This article is written by astrologer and Akashic channel, Narayana Montúfar. She is the author of Moon Signs: Unlock Your Inner Luminary Power. Please visit www.naramon.com to book a reading with her or follow her here: @narayanamontufar to keep up with her astro-weather reports.
As the Sun enters Capricorn on December 21, another transformative four-week journey begins, marking the start of a new season and preparation for the new year ahead.
Mercury might no longer be retrograde, but Mars remains in its retrograde all season long. You might feel its effects intensely as the planet of action enters Cancer on January 6. Starting now until late February, the sky delivers powerful moments for you to find healing, especially if it involves family, childhood, and even ancestry.
Capricorn’s steadfast energy calls for focus and intention, urging you to align your life with your highest goals. While nostalgia for the past may linger, this is a time to release what no longer serves you and clear the path for fresh beginnings. Capricorn’s influence reminds us that success is built on a strong foundation, so embrace the challenge of removing obstacles that block your personal and spiritual evolution.
From December 21 to December 27, destiny takes center stage as the Capricorn Sun activates the Lunar Nodes. Encounters and events during this time may catalyze profound changes in your life’s direction. With the lunar nodes preparing to shift from Aries/Libra to Virgo/Pisces on January 11, a new cosmic chapter begins. This transition invites us to move beyond old relational patterns, focusing instead on self-care, intuitive wisdom, and our role in collective evolution.
On December 24, a powerful clash between Jupiter and Saturn stirs the waters of growth and structure, potentially resurfacing themes from August 19. This is a time to be patient but also very clear about the changes that need to be made.
As the Moon becomes new in Capricorn on December 30 and culminates with the transformative full moon in Cancer on January 16, clarity will emerge about what to preserve and what to release.
Mercury’s entry into Capricorn on January 8 sharpens your focus, guiding your decisions with pragmatic precision.
Pay attention to January 1 and 2, when retrograde Mars aligns with Pluto, delivering potent insights about navigating the challenges of 2025.
With Aquarius season beginning on January 19, the cosmic winds will further encourage innovation, self-trust, and forward-thinking.
Regardless of your zodiac sign, the stars are setting the stage for a powerful reinvention—however, due to the retrograde of Mars, there is no rush when it comes to setting intentions. Instead of stepping boldly into the year ahead, you are invited to go within, unearthing new passions that will emerge once the Spring of 2025 arrives!
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Your Horoscope for Capricorn Season 2025-2026
Aries
Despite Mars, your ruling planet, being retrograde for most of this month, your drive to advance in your career remains strong this season. However, pacing yourself is important to avoid exhaustion, Aries. Trust your intuition—it will be a guiding force, especially during the Jupiter-Saturn alignment on December 24. Between December 21 and December 27, destiny is at play, perhaps bringing someone who could be instrumental in coming up with a successful career strategy. Alternatively, there could also be changes within your workspace or workflow. This period encourages you to listen deeply to your inner wisdom, as what is at first perceived as an obstacle along the way could actually end up working out in your favor.
The December 30 new moon may spark a major initiative, but remember to pace yourself; overextending now could lead to burnout by the emotionally charged full moon on January 13. As this chapter closes, you’re completing an 18-month cycle that has empowered your goals and dreams. With the lunar north node departing your sign on January 11, the cosmos invites you to turn inward. Mindful practices like meditation and cultivating intuitive clarity will pave the way for personal growth over the coming year and beyond.
Aries End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I trust my intuition to guide my career and create meaningful progress.”
- “Rest fuels my ambition; I honor the balance between drive and renewal.”
Your January Crystal:
Channel your career ambitions with Carnelian, the crystal of confidence and motivation. Its energy will fuel your drive while helping you trust your intuition during pivotal moments in January.
Taurus
This Capricorn season ignites your ambition, Taurus, as you aim to build the foundation for your dreams. Between December 21 and January 1, challenges may arise, but each obstacle is an opportunity to refine your approach. The Mars retrograde will amplify these lessons, especially during the January 2 Mars-Pluto clash and the transformational full moon on January 13. This season, you might decide to either take a course, a master class, or additional training that not only helps you perfect certain skills but also elevates you to a more competitive place per the changing times. Between December 21 to December 27, the ideal teacher, mentor, or guide could come around, so pay attention to who comes within your orbit around this time.
Thankfully, Venus, your planetary ruler, graces the skies in a position of strength from January 2 to February 3, offering support through partnerships and friendships alike. January 14 could be especially lucky, when Venus and Jupiter link up, miraculous help could come out of nowhere, especially when it comes to friendships and collaborations. January 18 is also a pivotal moment, when plans solidify, or cherished aspirations come to life as Venus meets with masterful Saturn.
Taurus End-of-Year Mantras:
- “Every obstacle is a stepping stone toward my greatest achievements.”
- “I attract supportive connections that empower my ambitions and dreams.”
Your January Crystal:
Manifest resilience and balance with Smoky Quartz as you tackle challenges. This grounding crystal supports perseverance while transforming obstacles into stepping stones toward your dreams.
Gemini
Staying focused will be super important for you this month, Gemini. While your planet, Mercury, is no longer retrograde, it will still be traveling through the skies of Sagittarius, which could cause you to miss important details. Mars is still retrograde in your communication sector until January 5, measured words and deliberate actions will ensure success. For these two reasons, you must invest more time to make sure all your deliveries, your emails, or any important communications are being delivered correctly—at least until January 7, as Mercury enters diligent Capricorn on January 8. Pay extra attention to the days surrounding December 24, December 27, and January 6.
On December 24, Jupiter activates Saturn in your professional zone, bringing the perfect time to reflect on strategies that can shape your career’s future. Even if it doesn’t seem like it at the moment, your efforts now are planting seeds for long-term growth and success. You might notice this more once Venus begins gracing your career sector between January 2 and February 3. At the end of the season, when Venus meets Saturn, a project you’ve been working on for some time could solidify or show signs of real progress, even if you have to work hours to push it through the finish line.
Gemini End-of-Year Mantras:
- “Focus brings clarity; I express myself with intention and grace.”
- “I invest in my growth today to sow the seeds of future success.”
Your January Crystal:
Sodalite enhances focus and clarity for your communication goals. Use it to stay sharp while reworking strategies and planting seeds for future success in your career.
Cancer
Capricorn season is always a time during which you are focused on your closest relationships, dear Cancer. In the end, it is a season that carries a celebratory, end-of-year vibe. This Capricorn season, however, comes with a much more serious tone, due to the retrograde of Mars, which remains in your financial sector until January 5. This rare and powerful influence nudges you to look inward, especially as financial discussions and boundaries take center stage. The Mars-Pluto standoff on January 2 highlights the need for honest conversations in partnerships, supported by the December 30 new moon’s invitation to redefine shared responsibilities. You will feel this energy the most if you share bills or finances with either a romantic or business partner.
As Mars retrograde enters your sign on January 6, the vibe changes quite considerably, ushering in weeks of deep introspection. Until February 23, there is less focus on finances, as the second part of the retrograde is truly a sacred time to reassess your desires and ambitions. Ask yourself all the hard questions, and by the January 13 full moon, shining brightly in your sign, the path forward becomes illuminated with revelations about the habits and attitudes needed for a transformative year ahead.
Cancer End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I release the past and welcome transformative growth with open arms.”
- “Introspection reveals my true desires; I align my actions with my essence.”
Your January Crystal:
Turn inward with Moonstone to enhance self-reflection and intuition during this transformative season. It’s your ally for reassessing relationships and aligning with your emotional truths.
Leo
Capricorn season marks a productive time for you, Leo, especially regarding your day-to-day workflow and personal projects. However, Mars retrograde in your sign from December 21 to January 5 encourages you to approach work with mindfulness and balance. The universe is nudging you to honor your limits and replenish your energy. This becomes especially clear around the pivotal Mars-Pluto clash on January 2, when ignoring your body’s signals might amplify stress. Use this moment to prioritize self-care and recalibrate your goals.
Once Mars shifts into your twelfth house on January 6, it’s time to embrace deep introspection. This retrograde period invites you to reconnect with your intuition and reimagine how you show up in your relationships and personal pursuits. While this process might feel too introspective at times, it’s setting the stage for a profound reinvention. By the time the January 13 full moon lights up the sky, pay close attention to your dreams and inner reflections. They hold the keys to understanding how your aspirations are evolving. As you navigate these celestial shifts, remember to give yourself grace. Rest and renewal aren’t just necessities—they’re tools for growth. Trust that the time spent realigning with your inner truth will lead to a more purposeful and impactful 2025.
Leo End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I honor my need for rest, knowing reinvention starts from within.”
- “Dreams guide me toward my next chapter; I listen to my inner voice.”
Your January Crystal:
Work with Citrine to invite abundance and recharge your energy. Its joyful vibration supports productivity while encouraging optimism during your introspection and reinvention phase.
Virgo
While Mercury, your ruling planet, is moving direct as Capricorn season begins, this is still a time for introspection and refinement, Virgo. Mars is still retrograde in your twelfth house of rest and healing, meaning that until January 5, you might still need more downtime. Save your precious energy for what’s truly important, as the December 24 Jupiter-Saturn alignment highlights the need to reassess your professional strategies. If you’ve been working closely with a business partner or focusing on client-driven work, this is the time to evaluate what’s truly sustainable. Expect a fresh wave of momentum to come after the December 30 new moon, which sets the stage for renewed focus and creativity.
This season also carries a transformative twist, as the lunar south node of destiny enters your sign on January 11. This rare event begins an eighteen-month journey that’s all about shedding the layers of your old self to emerge more authentic and aligned. You’ll feel inspired to release outdated routines, relationships, or commitments that no longer resonate with your values. As you move toward the January 13 full moon, trust your intuition to guide the changes necessary for your evolution. The cosmos is aligning to support your growth, asking you to let go of the past and step boldly into a future of clarity and self-mastery.
Virgo End-of-Year Mantras:
- “Authenticity is my compass; I shed what no longer aligns with my truth.”
- “I embrace change as a gateway to transformation and renewal.”
Your January Crystal:
Harness the transformative energy of Clear Quartz as you enter a period of profound change. This amplifying stone supports authenticity and helps you align with your true purpose.
Libra
Capricorn season stirs profound revelations, Libra, particularly in your social and professional spheres. As retrograde Mars energizes your social sector from December 21 to January 5, some relationships may face scrutiny. You could find yourself redefining what community and collaboration mean to you. This introspection paves the way for shifts in your career goals, beginning January 6, as Mars enters your tenth house of ambition. From now until February 23, you will be invited to redefine what success means to you, along with your goals as well as career strategies.
By January 11, the lunar south node will leave your sign, closing an eighteen-month chapter of transformative self-discovery. During this time, you’ve shed layers of your identity that no longer served your growth. This process, which started in the Summer of 2023, was not easy, so make sure to celebrate yourself! The January 13 full moon offers a powerful opportunity for emotional release, marking the end of one of the most challenging yet rewarding phases of your life. As this season closes, the Venus-Saturn January 18 meetup offers you to embrace the wisdom gained from this latest transformation with the awareness that the relationships and goals you nurture now will carry you into a more aligned and fulfilling future.
Libra End-of-Year Mantras:
- “True connections uplift me; I release what no longer resonates.”
- “With every ending, I create space for new, aligned opportunities.”
Your January Crystal:
Rose Quartz nurtures you as you navigate shifting social dynamics and career goals. Its soothing energy fosters self-love and helps you release old patterns with grace.
Scorpio
This season calls for balance, Scorpio, as Mars retrograde asks you to reassess how you allocate your energy between work and rest. The pressure might feel intense around January 2, when Mars clashes with Pluto, urging you to confront imbalances in your daily routines. Let this be a signal to release perfectionism and focus your energy and attention on what truly matters. Alternatively, you could also be working on redefining your career goals and strategies, especially once Mercury enters Capricorn on January 8. Give yourself time to figure things out, as this retrograde is a slow burn—and therefore, influence.
Mars does take the pressure off as it enters Cancer on January 6. Starting now, you’ll feel drawn to explore deeper emotional truths and spiritual growth. This introspective phase will last until February 23, offering profound opportunities to redefine your entire life philosophy. The January 13 full moon brings clarity to the changes needed to align your goals with your inner desires. Venus, traveling through your fifth house from January 2 to February 3, reminds you to make space for joy and creative expression. This influence is a welcome reprieve, encouraging you to balance productivity with moments of fun and meaningful connection.
Scorpio End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I achieve balance by nurturing my spirit as much as my ambitions.”
- “Joy and creativity are my birthrights; I invite them into my life freely.”
Your January Crystal:
Balance intensity with Black Tourmaline, a crystal of protection and grounding. It helps you manage work-life stress and encourages emotional stability during this reflective season.
Sagittarius
Capricorn season ushers in a more serious energy, Sagittarius, focusing your attention on financial matters and partnerships. Shared resources or joint ventures—involving either a romantic or business partner—might come under review as the December 30 new moon encourages you to redefine financial goals. You might have to put all your numbers in order, and luckily, Mercury, known for its practicality, enters your financial sector on January 8 to lend a helping hand.
This theme deepens as retrograde Mars moves into your intimacy sector on January 6, prompting you to evaluate the boundaries within close relationships. You will feel this the most if you are in a committed relationship. The cosmos nudges you to be patient, as the potent retrograde of Mars invites slow and deliberate progress rather than rushed decisions. Between January 12 and 16, when tensions peak, remember to prioritize clear communication and mutual understanding. By January 11, the lunar nodes shift, bringing a new chapter of destiny into focus. Over the next eighteen months, themes of personal empowerment and healing will guide you. Trust in the process, and know that aligning your values with your closest relationships will create the foundation for a truly abundant future.
Sagittarius End-of-Year Mantras:
- “Boundaries strengthen my relationships and empower my journey.”
- “I dive into my dreams with clarity, trust, and purposeful action.”
Your January Crystal:
Use Amethyst to support clarity and peace during financial and relationship reviews. This calming crystal helps you maintain focus while navigating sensitive conversations and decisions.
Capricorn
Your solar return season promises pivotal moments, Capricorn, as cosmic alignments bring opportunities for growth and reflection. Between December 21 and January 11, as the sun enters your sign while activating the lunar nodes of destiny, fated events could shape your path, especially concerning your career and personal life. If you’ve experienced a lot of movement in your career or workplace since the Summer of 2023, this influence stops on January 11, which might sound like music to your ears. However, do keep in mind that the December 24 Jupiter-Saturn square still highlights the importance of integrating past lessons into your plans. After all, the December 30 new moon occurs in your sign, offering the opportunity to see yourself in a new light.
Mars enters your relationship sector on January 6—and until February 23, it asks you to address underlying tensions in your relationships. Whether it’s a personal or professional relationship the one that needs to be redefined, this is a time to navigate connections with honesty and care. By the January 13 full moon, revelations about your emotional needs will surface, offering clarity on what to prioritize moving forward. Trust the changes unfolding—they’re aligning you with a more empowered and authentic version of yourself and more fulfilling relationships down the line.
Capricorn End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I am the architect of my future, building with wisdom and intention.”
- “Preparation meets fate; I embrace the changes leading me to success.”
Your January Crystal:
Labradorite sparks creativity and transformation, perfect for your solar return. Use it to embrace new opportunities and deepen your intuition while navigating pivotal changes in relationships and goals.
Aquarius
Capricorn season invites introspection, Aquarius, urging you to pause and reflect on your inner world. While this is a yearly influence, you will feel the need to retreat more than normal to figure out how to respond to some of the changes that are occurring in your life. Between December 21 and January 5, Mars retrograde in your relationship sector might bring the need to redefine the boundaries within an important relationship. Regardless of its nature (could be romantic or business-focused), give yourself time to explore all your options and possibilities, as this is a slow-burning, intense influence. Trust your intuition, especially at the December 30 new moon, which will send you messages through your dreams.
January 2 brings a pivotal moment as Mars clashes with Pluto, highlighting where you need to release control or old patterns. Starting January 6, as Mars enters Cancer, you’ll begin reshaping your daily routines to align with a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. By the January 13 full moon, expect a surge of awareness about how your dreams and goals are evolving. Embrace this season as a chance to realign with your personal power as well as your higher purpose, knowing that each step inward prepares you for the outward expansion to come in the Spring of 2025.
Aquarius End-of-Year Mantras:
- “My inner wisdom lights the way; I embrace the power of self-discovery.”
- “Change is my ally, clearing paths to authentic connections and dreams.”
Your January Crystal:
Aquamarine enhances introspection and spiritual growth during this reflective season. Its calming energy allows you to trust your intuition and navigate transformative insights with clarity.
Pisces
Capricorn season brings a focus on community and collaboration, Pisces, as you reconnect with your vision for the future. Retrograde Mars, active in your day-to-day work sector until January 5, might initially create delays or reevaluations of some of your projects. However, these delays and setbacks are opportunities to refine your goals or perfect your craft, so take them for what they are.
On a lighter note, you have two stellar transits to look forward to—one short-term and one long-term. Venus in your sign from January 2 to February 3 ensures support and inspiration, amplifying your ability to attract the people and opportunities needed to achieve your dreams. The January 13 full moon sheds light on what you’ve outgrown (especially concerning your creativity), encouraging you to let go of past limitations and embrace a new chapter. Most significantly, the lunar north node enters your sign on January 11, beginning an eighteen-month journey of self-discovery and destined support from the universe! This rare transit encourages you to trust your intuition and creativity as you align with your true purpose. When you trust in your ability to truly manifest a vision, the sky’s the limit, Pisces!
Pisces End-of-Year Mantras:
- “I dare to dream boldly and trust the universe to support my visions.”
- “My intuition is my guide; I step into my destiny with grace and courage.”
Your January Crystal:
Invite success and connection with Green Aventurine as the north node enters your sign. This lucky stone encourages personal growth and aligns you with your heart’s deepest desires.
