Astrology Forecast January 19 – 25, 2026

There are powerful Aquarius vibes in the air this week with an stellium involving the Moon, Mercury, and the Sun, followed by Mars entering Aquarius on Friday.

The Moon already sneaked into Aquarius late yesterday, and today the Sun follows suit, with Mercury joining the party by Tuesday midday*. This creates a rare and noticeable Aquarius stellium involving the Moon, Sun, and Mercury, all clustered in the same forward-thinking sign.

The mental atmosphere shifts almost immediately over the next couple of days. Emotions become less reactive, less personal, and more observational. You may notice that you are not as easily pulled into drama or emotional loops. Instead, you are watching situations from a distance and seeing patterns you could not see before.

Today feels like a mental reset. With the Moon in Aquarius, your emotional body wants space. Not distance for the sake of withdrawal, but space for clarity. You may feel a sudden urge to step back from people, conversations, or obligations that have felt draining.

Aquarius energy is great at creating emotional detachment without shutting your heart down. This is an excellent day to observe your life as if you were looking at it from above. Problems you have been stuck on may suddenly resolve themselves through a fresh angle or a surprising realization. These insights can feel like lightning bolts. They arrive quickly and without much warning.

This evening*, as the Sun enters Aquarius, the focus shifts from internal observation to conscious intention. Aquarius season officially begins, and with it comes a strong pull toward authenticity, independence, and future-oriented thinking.

You may feel less interested in doing things the way they have always been done. Old rules start to feel optional. This is a powerful time to ask yourself where you have been conforming, out of habit rather than choice. Aquarius invites you to rethink the structure of your life, especially in terms of community, work, technology, and long-term goals.

Tuesday, January 20: Restless Self-Expression

Tuesday builds on the Aquarius momentum and turns thought into communication. As Mercury enters Aquarius midday, ideas want expression. Conversations become more animated, more experimental, more focused on the bigger picture.

This is an excellent day for brainstorming, planning, writing, and speaking about ideas that feel ahead of their time. You may find yourself drawn into discussions about social issues, innovation, or collective change. Even personal conversations tend to move away from emotional processing and toward problem-solving.

There is also a restless quality to these two days. Aquarius energy does not like stagnation. You may feel an urge to try something new, explore unfamiliar social spaces, or experiment with technology or alternative approaches. This can be exciting, but it can also feel ungrounding.

With so much air energy in play, it is easy to live entirely in your head. Make a point of staying physically present. Go for a walk, tidy your space, or handle a practical task that anchors you in your body. Balance is key.

Wednesday, January 21: Intuitive Flow

Early Wednesday morning, the Moon enters Pisces, and the energy softens almost immediately. After the sharp clarity and mental stimulation of the Aquarius stellium, this shift may feel like exhaling. Pisces energy is gentle, intuitive, and emotionally porous. You may feel more sensitive to your environment, more aware of subtle emotional undercurrents, and more in need of quiet or solitude.

Midday brings a powerful alignment as the Sun in Aquarius meets Mercury in Aquarius. This conjunction sharpens the mind and supports clear, purposeful communication. Even though the Moon is now in Pisces, adding emotional depth, your thoughts remain organized and focused.

This is a good day to articulate ideas that came to you earlier in the week, especially if they require both logic and compassion. Creative writing, spiritual conversations, and meaningful one-on-one discussions are favored.

You may notice a slight lull in physical energy today. This is not a setback. It is a recalibration. Allow yourself to slow down without guilt. Pisces Moon days are ideal for listening rather than pushing. Trust your intuition. If something feels off, it probably is. If something feels aligned, it likely deserves your attention.

Thursday, January 22: Emotional Insight

Thursday continues the Pisces Moon influence and deepens it. Late morning brings a supportive trine between the Moon in Pisces and Jupiter in Cancer. This is one of the most emotionally nourishing aspects of the week. Compassion flows easily, and there is a sense of emotional safety available if you allow yourself to receive it.

This is an excellent day for reconnecting with family, offering support to a friend, or tending to your inner world.

Midday, Mercury in Aquarius aligns with Pluto in Aquarius, intensifying conversations and thought patterns. This is not superficial energy. Discussions may turn serious, revealing, or transformative.

You may also uncover hidden truths or gain insight into power dynamics at play in your life or in the world around you. Use this energy consciously. Words carry weight today, and what is said can have lasting impact.

Later in the afternoon, Mercury in Aquarius forms a sextile with Lilith in Sagittarius, encouraging honesty and bold self-expression. This aspect supports speaking your truth without apology, especially around beliefs, boundaries, or personal freedom. It is a good day to say what has been left unsaid, provided it is done with awareness and respect.

Friday, January 23: Ignition Point

Friday marks a major shift. Early in the morning, Mars enters Aquarius, and shortly after, the Moon moves into Aries. The energy changes dramatically. Where earlier in the week was thoughtful and reflective, Friday is active, assertive, and motivating. Mars in Aquarius brings drive to innovation.

Action is now aligned with vision. Ideas that have been forming all week are ready to be tested in the real world. The Aries Moon adds urgency and courage. You may feel energized, restless, and eager to start something new.

This is not a subtle day. It is a day of initiation. If you have been waiting for motivation, it arrives now. The challenge is pacing. With so much forward momentum, impulsive decisions are possible. Aim for intentional action rather than reaction.

Friday carries a powerful lesson: if you can imagine it, you can begin building it. Take the first step, even if you do not yet see the full path.

Saturday, January 24: Creative Tension

Saturday is dynamic and layered. The Moon remains in Aries and forms several creative quintile aspects with Mars, Pluto, and the Sun throughout the day. Quintiles are associated with talent, creativity, and problem-solving. You may feel inspired to tackle challenges in unconventional ways. This is an excellent day for creative projects, strategic planning, or finding innovative solutions to ongoing issues.

By late afternoon, the Moon in Aries squares Jupiter in Cancer, which can bring emotional overreach. You may feel pulled between personal ambition and emotional responsibility. Avoid overcommitting or promising more than you can deliver. Enthusiasm is high, but moderation is essential.

Use today to channel energy constructively. Physical activity, creative expression, and focused effort will serve you well.

Sunday, January 25: Grounded Awareness

Sunday brings a noticeable shift as the Moon enters Taurus early afternoon. The pace slows, and the focus turns toward stability and comfort. After a week of mental stimulation and energetic intensity, Taurus invites you to ground, rest, and reconnect with the physical world.

Late afternoon and evening bring squares between the Taurus Moon and Mars and Pluto in Aquarius. This can create tension between the desire for peace and the push for change. You may feel resistant to demands or disruptions. Instead of forcing resolution, aim for patience. Not everything needs to be solved today.

Sunday is best used for simple pleasures, self-care, and recalibrating your energy. Let the week settle. What you have set in motion will continue to unfold.

* All aspect and transit times are in Eastern Time (New York City, NY, USA). Please adjust accordingly for your local time zone.