AstroWatch

*Any times indicated are for the Pacific Time Zone.

*Remember, these are just transits and they too, like a kidney stone, shall pass.

Forecast for 2026

What about 2026?  Will it be different?  Yes, in some ways.  2025 was a “9” year (2+0+2+5=9), the end of a cycle, symbolizing a year for finishing things in preparation for 2026, a “1” year (2+0+2+6=10; 1+0=1), the beginning of a new cycle, symbolizing a year for starting new things.  For reference, the previous “9” year was 2016 (2+0+1+6=9), and the previous “1” year was 2017 (2+0+1+7=10; 1+0=1).  Did you start or acquire something in 2017 that culminated, ended, was sold, or disposed of in 2025?  If so, that is the essence of these nine-year recurring cycles.

 So, will 2026 be better? Will it feel different?  In many ways, probably not, as there is a lot of energy and dynamics that are carrying over.  With most long cycles, things don’t make sharp changes; they flow as one year fades away and the new year grows and takes over. 

Extended Forecast for August

August starts with just one aspect, a waning water trine from the Moon to shadow Mercury.  Things may pick up on the 2nd as the Moon makes 5 exact major aspects, Venus will go void-of-course, and Mars will go out-of-bounds North.  Chiron will station retrograde on the 3rd and then conjunct the Moon on the 4th.  The Moon will make 3 squares on the 5th and on the 6th, Venus will finally return to Her Libra home just as Mercury goes void-of-course and leaves their shadow.  On the 7th, the Moon will make 6 exact major aspects, and on the 9th, Mars will go void-of-course and then Mercury will enter Leo.  On the 10th, Venus will trine retrograde Pluto and then oppose retrograde Neptune. 

08/01/26 – 7:59 pm – average Moon waning water trine shadow Mercury

This pause and plan your next action trine is the only major aspect between the planets today.  Perhaps this is to ask us, “Did we forget to do something?”  Did we finish everything that was due by the end of the month July?  Do you have anything left over from July that you still need to do?  If so, you may want to put it at the top of your “to-do” list for Monday, or your next workday. 

08/02/26 – 2:33 am – average Moon waning mutable square Mars

This crisis of consciousness square is the first of five exact major aspects by the Moon today.  This could be a rather challenging day for some.  Are you having trouble falling asleep?  Did something wake you in the night?  If your answer to either or both is yes, note the time, what you were thinking, what you were feeling, or what woke you, include as much detail as you can.  It could be helpful later today. 

08/02/26 – 5:33 am – average Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a mutable opposition to Venus, the second aspect of the day, they both will go void-of-course.  The Moon’s will last for just over 8 hours, until entering cardinal fire Aries at 1:37 pm, this afternoon.  Venus’ will last for over four days, until She enters Libra just after noon on the 6th. 

Being Sunday, it may be easier for most to not start anything new during the void-of-course.  If you must start something new, be very meticulous, check your work frequently, then recheck everything before calling it done. 

For a Venus void-of-course, avoid making any new significant financial purchases or commitments or starting a new relationship that you might like to see become something more.  Wait until Venus returns to Her Libra home when the conditions should be more favorable. 

Be sure to note any dreams, insights, “a-ha” moments, feelings or other sensations that you have during the night or on waking. 

08/02/26 – 3:48 pm – Mars goes Out-of-Bounds North

As He crosses 24 Gemini 23’, Mars will make a break for it and go beyond the northern boundary established by the Sun.  He will continue to run free from the controlling confines of the Sun for the next 26 days.  Chaos, accidents, injuries, arguments, misunderstandings are more likely to occur during this time, so keep your cool.  Avoid impulsive decisions, confrontations, and taking any unnecessary or unusual risks. 

08/02/26 – 9:11 pm – average Moon waxing sextile retrograde Pluto

This pause and review of any new things started recently sextile is the third aspect today and along with the next two coming so quickly after it, could create an unsettling evening for some.  Followed so closely by a start something new conjunction, perhaps this sextile is suggesting you should plan your next action before you actually start that new thing as it could develop more quickly than you anticipated. 

Just 11 minutes later (9:22 pm), the average Moon will make a cardinal fire conjunction with retrograde Neptune at 4 Aries 14’.  What new thing are you going to start now? 

Just over 1 1/2 hours later (10:56 pm), the average Moon will make a waning complete something sextile to Uranus for the fifth and final aspect of the day.  Unless this new thing is something that can be done quickly, this may be suggesting that you may want to complete something first, to allow yourself more time to work on this new thing. 

08/03/26 – 3:20 am – average Moon waning fire trine Jupiter

This early morning pause and plan your next action trine could manifest for you as a dream providing guidance for your days ahead.  If you have any dreams or something wakes you, be sure to note what it was and as much detail as possible. 

08/03/26 – 10:25 am – average Moon waning fire trine Sun

It’s another pause and plan your next action trine, this time with the Sun to fully illuminate your path.  Pay attention to any visions, insights, feelings, or other sensations that come to you around this time.  Guidance may come from anywhere, anything, or anyone. 

This afternoon, 2 3/4 hours later(1:10 pm), as he appears to sit at 0 Taurus 52’, Chiron will station retrograde, and in the days ahead will ever so slowly appear to go retrograde.  Chiron entered Taurus on June 19.  He won’t leave Taurus and return to Aries until the evening of September 17, that is almost three months at 0 Taurus.  The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “A clear mountain stream.”  This suggests that any plans you make, be sure that your goals and steps  to get there are well defined, clear and achievable.  Those with planets or other sensitive points at 0 Taurus may be feeling this the strongest.  Those with planets or other sensitive points at or near 0 of the other mutable signs, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces may also be feeling this.  This might manifest as a health issue you thought was resolved that may come up again, or issues of abandonment may come up.  Some may decide to go back to school to complete their degree or to start on a new one.  Others may decide that they want to teach, it could be any number of different subjects, even martial arts.  Some may decide to dig deeper into their ancestry, wanting to find out more about their father and his father for example.  Chiron was an individual of many talents, so there are lots to choose from. 

08/03/26 – 4:22 pm – average Moon cardinal fire conjunction retrograde Saturn

This conjunction is at 14 Aries 42’, just 3 minutes or arc from where Saturn stationed retrograde on July 26.  Have you been thinking about starting something new since that date?  Even if you haven’t, this combination can help you to make that new thing real, but you will have to work hard for it. 

08/04/26 – 7:17 am – accelerating Moon waning square shadow Mercury

Have you noticed that August is starting with a lot of waning, or completing aspects?  Perhaps this is to offer you support to finish anything that was due last month that you didn’t complete; or perhaps it is to encourage you to start early on getting those things that need to be done by the end of August completed to avoid an end of the month crush. 

08/04/26 – 11:52 am – accelerating Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waning finish something sextile to (OoBN) Mars, the Moon goes void-of-course for almost 8 hours, which pretty much covers the rest of the normal workday.  If you can, set aside any new thing until tomorrow morning.  If you can’t, proceed with caution.  Be thorough, be meticulous, be focused.  Recheck your work frequently. 

About 4 1/2 hours after going void-of-course (4:20 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Venus.  This could be a surprise call or visit from someone special or perhaps news regarding something you desire or a financial matter.  With Venus, it is more likely than not that it won’t be bad news. 

08/04/26 – 7:35 pm – accelerating Moon enters Taurus

Taurus is the Moon’s second home.  Take time to go out and say hi to Her tonight; of course you may have to stay up late as She is a very late riser tonight.  While the Moon may appear to be speeding up, She may have some difficulty because of Taurus’ fixed earth nature.  Be patient when encountering delays, setbacks, or obstacles as extra effort may be required. 

Just over 1 1/2 hours later (9:07 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a fixed earth conjunction to Chiron, still at 0 Taurus 52’.  Any issues that may have come up yesterday as he stationed, may be emphasized.  If something keeps coming up or gets “stuck” in your head, that should probably be your focus for this Moon Chiron cycle.  There will be another one starting in about 29 or 30 days.  Get a feel for them.  Get used to them as like every Moon cycle, there is a new one every month. 

08/05/26 – 2:43 am – accelerating Moon waxing square retrograde Pluto

This crisis of action square so early in the morning could manifest as a dream or an actual wakeup call.  If you have one, note what it was, what you were thinking, feeling, and as much detail as possible.  This information could prove valuable later. 

08/05/26 – 9:34 am – accelerating Moon waning square Jupiter

Now the energy switches from a waxing expansive crisis of action square to a waning completing crisis of consciousness square.  If you got some guidance from the early morning crisis of action square, it may be that you need to apply it to this consolidating square.  Astrology is a language of symbols and archetypes.  Keep an open inquisitive mind. 

08/05/26 – 7:21 pm – accelerating Moon waning square the Sun

The day ends with another crisis of consciousness square, this time to the center and source of it all, the Sun.  Before taking action to consolidate what you are working on, make sure that you can see it all clearly.  Consider your options and the finished product before deciding and taking action. 

08/06/26 – 10:58 am – fast Moon goes Out-of-Bounds North

As She crosses 22 Taurus 30’, the Moon will once again slip out beyond the Northern boundary of the Sun and joining Mars in the future lands.  Some may find themselves thinking more about and focusing on the future, what it might hold, and how to create the future they want for themselves. 

08/06/26 – 12:13 pm – Venus enters Libra

With Her return to Her cardinal air Libra home, Venus’s void-of-course comes to an end.  Teamwork, cooperation, and clear communication may take center stage for the next few weeks.  This transit is a good time to work on strengthening your relationships and financial situation. 

08/06/26 – 4:25 pm – fast Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waning finish something sextile to shadow Mercury, the Moon goes void-of-course for about 6 3/4 hours.  It may be getting late in the workday for some, but you may still have time to complete something before the end of your day.  It might be best if you set aside any new things until tomorrow morning. 

08/06/26 – 7:44 pm – Sun waxing fire trine retrograde Saturn

This pause and review of any recent action trine offers an opportunity to review your day.  Make sure that you haven’t left something incomplete or that you haven’t forgotten to do something important. 

Less than one hour later (8:36 pm), as they cross 26 Cancer 15’, Mercury will leave their shadow and enter into new territory for this cycle.  Any lingering issues related to this Mercury retrograde need to be resolved now or they may come back to haunt you later.  For a heads up, the next Mercury retrograde will be in Scorpio.  It will start when Mercury direct crosses 5 Scorpio 02’ and enters their new shadow in the early hours of October 4, 2026.  Forewarned is forearmed. 

08/06/26 – 11:08 pm – fast Moon enters Gemini

Now in talkative mutable air, sign of the twins Gemini, some may find themselves engaged in or just surrounded by more ongoing “small talk” conversations.  The Moon rules the night and generally, sound will travel farther during the night than it does during the day.  If you are going to tell someone a secret at night, it may be best to whisper. 

Less than 50 minutes later (11:57 pm), the fast Moon will make a waning pause and plan your next action air trine to Venus.  If you are working late, you may want to take a break to plan your next action either for what you are working on or for your next project. 

08/07/26 – 5:53 am – fast Moon waxing air trine retrograde Pluto

This pause and review of any recent actions taken trine is the first of five exact major aspects by the Moon today.  With three of them waxing expansive in nature, it would seem to be time to shift our focus to newer work, work that is still developing.  It also suggests that for some, today may feel different, even “off,” as the other two aspects are a conjunction and a waning sextile. 

This aspect suggests you should take some time to review any recent actions to make sure that you are getting the results you expected.  If not, or if you missed something, this is your best opportunity for a rethink, redo.  Fix it now or it may take longer to fix later. 

Just 14 minutes later (6:07 am), the Moon will make a waxing pause and review of any new things started recently sextile to retrograde Neptune for the second aspect of the day.  Perhaps your next action will relate to something new that you started recently.  An action that will keep it on track and moving forward. 

Less than two hours later (7:52 am), the fast Moon will make a mutable air conjunction with Uranus at 5 Gemini 13’ for the third aspect of the day.  Have you been thinking about starting something uniquely you?  Something new that will reflect your personality and more about who you are?  Well, this could be your time.  If not now, when?  Consider, even Edison failed 999 times before finally inventing a doable lightbulb.  It is better to start and fail, then to never have started it at all. 

08/07/26 – 1:18 pm – fast (OoBN) Moon waning sextile Jupiter

This finish something sextile is the fourth aspect of the day.  With supportive Jupiter involved, you may be in a good position to finish that big project you have been working on or perhaps, something that has been giving you problems, with Jupiter showing how to solve them and get it completed. 

08/07/26 – 11:30 pm – fast (OoBN) Moon waxing sextile retrograde Saturn

This pause and review of any new things started recently sextile is the fifth and final aspect and comes at the end of the day offering you an opportunity to review that new thing you just started with the Moon Neptune conjunction earlier today or any other new things you may have started recently. 

08/08/26 – 1:30 am – fast (OoBN) Moon waning sextile the Sun

While this finish something sextile relates specifically to any new thing you may have started at the July 14 New Moon, as this is the last aspect of this cycle, it also relates to anything that is ready to be completed.  With no other aspect until tonight, this finish things energy should last through most of the day.  It is Saturday so this may be about finishing projects around the home or other personal projects. 

08/08/26 – 10:27 pm – fast (OoBN) Moon mutable air conjunction (OoBN) Mars

With this conjunction at 28 Gemini 35’, the sign of small talk, a word of caution is warranted.  It is Saturday night so with (OoBN) Mars involved, listen and choose your words carefully.  You want to avoid arguments, impulsive actions or speaking before thinking.  (OoBN) Mars could bring out the worst in some people so wear your suit of armor and don’t react to what someone says until you have paused, thought about what you want to say and considered how the other person might react.  The better reaction may be to say nothing or just say “good-bye, gotta’ go now,” and leave.  In doing so, watch out for the other guy, the one who causes accidents. 

Following this, both go void-of-course.  The Moon’s will last over two hours, until She returns to Her cardinal water Cancer home tomorrow morning at 12:46 am.  Mars’ will last about 51 hours, until He enters Cancer in the early morning of August 11. 

With the Moon, don’t start anything new like an argument, or challenge, as it may not turn out to your liking.  With Mars, extra caution is advised as accidents may be more prevalent during this time along with levels of chaos and personal injuries. 

08/09/26 – 12:46 am – fast (OoBN) Moon enters cardinal water Cancer

Now in Her Cancer home, some may feel a sense of relief, but also a sense of duty to help any family or friends who are being challenged or in need.  Know your limits.  You can’t be everything to everyone. 

It will be a very busy morning.  Some may sleep through it while others may have their sleep disrupted.  If you are one of the latter, note the times, what it was, and as much detail as you can provide.  Eventually, it should all make sense. 

08/09/26 – 5:11 am – fast (OoBN) Moon waning cardinal square Venus

This early Sunday morning crisis of consciousness square could manifest as a dream or sudden awareness regarding an important relationship, perhaps one that is in its end stage or that you are trying to find your way out of.  Be sure to note any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that might come to you during the night or while waking. 

Just two hours after that (7:15 am), the fast (OoBN) Moon will make waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Pluto.  This is the precursor to their opposition, and the surprise may help to identify areas or things that are ready or need additional attention before they are ready for the waning phase. 

Only 15 minutes later (7:30 am), the fast (OoBN) Moon will make a waxing cardinal crisis of action square to Neptune for the last exact major aspect of the day.  What action are you planning on taking today? 

08/09/26 – 9:28 am – Mercury enters Leo

Mercury’s entrance into the Sun’s fixed fire Leo home ends their void-of-course and completes the morning’s activities.  Don’t believe everything you hear as Mercury in Leo could lead some to exaggerate, maybe even believe their own fabrications.  Don’t be one of them. 

08/10/26 – 12:30 am – fast (OoBN) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing cardinal crisis of action square to retrograde Saturn, the Moon goes void-of-course for just over 25 hours, until entering Leo early tomorrow morning.  It is early Monday morning.  It would be best if you plan your actions before this, like Sunday night before you go to bed.  If you have a dream or something wakes you in the night, be sure to note what it was, the time, and as much detail as possible. 

08/10/26 – 11:09 am – Venus waning air trine retrograde Pluto

This pause and plan your next action trine gives you a reprieve from the restrictions of starting something new during a void-of-course Moon.  Of course, since you are dealing with work in progress, you should already have a plan of action for it.  This suggests that you may want to reassess what you have planned, and make changes if necessary. 

08/10/26 – 3:02 pm – Venus cardinal opposition retrograde Neptune

All oppositions involve complementary elements.  In this case, it is Venus in cardinal air Libra and retrograde Neptune in cardinal fire Aries.  Maintaining control is critical as too much fire and not enough air will cause the fire to suffocate.  Too much air and not enough fire and the air can blow the fire out and things can turn cold.  A balance of the elements of your life can give you what you seek.  Ask yourself, “Where am I out of balance?” 

Forecast for August 11-20

On the 11th, Mars will enter Virgo, the Moon will make 6 exact major aspects, followed by two by Mercury, then one by Venus for a total of 9 for the day, and Pluto will once again go out-of-bounds South.  You may want to make sure that you aren’t standing in front of any fans, just to be on the safe side.   On the 12th, we will have a New Moon Solar eclipse, and on the 13th, we will have 3 major and 2 quincunx aspects.  The 14th offers just 1 quincunx, but the 15th will give us five major aspects, including Mercury conjunct Jupiter.  The Moon will make 4 major aspects on the 16th, followed by six on the 17th.  On the 18th, the mean Lunar Nodes will move into Aquarius and Leo.  On the 20th, the Moon will make four aspects, 3 majors and a quincunx.

08/11/26 – 1:30 am – (OoBN) Mars enters Cancer the sign of His Fall

A planet is in the sign of their fall, a weakening, when they are in the sign opposite the sign of their exaltation.  Think of it this way, Mars isn’t a strong enough swimmer to take advantage of Cancer’s cardinal energy.  This doesn’t make Mars ineffective, but it can make Him more unpredictable and prone to lash out and act up.  He can be that annoying person who does cannonballs at the shallow end of the pool and loves to splash other people.  His last transit of Cancer was from April 23 to June 11, 2021; March 25 to May 20, 2023; September 4 to November 3, 2024; and January 6 to April 14, 2025.  What were those periods like for you?  Did they share a common theme?  Don’t expect an exact repeat, but something on that theme is most likely. 

Just eight minutes later (1:38 am), the fast Moon will enter Leo.

Now in the Sun’s home sign of fixed fire, look at my gorgeous lion mane Leo, don’t be too surprised if you see people changing or updating their hairstyles and wardrobes.  A fixed fire, like in a blast furnace, can become very hot and uncomfortable.  Be cool, don’t be uncool. 

08/11/26 – 6:41 am – fast Moon fixed fire conjunction Mercury

This is the first of nine exact major aspects today.  The first six by the Moon, then two by Mercury and finally, one by Venus, all within a span of 14 hours.  This can make for a rather chaotic day for some as they may feel as if they are the ball in a pinball machine getting constantly knocked from one task to another without having time to finish any of them.  Conjunctions symbolize new beginnings.  You might want to consider making a promise to yourself to not allow the day to get you down.  If someone disrupts your work plan, go back to it the first chance you get.  Just keep going back to it, no matter how many times others may direct or distract you from it. 

Less than 1 1/2 hours later (8:04 am), the fast Moon will make a fixed opposition to retrograde Pluto for the second aspect of the day.  Check your balance.  If something feels off, focus, identify it, bring it back into balance. 

Just sixteen minutes later (8:20 am), the fast Moon will make a waxing pause and review of any recent actions fire trine to retrograde Neptune for the third aspect of the day.  Retrogrades symbolize the past, so it is possible that something you did or thought you have done will come back up.  If something does, focus and fix or finish it. 

About 1 1/4 hours later (9:36 am), the fast Moon will make a waning finish something sextile to Venus for the fourth aspect of the day.  Finish something, it could just be the current task you are working on.  It doesn’t mean you have to finish the project, but at least finish the part that you are working on.  It should give you some sense of accomplishment on this otherwise chaotic morning. 

Less than one hour later (10:20 am), the fast Moon will make a waxing pause and review of any new thing started recently sextile to Uranus for the fifth aspect of the day.  Did you start something new this morning with the Moon Mercury conjunction?  Perhaps it was something you started yesterday or even last week.  How is it developing?  Did you complete what you started then?  Is there something that you can actually complete at this time?  If so, maybe that is what you should do. 

08/11/26 – 2:21 pm – retrograde Pluto goes Out-of-Bounds South

As Pluto backtracks and crosses 3 Aquarius 55’ 31”, He will once again slip ever so slightly out-of-bounds South.  He will remain out-of-bounds South until December 10, 2026, that is basically four months.  When Pluto is out-of-bounds south, it symbolizes a time of the collapse of empires, of revolution, reformation, and a return of power to the people, away from a few to the voices of the many, not just a few “many.”  This may manifest as significant shifts with the November 3, 2026, midterm elections.  But for it to happen, the people must speak and act to what they want for their future. 

08/11/26 – 5:01 pm – fast Moon fixed fire conjunction Jupiter

This start something new aspect is the sixth of the day.  With Jupiter involved and the conjunction in fixed fire Leo, commitment and effort will be required if you want to achieve the maximum result. 

08/11/26 – 6:20 pm – Mercury fixed opposition retrograde (OoBS) Pluto

This opposition seems to be a reminder that we must balance our words with our actions, if not, the words mean nothing and are lost on the winds of time. 

Just over 2 1/4 hours later (8:39 pm), Mercury will make a waxing pause and review of any recent actions (think about what you did today), fire trine to retrograde Neptune for the eighth aspect of the day.  With retrograde Neptune involved, check to make sure that you actually did what you intended to and think you did.  If you missed something, do it now or first thing tomorrow. 

08/11/26 – 8:46 pm – Venus waxing air trine Uranus

Just seven minutes later, simultaneously in universal transit time, it is another pause and review of any recent actions trine for the ninth and last aspect of the day.  With Venus and Uranus involved, this suggests that passion and creativity may help find and fix anything that may have been overlooked earlier. 

08/12/26 – 1:28 am – fast Moon waxing fire trine retrograde Saturn

This is another pause and review of any recent actions trine.  Coming in the night it may present as a dream or sudden awareness of something that you didn’t do, or a missed step from yesterday.  Dreams aren’t always clear as they are more symbolic of something in your life.  Note any dreams you may have.  If something wakes you in the night, note the time, what it was with as much detail as you can. 

08/12/26 – 10:37 am – fast New Moon conjunct Sun Solar Eclipse

This New Moon Solar Eclipse is at 20 Leo 02’.  The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “Intoxicated domestic birds fly around in dizzy attempts.”  This suggests that one may be trying to do something new, it may be something that can be mastered with practice or it may be something that is not really possible, such as a chicken learning to fly.  It may be that you aren’t paying attention to reality, such as pushing on a door marked pull or doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result each time.  Avoid frustrating yourself.  Get real!  Know your limits.  Don’t waste time and energy trying to do something you can’t.  Pay attention to your environment. 

What new possible, plausible thing do you want to start with this supercharged eclipse energy New Moon?  Choose wisely and commit to it. 

Following this, the Moon will go void-of-course for almost 17 hours.  That is for the rest of today.  If starting new things is part of your job, this could be a challenging day.  If you must start something new, be methodical about it, plan and complete each step, check it before moving on to the next step. 

08/12/26 – 1:48 pm – Mercury waxing sextile Uranus

This is the pause and review of any new things started recently sextile.  This is your first check-in for that new thing you started after the Moon went void-of-course.  Check and recheck your work.  If you need to do, redo, fix, or change something, do it now.  Then move on.  This energy should carry through the rest of the day. 

08/13/26 – 3:18 am – fast Moon enters mutable earth Virgo

As She enters analytical, critical Virgo, it isn’t about setting your emotions aside, it’s about being aware of them and understanding why you are having the emotions you are.  Criticizing can be most effective when done constructively.  Offer another solution or option.  If you can’t suggest a different approach or solution, then why are you criticizing what someone else is doing? 

08/13/26 – 5:44 am – fast Moon waxing sextile (OoBN) Mars

This is the pause and review of any new things started recently sextile.  Check to see if it is on track and on schedule.  If it isn’t, figure out how to get it there.  If it is, move on to your next. 

08/13/26 – 9:23 am – Mercury waning sextile Venus

This is one of three major aspects that Mercury and Venus can have.  The other two are the conjunction and the waxing sextile.  This is the finish something sextile as Mercury is racing to catch up to Venus.  It may be a writing or passion project that you have been working on. 

Just thirty minutes later (9:53 am), the fast Moon will make a waning inconjunct/ quincunx to retrograde Pluto.  The first of two quick consecutive “surprises.”  This represents the first waning or consolidating, time to complete stuff aspect.  What surprise might this pair have in store for you?  With the Moon at 3 Virgo 53’ and Pluto at 3 Aquarius 53’, those with planets of other sensitive points at or near either of these degrees are the most likely to feel or experience some kind of surprise. 

Just eighteen minutes later (10:11 am), pretty much simultaneously in universe time, the fast Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  This is the last waxing developing aspect before the opposition.  With retrograde Neptune involved, the potential surprise coming could be one that you’ve had before.  With the Moon now at 4 Virgo 04’, (She has moved 11 minutes of arc, which is just over 1/6 degree, those with planets or other sensitive points at or near either of those degrees are the most likely to experience or feel some kind of surprise.  But with Neptune retrograde, He may try to confuse or hide the surprise from you.  Look for the little details. 

08/13/26 – 12:24 pm – fast Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing mutable crisis of action square to Uranus, the Moon, as She crosses 5 Virgo 22’, goes void-of-course for almost 43 hours.  How does this happen?  At this time the positions of the other planets are such that the only aspect the Moon can make from Virgo will be a semisextile (30 degrees), which is not a Ptolemaic major aspect.  It is the other “part” of the quincunx.  Depending on what you do and are doing, it may not be practical or even possible to set all new things aside until Saturday (August 15) morning.  When starting something new during a void-of-course, it is best if you are in meticulous Virgo mode and will make a plan and a list of everything you may need to start and complete the “new” task.  Check and recheck your work frequently.  Don’t take any shortcuts, eliminate any steps, or make hasty decisions.  If you do, chances are you will fail and have to go back and redo a lot, if not all of your work.  Choose your actions thoughtfully and with grounded intent. 

08/14/26 – 4:00 am – decelerating Moon waxing inconjunct/quincunx retrograde Saturn

This is the only exact aspect between the transiting planets today.  It is early Friday morning.  If something wakes you early, note the time, what it was, with as much detail as possible.  With Saturn, the details, especially the “little” ones, are what matter most. 

08/15/26 – 4:23 am – Mercury fixed fire conjunction Jupiter

This is the first of five exact major aspects today.  The next four will be by the Moon.  What new thing are you going to use this massive energy burst to start today?  Coming so soon after the quincunx, and with this pair involved, they could have your mind obsessing and going “a million miles an hour.”  This could manifest as an idea for something to write about or otherwise document.  Whatever it may be, if you start something new, this pair seems to be saying, “go big or go home!”  Commit to “IT,” whatever your “it” is. 

08/15/26 – 7:20 am – decelerating Moon enters Libra

Finally, the long void-of-course is over.  Now in Venus’ cardinal air, sign of the other, Libra, whatever you start or do today, consider asking others for assistance, or offering to help others with whatever they may be doing. 

08/15/26 – 12:27 pm – average Moon waxing cardinal square (OoBN) Mars

This crisis of action square is the second aspect of the day.  With Mars involved you may be inspired to do something quickly without necessarily giving it the consideration needed to properly assess it.  Mars is out-of-bounds North which symbolizes your future.  You can create the future you want, but only if you have a plan; otherwise, you are at the “free will whims” of the universe. 

Less than two hours later (2:13 pm), the average Moon will make a waning, pause and plan your next action air trine to retrograde Pluto for the third aspect of the day.  Whatever you are working on, you should always have a plan for how to keep it on track and moving forward.  A plan that includes each step needed to complete it. 

Just twenty minutes later (2:33 pm), the average Moon will make a cardinal opposition to retrograde Neptune for the fourth aspect of the day.  Finding balance with Neptune is never easy as He likes to conceal, confuse, mislead and will often offer indirect clues. 

08/15/26 – 5:04 pm – average Moon waxing air trine Uranus

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the fifth and final aspect of the day.  Before heading out for your Saturday night plan, take time to review your day and what you think you did or accomplished.  What did you actually accomplish today?  Check your work to make sure you actually did the things you think you did.  If you find something that wasn’t done, either do it now or make a plan to do it tomorrow. 

08/16/26 – 12:11 am – average Moon cardinal air conjunction Venus

Coming at this time, this pairing of the two Grand Ladies of the Zodiac could offer a pleasant experience, or perhaps meeting a new someone.  If you are sleeping, it could offer you a dream of someone special in your life or clues about a special someone who has either just come into your life or may show up shortly.  Be sure to note any dreams you may have with as much detail as possible. 

Less than two hours later (2:03 am), the Moon will make a waxing pause and review of any new thing started recently sextile to Jupiter.  Jupiter is the former (ancient) ruler of Pisces and is considered a co-ruler with Neptune now the modern ruler.  Note any dreams, insights, awarenesses, feelings, other sensations that may come to you during the night.  There may be important clues in them to help you through the days ahead. 

Just over 3 1/4 hours later (5:20 am), the average Moon will make another waxing pause and review of any new thing started recently sextile, this time to Mercury.  Ditto, to the instructions for the previous aspect.  Did you wake up early?  If so, why?  What was the first thought you had?  What was the first thing you saw, heard, or felt?  These may all be messages from the universe. 

08/16/26 – 9:27 am – average Moon cardinal opposition to retrograde Saturn

With Saturn retrograde, He may be reminding you of something you still need to do to achieve the balance you are seeking in your life, be it personal or work.  It is Sunday, if you aren’t working, do something just for yourself.  If you do, it may also help with your relationships with others. 

Almost 11 hours later (8:15 pm), (OoBN) Mars will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Pluto.  Mars takes about two years on average to orbit the Sun, so most of His aspects only happen every other year.  What actionable surprise awaits you with this pairing of Mars at 3 Cancer 49’ to retrograde Pluto at 3 Aquarius 46’?  With this combination it could come early as you may have already received a “clue” about what it might be.  Pay attention, as this could come and go quickly. 

08/17/26 – 2:52 am – (OoBN) Mars waxing cardinal square retrograde Neptune

This is the first of six exact major and one quincunx aspects today.  With out-of-bounds Mars in the mix, this could manifest as a disturbing dream, insight, sudden awareness, wake-up.  If something does happen, note the time, what it was, and as much detail as possible. 

08/17/26 – 4:31 am – slowing Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing pause and review of any new thing started recently sextile, the second aspect of the day, as She crosses 24 Libra 36’, the Moon will go void-of-course for almost ten hours.  For many, their day may just be starting.  Stick to whatever you had planned or your usual morning routine.  If possible, don’t start anything new until after the Moon enters Scorpio. 

08/17/26 – 8:27 am – Mercury waxing fire trine retrograde Saturn

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the third aspect of the day.  With Saturn retrograde, this is the perfect aspect for suggesting that you may have missed or made a mistake with some action you took recently, probably from last week or the weekend.  Time to change or do it, then move on to the next thing on your to-do list. 

Less than one hour later (9:16 am), Venus will make a waxing pause and review of any new thing started recently sextile to Jupiter for the fourth aspect of the day.  This could relate to any new thing started recently or something started around the time of their conjunction, June 9, 2026.  It was a Tuesday; did you start a new longer-term project around that date?  If so, how is it doing?  Is it on track and on time, or have you forgotten about it? 

08/17/26 – 2:46 pm – slowing Moon enters fixed water Scorpio

The void-of-course is over.  You should be good to tackle any new things you have set aside for just this moment.  Now in the home of Pluto and Mars, some may find their thoughts taking a darker turn or more somber tone.  Some may feel as if others are trying to “drain their energy.”  Those people are known as “energy vampires,” and will often leave you feeling more tired or weaker when they or you leave. 

08/17/26 – 10:01 pm – slowing Moon waning fixed square retrograde Pluto

This crisis of consciousness pare down, consolidate square is the fifth aspect of the day.  You may want to take some time to review your day or your plans for tomorrow.  Normally, this applies to things that are nearing completion; however, sometimes one may find that “trimming” is needed for something that is still in the developing or growing stage. 

Just 22 minutes later (10:23 pm), the slowing Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  If this applies, you should know what it is about and how to handle it. 

Just over one hour later (11:29 pm), the slowing Moon will make a waxing pause and review of any recent actions water trine to (OoBN) Mars for the sixth and final aspect of the day.  If it is too late to take time to review your day, this may develop as a dream, insight, or awareness during the night.  If so, be sure to note it in as much detail as possible.  Your notes should make sense and have value tomorrow. 

08/18/26 – 1:15 am – slowing Moon waxing inconjunct/quincunx Uranus

There is nothing like a surprise from Mr. Unexpected himself, Uranus.  You can’t plan for it, if you try to, He will disrupt them in ways that you can’t even imagine.  Be flexible.  You should always keep a “note pad and pen” handy and have a plan “B” ready.

08/18/26 – 11:43 am – slowing Moon waxing fixed square Jupiter

This crisis of action square is the only major aspect today (PDT).  This focus on newer work energy should continue through most of the day.  With Jupiter involved, He may be offering opportunities to Go Big.  Take advantage of them if they come along. 

08/18/26 – 1:35 pm – Mean Lunar Nodes enter Aquarius Leo

There are two ways to locate the Moon’s Nodes, this one is based on their average daily motion and placement.  This measurement always has the nodes moving retrograde.  The other measurement is based on their “actual” position as they move retrograde, station, move direct, station, and then retrograde again.  This method is called the True Nodes, which is my preferred method.  The actual difference between the two methods is generally not that large, typically only a degree or two.  The true Nodes entered Aquarius and Leo on July 26, about three weeks ago. 

Just under five hours later (6:25 pm), the slow Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Saturn.  This is the first aspect of their consolidating phase.  Take time to review anything you think is ready to be completed (consolidated) and make sure that it meets your expectations for doing so. 

08/19/26 – 1:06 am – slow Moon waxing fixed square Mercury

Coming in the night, this crisis of action square may offer you a dream, possibly startling or on the darker side, to get your attention.  If so, be sure to note it in as much detail as possible.  Dreams are messages from your subconscious self to your woke self.  The messages are important, so be sure to note them.  Review your notes frequently as the message may be for some time in the future.  This energy will carry through most of the day as there won’t be another major aspect until this evening. 

08/19/26 – 10:27 am – slow Moon goes Out-of-Bounds South

As She crosses 22 Scorpio 26’, the Moon will once again venture out beyond the Sun’s southern boundary.  People, memories, things from your past may come up in the next few days.  If so, be sure to acknowledge and deal with any issues that may come up.  Don’t “kick” them down the road for another day as they will only get worse and require more effort or become unfixable, unsolvable. 

08/19/26 – 7:46 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing fixed crisis of action square to the Sun, as She crosses 27 Scorpio 08’, the Moon will go void-of-course for about 5 3/4 hours until entering Sagittarius early tomorrow morning.  This square refers directly to any new things started around the time of the New Moon Solar Eclipse on August 19.  Did you start something new then?  It may also relate to any other new thing started since then.  Check your new work to make sure that everything is proceeding as planned and that they are on schedule. 

08/20/26 – 1:30 am – slow (OoBS) Moon enters mutable fire Sagittarius

Now in mutable fire, optimistic, curious Sagittarius, the days may take on a lighter, more positive feel.  Note any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that may come to you during the night or on waking. 

08/20/26 – 8:59 am – slow (OoBS) Moon waning sextile retrograde Pluto

This complete something sextile serves as a reminder that August is winding down, and you may still have work that needs to be done before the end of the month.  Find it, check it, do what is necessary to get it finished by then. 

Just 23 minutes later (9:22 am), the slow (OoBS) Moon will make a waning pause and plan your next action fire trine to retrograde Neptune.  This goes with the previous aspect and may provide the energy and direction to make things happen and get stuff done on time. 

08/20/26 – 12:33 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon mutable opposition Mercury

This is the midpoint of their current cycle.  Time to decide what still needs to be developed and what is ready to be completed.  Balance in all areas of one’s life is essential; otherwise, things may go very bad. 

About 1 1/2 hours later (2:02 pm), the slow (OoBS) Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to (OoBN) Mars.  When two planets, both out-of-bounds, one south and one north connect, it can be likened to an awkward opposition where one or both are out of balance, but in different ways or areas.  The waxing quincunx is the last aspect before the opposition and with this pair, seems to be trying to get your attention to deal with an area of your life that is very or really out of balance.  Your challenge is to identify it and figure out just what you are going to do about it.  

Forecast for August 21-31

On the 21st, Venus will oppose retrograde Saturn, and on the 22nd, the Sun will enter Virgo as Mercury goes void-of-course.  There will be 5 aspects on the 23rd and none on the 24th.  On the 25th, Mercury will enter Virgo, and there will be 6 aspects.  The 26th will offer up 6 more aspects, 3 major and 3 quincunxes.  There will be the Sun Mercury Superior Conjunction on the 27th, followed by the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse.  The Sun will square Uranus on the 28th.  The 29th has only one quincunx to offer, followed by 6 major and 2 quincunxes on the 30th.  August ends with Jupiter trine Saturn on the 31st.

08/21/26 – 12:26 am – slow (OoBS) Moon waxing fire trine Jupiter

This very early Friday morning (PDT), pause and review of any recent actions trine comes as most are sleeping.  Be sure to note any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that you may have during the night or on waking.  With Jupiter involved, He is probably trying to give you a special, possibly “coded” message.  The next two aspects are the two major aspects that follow the waxing trine in the normal flow of things and may add information to help guide you with your work. 

08/21/26 – 5:43 am – Venus cardinal opposition retrograde Saturn

The opposition represents the midpoint of a cycle, the point of finding balance between the two forces making the aspect.  It also represents the point at which whatever you are working on should be recognizable for what it is.  From this point forward you are in the waning or consolidating, completing phase.  With this pair, you may want to focus on any passion or otherwise special projects, and you must pay close attention to the details.  Review your work frequently to make sure that you aren’t missing any steps and that your finished product will meet all the requirements specified. 

Just nineteen minutes later (6:02 am), the slow (OoBS) Moon will make a waning pause and plan your next action fire trine to retrograde Saturn.  Over the next several days the aspects will flow back and forth between waxing developing and waning completing energy.  This can serve as a reminder that the end of August is approaching quickly, so finish those things that need to be completed; but also that you cannot ignore the new work that comes in if you want to stay in control and not get behind.  With Saturn involved, your actions need to be deliberate, realistic, and doable.  This morning’s energy should continue throughout most of the normal workday. 

08/21/26 – 6:04 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon waxing sextile Venus

This pause and review of any new things you’ve started recently sextile coming later in the day may serve to remind you to take a few minutes to review and reflect on your day.  If you have any concerns about what you did today, make notes about them so you can check them first thing tomorrow. 

08/22/26 – 1:22 am – slow (OoBS) Moon waxing fire trine Mercury

It is another early morning pause and review of any recent actions trine.  Note any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that come to you during the night or on waking as they may provide guidance or answers as to what actions it is referring to and any corrections that might be needed. 

Following this, Mercury will go void-of-course for over 75 hours, until returning to their mutable earth Virgo home early on the 25th.  Mercury void-of-course can be similar to a Mercury retrograde, but without a do-over.  Reread, review, recheck everything during this period.  Avoid signing any important documents during this time if you can.  Use the time to review those documents.  Make sure that you fully understand the “fine print,” costs, terms, etc. 

08/22/26 1:31 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon waxing fire trine Sun

It’s another pause and review of any recent actions trine, this time between the two luminaries.  The Sun’s light should help to more fully illuminate any possible issues while the Moon may reflect light into any areas of darkness, or uncertainty.  If you identify anything that needs to be redone, replaced, or revised, take care of it this afternoon if you can. 

Following this, both go void-of-course.  The Moon’s will last 28 minutes, until She enters Capricorn at 1:59 pm.  Set aside any new thing that might show up until after the Moon enters Capricorn.

The Sun’s will last almost six hours until they enter Virgo at 7:19 pm.  Avoid starting a new self-help, workout, diet, or other self-improvement program until after the Sun enters Virgo.  You can use the time to investigate and evaluate such programs, but don’t make a decision until after the Sun enters Virgo, then analyze your options, reconsider, then decide. 

08/22/26 – 9:48 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon waning cardinal square retrograde Neptune

This is a late crisis of consciousness square.  With Neptune involved, you can never be sure that He isn’t trying to confuse or deceive.  You may want to sleep on it and hope that a dream will come and offer clarity for you.  You can make action plans for tomorrow, but wait until tomorrow to decide and take your consolidating action. 

08/23/26 – 6:05 am – slow (OoBS) Moon cardinal opposition (OoBN) Mars

Finding a balance between these two at this point may be more difficult than usual as they are both out-of-bounds, but one is north (future), and the other south (past).  Not only may you need to balance the feminine and masculine energies, but also the past with the future.  The past influences who we are today which influences who we might become.  Use your lessons learned from the past to help you find solutions to problems you are facing now that need to be resolved in the future, by the end of the month for example. 

Almost five hours earlier (1:11 am), the slow (OoBS) Moon made a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Uranus.  This aspect is known for its ability to surprise us.  As the first waning aspect, it may relate to their recent opposition and what you have done recently.  It may manifest as a dream or sudden awareness that wakes you.  If so, note the time and what it was with as much detail as possible so you can take action on it when your day gets started. 

Almost eight hours after She opposed Mars (2:07 pm), the slow (OoBS) Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to Jupiter.  This is the last aspect before their opposition.  Hopefully, with Jupiter involved, it will be a pleasant surprise. 

08/23/26 – 6:21 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon waning cardinal square retrograde Saturn

This late in the day crisis of consciousness square with both in action oriented cardinal signs suggests that this would be a good time to implement your plan to consolidate what you are working on and prepare it to be completed. 

08/23/26 – 11:30 pm – slow (OoBS) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing cardinal crisis of action square to Venus, the Moon will go void-of-course for 26 1/2 hours.  This Sunday night aspect could get your heart pumping and mind focusing on a special someone or important project that you are working on.  It could manifest as a dream or sudden insight offering an idea for a potential action to take tomorrow.  If you have a dream or sudden insight, be sure to note what it was with as much detail as possible. 

This long void-of-course will last through tomorrow (Monday).  Focus on work in progress and, if you can, set aside any new things until after the Moon enters Aquarius. 

08/24/26 – 9:04 pm – slow Moon returns In-Bounds

As She crosses 27 Capricorn 29’, the Moon will return within the southern boundary established by the Sun.  Some may feel this shift; however, most probably won’t notice it.  You may notice fewer thoughts, people, or things from your past coming up.  Your focus should be on the “now,“ what tonight and the rest of August have in store. 

There are no exact aspects between the ten traditional planets today nor will any change direction or change signs.  This doesn’t mean that you “get the day off,” as the planets may be interacting with your planets and other sensitive points.  This is a good day to take notes about how your day goes.  Note anything out of the ordinary, any sudden changes, especially in your mood or how you are feeling. 

08/25/26 – 2:02 am – slow Moon enters Aquarius

This could be a busy, almost chaotic day for some as there will be two sign changes, three quincunxes, and three exact major aspects to seemingly make up for yesterday’s lack of events.  With the Moon now joining retrograde (OoBS) Pluto in fixed air Aquarius, many may find their ability to focus enhanced.  Know your priorities and focus on them as there is less than one week left in August to meet any deadlines. 

Just 24 minutes earlier (1:38 am), the slow Moon made a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to Mercury.  This is their last aspect before their opposition on the evening of the 27th.  Time to recheck your work to ensure that it is ready to move from developing to completing. 

08/25/26 – 4:04 am – Mercury returns to their mutable earth Virgo home

Some may find that they are better able to take a more critical look at their work and the people around them.  While you won’t suddenly become a math wizard or savant, you may find yourself better able to analyze an issue or problem and find a doable solution.  If so, enjoy it while it lasts as Mercury is practically “flying” at almost 2 degrees per day.

Two hours and forty minutes later (6:44 am), the slow Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to the Sun.  This sets up the coming Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on the 27th.  Did you start anything new with the New Moon Solar Eclipse of August 12?  If so, how is it coming along?  What do you need to do with it to get it ready for the Lunar Eclipse when it should be recognizable for what it can become? 

08/25/26 – 9:11 am – slow Moon fixed air conjunction retrograde (OoBS) Pluto

This begins a new Moon-Pluto cycle.  With the emphasis on fixed air focused energy, what new thing do you want to start at this time? 

Just 21 minutes later (9:32 am), the slow Moon will make a waning finish something sextile to retrograde Neptune.  What do you have that is ready to be finished and needs to be completed by or before the end of August? 

08/25/26 – 1:01 pm – slow Moon waning air trine Uranus

This pause and plan your next action trine continues to emphasize work that needs to be done by the end of the month.  You know your work and your priorities.  The choice is yours. 

Almost eight hours later (9:00 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to (OoBN) Mars for the last event of the day.  You have your plan, but the surprise might be a dream or sudden insight suggesting that you might have overlooked something or a “better” way to achieve your priorities.  Pay attention! 

08/26/26 – 2:32 am – accelerating Moon fixed opposition Jupiter

This is the first of three exact major and three quincunx aspects today.  Looks to be another pay attention to your surroundings kind of day. 

Coming in the night, this could manifest as a dream offering you hidden messages on ways to overcome obstacles or other problems confronting you.  If so, be sure to note what it was with as much detail as possible. 

Less than three hours later (5:21 am), as many people are starting their day, the accelerating Moon will make a waning finish something sextile to retrograde Saturn.  This suggests that you may want to focus on completing things, at least until this afternoon when you may sense a subtle shift. 

Almost eight hours later (1:10 pm), the Sun will make a waning inconjunct/ quincunx to retrograde (OoBS) Pluto.  This surprise may offer a sudden insight as to how to work more efficiently, particularly if you have any repetitive type work. 

08/26/26 – 2:59 pm – accelerating Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing pause and review of any recent actions air trine to Venus, the Moon will go void-of-course for just over 21 hours.  Not counting today, there are only three full normal workdays left in August.  It is always a good idea to take a pause and review your recent actions to make sure that you have in fact completed them, that you haven’t made a mistake, or forgotten something. 

About 2 1/2 hours later (5:31 pm), the Sun will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  You want something rare or unusual, this is it, the Sun making two inconjunct/quincunx aspects on the same day.  Pay attention to your surroundings.  Look carefully into any shadows as the Sun may be trying to illuminate something that Neptune wants to conceal. 

Just over six hours later (11:42 pm), Mercury will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde (OoBS) Pluto for the last aspect of the day.  Coming this late it might be a dream or sudden idea that could provide guidance on ways to get things done more timely. 

08/27/6 – 1:50 am – Mercury waxing inconjunct/quincunx retrograde Neptune

This aspect could enhance the previous quincunx with additional insights or clarification.  Be sure to note whatever comes to you during the night or on waking with as much detail as possible. 

08/27/26 – 10:04 am – Sun Mercury mutable earth Superior Conjunction

Their conjunction is at 4 Virgo 27’.  The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “A man dreaming of fairies..”  This may serve as a reminder that sometimes, it  is OK to daydream of fanciful things.  You may be the next person to do something others consider “impossible.”  Be bold!  This conjunction is generally considered the midpoint of the Sun Mercury cycle as Mercury is now on the far side of the Sun from the Earth.  Did you start something new at their Inferior Conjunction on or around July 12?  If so, how is it coming?  This is the equivalent of the opposition and marks the beginning of their “waning phase.”  What is your next action to keep it moving forward to completion? 

Just two hours later 12:04 pm), the accelerating Moon will enter mutable water Pisces.  If you have been setting aside new things, now would be a good time to deal with them so they don’t get left behind.  You may feel or notice that some seem to be more open with their feelings.  Thoughts may seem to be more spiritual or even religious in nature as some will question and seek answers to what life is all about. 

08/27/26 – 9:18 pm – Full Moon Lunar Eclipse mutable opposition Sun

This Full Moon is at 4 Pisces 54’.  The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “A church bazaar.”  The Sun is exactly opposite the Moon and is at 4 Virgo 54’.  This symbol suggests a gathering for a common cause of purpose.  The common name for the August Full Moon is “the Sturgeon Moon,” so named for the large fish often caught in the Great Lakes in August.  This relates back to the New Moon total Solar Eclipse of August 12.  Did you start anything new with this most powerful of New Moons?  If so, how is it developing?  Now it moves from waxing developing to waning completing. 

Just over one hour later (10:20 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a mutable opposition to Mercury.  This is the midpoint in their cycle.  You may remember something that is ready to move into its completing phase and ways to get it finished. 

Only nineteen minutes later (10:39 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a mutable waning crisis of consciousness square to Uranus.  Dreams of creative ways to consolidate and complete things may come to you before or as you sleep.  Be sure to note whatever comes to you, even if it doesn’t seem to make sense.  It should become clear shortly. 

08/28/26 – 12:25 am – Mercury waxing mutable square Uranus

This crisis of action square could be your clarity coming in a nightmare or dream.  Pay attention.  Note anything that comes to you during the night with as much detail as possible. 

08/28/26 – 9:14 am – average Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waning pause and plan your next action water trine to (OoBN) Mars, the Moon goes void-of-course for about 34 1/4 hours.  This is a long void-of-course, perhaps serving to remind you that it may be more important to focus on work in progress that needs to be completed and set aside any new things until critical, finish by the end of the month things are done. 

08/28/26 – 11:42 am – Mars returns In Bounds

As He crosses 11 Cancer 21’, Mars will return into the controlling boundaries of the Sun.  While He may not like the constraints, some may find relief as the level of angst, anger, impatience, and irritability seem to decrease. 

Just 3/4 hour later (12:29 pm), the average Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Jupiter.  With Jupiter involved one can hope that any surprise will be a beneficial one.  Watch the clock and be ready for whatever may come your way. 

08/28/26 – 3:19 pm – Sun waxing mutable square Uranus

This is their annual crisis of action square.  Be creative.  Tap into your unique individuality in finding efficient actions to take that get the needed work done. 

08/29/26 – 3:21 am – average Moon waxing inconjunct/quincunx Venus

This is the only exact aspect today.  There are no major or other aspects between the planets today; however, that doesn’t mean that they won’t be making aspects to your planets.  It is suggested that you note any unusual events and feelings that you have today as that can help you to better understand how days like this might go for you. 

08/29/26 – 7:38 pm – average Moon enters Aries

It’s Saturday evening as the long Moon void-of-course ends.  If you have any new things that you have set aside, you should be good to start them now. 

08/30/26 – 2:02 am – accelerating Moon waxing sextile retrograde (OoBS) Pluto

This is the first of eight exact aspects today, six major and two quincunxes making for a potential roller coaster kind of Sunday.  This pause and review of any new things started recently sextile, along with the next two aspects will happen before most people start their day.  Be very attentive to any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that come to you during the night or on waking. 

Just 18 minutes later (2:20 am), the accelerating Moon will make a cardinal fire conjunction with retrograde Neptune for the second major aspect of the day.  As a conjunction, this could be a sudden wakeup or intense dream that wakes you.  If something wakes you in the night, be sure to note the time, what it was, with as much detail as possible.  What new thing do you plan on starting now?  It could be something that you had planned on starting before, but set aside. 

Almost 3 1/2 hours later (5:49 am), the accelerating Moon will make a waning finish something sextile to Uranus for the third aspect of the day.  This could manifest as a dream, vision, or awareness of what still needs to be completed and how to get it finished by the end of the month, which is tomorrow. 

Almost three hours later (8:48 am), the accelerating Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to the Sun.  The day finishes with a series of waning, get stuff finished aspects.  This could provide you with some inspiration on what and how to get things finished. 

Almost six hours later (2:46 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Mercury for the second of the two quincunxes.  Perhaps a new idea or brain flash will answer a question or inspire you.  Be open for “messages” from any and everywhere. 

08/30/26 – 6:39 pm – accelerating Moon waning cardinal square Mars

This crisis of consciousness square is the fourth major aspect of the day.  What actions have you been planning?  Time to execute them. 

Just about 1 1/4 hours later (7:55 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a waning pause and plan your next action fire trine to Jupiter for the fifth major aspect of the day.  What are you going to plan for now?  Perhaps it is what to start with the next and last aspect of the day. 

Just twenty-three minutes later (8:18 pm), the accelerating Moon will make a cardinal fire conjunction to retrograde Saturn for the sixth major and final aspect of the day.  Saturn is about the details.  There are no small details in His world.  Tend to them tonight.  This energy may carry over into tomorrow morning.  You can start that new thing tonight or tomorrow morning to take advantage of this action oriented cardinal fire conjunction. 

08/31/26 – 12:47 pm – accelerating Moon cardinal opposition Venus

Oppositions are the midpoint of cycles and represent finding balance between two different but complementary energies.  Where in your work or life are or might you be out of balance? 

08/31/26 – 3:17 pm – Jupiter waxing fire trine retrograde Saturn

This pause and review of any recent actions trine suggests that you might want to take some time to review what you have done today.  Make sure that you haven’t skipped any steps or missed any requirements.  Are you getting the results you expected from your actions?  This also helps to set you up for September, which starts tomorrow. 

Extended Forecast for September

September starts with Mars square Saturn as the first aspect.  The Moon will make three major aspects on the 2nd, and again on the 3rd, followed by four on the 4th.  The 5th provides 2 major and 2 quintile aspects and the 6th offers up three major aspects.  The 7th gives us the Labor Day holiday in the US and Canada and five major aspects plus Mercury goes void-of-course.  There are just two aspects on the 8th and four, two major and two quincunxes on the 9th as the current Moon Wobble ends and Venus goes void-of-course.  The 10th could be more interesting for some as both Mercury and Venus change signs and Uranus stations retrograde followed by the Virgo New Moon. 

There will be just three aspects on the 11th, and then five on the 12th, followed by two on the 13th.  On the 14th, there will be three major and two quincunx aspects.  On the 15th, there will be five major and two quincunx aspects.  The 16th and 17th offer up three major aspects each as Chiron returns to Aries.  There will be two major aspects on the 18th and three on the 19th.  The 20th wraps up this period with one major and two quincunxes. 

The 21st leads off with seven major aspects as the Sun goes void-of-course.  On the 22nd, the Sun will enter Libra for the Fall Equinox.  The 23rd provides one major and two quincunxes, while the 24th offers us just two major aspects.  The 25th starts with two quincunxes followed by two major aspects.  The 26th comes back with six, five major, and one quincunx aspects including the Aries Full Moon and Mars going void-of-course.  On the 27th, Mars will enter Leo, and on the 28th, there will be five major aspects, plus Mercury will go void-of-course.  There will be just one major aspect on the 29th, followed by Mercury entering Scorpio and four major aspects on the 30th.