The month opens with a full Moon in Scorpio on May 1 to unleash powerful torrents of emotion. On May 2 our communications and thought processes slow down and orient themselves to analog experiences when Mercury enters Taurus. Enjoy this early part of the month as the ground beneath our feet might feel more solid. Rest while you have the chance because the pace picks up mid-month.
A super sweet new Moon in Taurus on May 16 urges us to savor the goodness of the material world and respect the laws of nature, patience, and sustainability. Be economical, but never cheap. Mercury moves into its home sign of Gemini on May 17, and suddenly our mentality becomes a lot quicker, more agile, and effervescent! Indulge your curiosity and show off your witty banter and problem-solving skills. On May 18 Mars de-escalates into Taurus and Venus feels her way into Cancer. Having the “cosmic lovers,” aka Mars and Venus, shift into feminine signs on the same day symbolizes a shift in desire. Security and serenity become more attractive and we’re more likely to put our efforts into taking care of our bodies, homes, and loved ones.
The sun enters the dexterous and tricky sign of Gemini on May 20 followed by its conjunction to Uranus, “the great awakener,” on the 22nd. Here’s where the month develops its edge. The Sun represents our purpose, and Uranus signals disruption. There are hairpin turns and curve balls ahead with regard to our life path—individually and collectively. This is followed by power struggles between sustenance and unchecked advancement, indicated by Mars’ square to Pluto in Aquarius on May 26. The month ends with a sobering Venus-Saturn square that imposes harsh rules and a full moon in Sagittarius that just wants to break them.
This article appears in May 2026.
