Welcome to a new month and a new year, everyone!
January is a month of fresh beginnings and new opportunities, and you’ll want to make the most of them. From a series of major Jupiter oppositions to the potent Capricorn New Moon on the 18th, this month features lots of chances to set yourself up for success.
We’ve also got Neptune entering Aries on the 26th where it will remain until 2039, ushering in a whole new era–Neptune hasn’t occupied Aries like this since the mid-1800s, so we’re entering unknown territory. Plus, with Uranus and Saturn also changing signs over the next couple of months, 2026 is setting up to be a year unlike any other.
Fortunately, we have pulled a Tarot card for each sign to help guide you through January with added wisdom and insight so that you can start this year on a positive and empowered note!
Let’s get into your Tarot forecast for January!
Read On for Your Sign’s January Tarot Forecast
Aries
Card: 4 of Swords
There is nothing wrong with easing yourself into 2026 on a gentle note, Aries. The 4 of Swords is telling you to rest up and recuperate, rather than to hit the ground running. It seems you have been pushing yourself quite strongly lately, and you would benefit from some time off from all that hectic energy.
Carve out time for yourself in January for self-care, making sure you are getting plenty of sleep and regaining any energy you’ve spent elsewhere. Don’t attempt to ignore this advice, as the more you push now, the more inclined you are to burnout.Â
Taurus
Card: King of Cups
You are poised to be your most competent and gracious self this month, Taurus.
The King of Cups often indicates that you will be dealing with a particular person who is mature and reliable, and knows how to support others without going overboard or becoming a crutch for anyone else. There is a strong chance that you yourself are either embodying this energy in January, or learning how to be your best self from someone who does carry these traits.
Remember, there is power in leading with an open heart, so don’t think you need to shut yourself off to retain authority.
Gemini
Card: Queen of Wands
Don’t be shy about sharing your ideas and creations with others this month, Gemini. The Queen of Wands is encouraging you to step out of your shell and express yourself authentically and without reserve.
The Queen of Wands often represents a charismatic and talented individual, someone who has something to offer the world. You may be bringing a creative endeavor or some important project to a conclusion, or perhaps you are dealing with someone who inspires you and embodies these qualities. This is also a wonderful sign that you can lead with confidence, so don’t be shy about stepping into positions of power.
Cancer
Card: The Devil
Be careful about who you let have control over you in January, Cancer. The Devil is a sign that someone has too much power over you, and you may even be willingly giving your power away, perhaps without realizing it. This could be a romantic relationship where the connection is uneven, or perhaps you are in an unhealthy professional situation where you are giving more than you are getting, and yet you keep giving and giving without much to show for it.
Remember, however, that this situation can only endure so long as you let it. Reclaim your power!
Leo
Card: Death
Something is coming to an end this month, Leo.
The Death card rarely heralds literal death, but in fact represents the end of some sort of cycle, or the conclusion to a plotline that has arrived at the end of the road in your life. It may be a relationship that has reached its expiration date, it may be a professional obligation that no longer suits your needs, or perhaps it is a negative habit you have acquired along the way.
Whatever it is, January is the time to release it. Give yourself the gift of letting go, and entering 2026 with a lighter load on your shoulders.
Read more about the Death card: 6 “Scary” Tarot Cards That Are Actually Positive
Virgo
Card: 9 of Swords Reversed
Stop going in circles, Virgo. When the 9 of Swords Reversed appears in your reading, it is a sign that you may be overthinking things, or worrying unnecessarily, and it is starting to have a negative impact upon you and your mental health. However, because this card is reversed, there is a big chance that whatever is worrying you is actually not that bad, or perhaps you are fearing a particular outcome, yet that outcome is very unrealistic and almost certainly won’t come to pass.
Stop stressing yourself out in January, and realize that things really aren’t so awful as you might think.
Libra
Card: 10 of Wands
You’ve been carrying your burdens for a long time, Libra, but if you can just continue a little bit longer, you will soon reach the finish line.
The 10 of Wands often appears when it feels like you have been working on a particular project for ages, or trying to untangle a particular problem, yet it is likely your own choice to do so–no one has placed this burden upon your shoulders; rather, it is one you’ve picked up yourself. Fortunately, you are getting closer to the end of your journey, but it isn’t here just yet. Don’t lose faith now! You’re almost there.
Scorpio
Card: Queen of Cups
January is a month for nurturing yourself and others, Scorpio.
The Queen of Cups represents someone who is compassionate and supportive and willing to lend a sympathetic ear to those who might need it. This queen is also incredibly intuitive, and you should therefore be willing to tap into your own intuition and see what your gut instincts are telling you, for they will not lead you wrong. You can also experience a lot of inner, emotional peace and harmony this month, and the more you share that peace with others, the happier you will feel as a result.
Sagittarius
Card: 10 of Pentacles
This is a month to celebrate and revel in your success, Sagittarius.
The 10 of Pentacles is a wonderful card to receive, as it indicates that you have reached your goals and are receiving a lot of lovely rewards as a result. However, this bounty and beauty are not meant to be enjoyed strictly by yourself, but are meant to be shared with the people in your life, so don’t keep all your joy and satisfaction to yourself. Instead, spread the joy and bounty around as much as possible, because you will find even more happiness when you are able to make others happy, too.
Capricorn
Card: Page of Swords
A new idea is blossoming this month, Capricorn, and you may be the person responsible!
The Page of Swords often appears when there are interesting conversations and new mentally stimulating projects on the horizon. You might be dealing with someone younger than you who has a lot of enthusiasm and ideas to share with the world, you might be the one coming up with exciting concepts all on your own.
Either way, this is a month to let your ideas flourish, because they could develop into something very special. Be sure to engage with any new energy arriving in your life because that is where you will find success in January.
Aquarius
Card: 5 of Swords Reversed
It is time to stop fighting, Aquarius, and pursue peace instead. The 5 of Swords often appears reversed when you have had enough of confrontation and angst, and want to heal any rifts or difficulties that have arisen recently. You may have had a big argument or disagreement with someone, but you do not want to continue to operate in a negative space anymore and are ready to come to a more peaceful and positive accord.
Don’t be shy about extending the olive branch, because you will be rewarded for behaving like the bigger person this month.
Pisces
Card: 8 of Cups
You are moving on from something this month, Pisces.
The 8 of Cups indicates that you are leaving something behind that has ceased to serve you. Cups represent our emotions in the Tarot, so you may be exiting a relationship or some sort of situation that may have once fulfilled you, but no longer. It may feel a bit stressful or lonesome to move on like this, but there is nothing left for you if you hang around, hoping for a change. Rip off the band-aid and start moving towards your future, because it will prove more fulfilling than you can imagine.
Give yourself the gift of a new beginning!
Begin 2026 on an Empowered Note!
The new year is here, and the Tarot can help make it your best year yet!
Whether you’re seeking clarity, closure, or the confidence to take a bold new step, your cards are ready to guide you. Let this be the year you move with intention, trust your intuition, and create the love, success, and magic you’ve been dreaming about.
The energy of 2026 is already shifting—are you ready to meet it head-on?
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