: Sun Enters Leo. Sun Square Chiron at Zero Degrees Leo/Taurus. Venus Quincunx Saturn at 14 Degrees Virgo/Aries. Sun Quincunx North Node at 1 Degrees Leo/Pisces. Venus Sesiquiquadrate Chiron on July 24. The Sun enters exuberant Leo, but you may not feel the light-hearted energy for a few days due to the challenging quincunx aspects from Venus and the Sun. Make any needed adjustments to your plans so you will be ready when the mood lightens.
July 25: Mercury Turns Direct. Mercury turns direct at 13 degrees Cancer.
July 26-27: Sun Opposite Pluto at 4 Degrees Leo/Aquarius. Sun Trine Neptune at 4 Degrees Leo/Aries. Venus at 19 Virgo Sesiquiquadrate Pluto at 4 Degrees Aquarius. When the Sun is opposite Pluto, you may be asking: “Who is the boss,” since both the Sun in Leo and Pluto in Aquarius thinks they know best. Venus sesiquiquadrate Pluto points to sorting that question out with loved ones.
July 29: Full Moon at 6 Degrees Aquarius at 10:35 AM EST. Sun Conjunct Jupiter at 4 Degrees. This Aquarius Full Moon is the perfect ending to a month holding the historical 4-degree outer planet alignment. The Sabian symbol for this Full Moon in Aquarius is: “A child born of an eggshell.” This symbol speaks to new beginnings and symbolizes rebirth or recreating yourself anew. It emphasizes self-realization, enlightenment and regeneration. You may discover a talent or aptitude that you had overlooked that points you in a new direction. Use this Aquarius Full Moon to its fullest by refusing to accept limitations. The Sun conjunct Jupiter brings a big dose of optimism and confidence that only enhances and confirms the Full Moon promise. The main downside would be a tendency to become arrogant or over-confident.
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Moon Movement During June 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.
June 1: Moon enters Capricorn
June 4: Moon enters Aquarius
June 6: Moon enters Pisces
June 9: Moon enters Aries
June 11: Moon enters Taurus
June 13: Moon enters Gemini
June 14: New Moon at 24 Degrees 3 Minutes Gemini at 10:54 PM EST
June 15: Moon enters Cancer
June 17: Moon enters Leo
June 19: Moon enters Virgo
June 21: Moon enters Libra
June 24: Moon enters Scorpio
June 26: Moon enters Sagittarius
June 29: Moon enters Capricorn 3:18 AM
June 29: Full Moon at 8 Degrees 14 Minutes Capricorn at 7:56 PM EST
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