The week opens with a noticeable shift in tone. We are moving out of a heavy Capricorn build phase and into something lighter and more experimental as Aquarius season (and a resulting Aquarius stellium) approaches.Â
Capricorn energy helped you get serious about goals, routines, and responsibility at the start of the year. Now, Aquarian energy begins to loosen the grip, inviting fresh ideas, new connections, and a willingness to try something different.Â
This is the kind of week that rewards curiosity without asking you to abandon the structure you have already built. Let’s get into how you can navigate this week’s astrological energy!
As the week begins, communication feels more focused and productive. With the Moon in Scorpio working smoothly with Mercury in Capricorn, it becomes easier to say what you mean and actually be heard. This is a strong moment to handle a conversation you have been putting off or to clarify expectations around work or plans.Â
Try this reflection today: What truth needs to be spoken clearly so I can move forward without tension?
Soon after, the Moon shifts into Sagittarius, and the mood lifts. You may feel restless or eager for something new, even if you cannot act on it just yet. This energy is great for brainstorming, planning future travel, or exploring ideas that stretch your perspective. At the same time, a softer influence encourages quiet reflection. Spending a little time alone can help you connect the dots between what you want and what feels meaningful.
Midweek brings big thinking. Mercury opposing Jupiter can fill your mind with bold ideas and long term visions. While this may not be the moment to commit to everything you imagine, it is a great time to let your thinking expand. Write things down, talk ideas through, and notice which ones keep coming back. Those are going to be worth revisiting later!
As the week continues, ambition meets flexibility. Supportive Venus aspects help you stay committed to your goals while also encouraging you to try a new approach. This is a great window for networking, making a professional connection, or adjusting a plan so it fits your life better. Progress does not have to look rigid to be real.
By the time the Moon enters Capricorn on Friday, your focus sharpens again. You may feel ready to take small but meaningful steps forward. At the same time, low energy moments may ask you to slow down and rest. Listening to your body will help you avoid burnout and keep momentum steady.
Over the weekend, the tone shifts in a big way. Venus moves into Aquarius, opening the door to new social energy. Friendships, group plans, and unexpected connections take center stage. This is a reminder that success does not happen in isolation. Who you spend time with matters more than you might think.
Sunday stands out as one of the most powerful days of the week. The Capricorn New Moon offers a chance to set serious intentions and recommit to long term goals. With Mercury and Mars joining forces, motivation is strong and action feels possible.Â
Try this reflection today: What goal deserves my full effort over the next few months, and what is one step I can take now?
The week closes with a clear shift as the Sun enters Aquarius. The focus turns toward the future, innovation, and personal freedom. Creative thinking gets a boost, and relationships or projects may deepen in surprising ways. This is where the structure you built meets the inspiration to evolve it.
Overall, this week bridges discipline and imagination. You are not starting from scratch, but you are being invited to think differently about what comes next. The foundation is solid. Now it is time to experiment with how you build on it!
Planetary Locations This Week
- The Sun: Capricorn (December 21, 2025 – January 19, 2026), Aquarius (January 19 – February 18, 2026)
- Mercury: Capricorn (January 1, 2026 – January 20, 2026), Aquarius (January 20 – February 5, 2026)
- Venus: Capricorn (December 24, 2025 – January 17, 2026), Aquarius (January 17 – February 9, 2026)
- Mars: Capricorn (December 15, 2025 – January 23, 2026)
- Jupiter: Cancer (June 9, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
- Saturn: Pisces (September 1, 2025 – February 13, 2026)
- Uranus: Taurus (November 7, 2025 – April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Pisces (October 22, 2025 – January 26, 2026), Aries (January 26, 2025 – March 2039)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily Astrology Snapshots
Monday, January 12th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Scorpio sextile Mercury in Capricorn – Communicate clearly and get what’s on your mind out of it. You can find the right way to express yourself and feel heard and understood.
Tuesday, January 13th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Moon Enters Sagittarius – Connect with your inner adventurer over the next few days. Think about ways you can pursue new experiences that thrill you and that you can learn from.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Scorpio trine Neptune in Pisces – You may prefer to get a little bit of time alone to reflect and be introspective. This can lead to new insights.
Wednesday, January 14th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Capricorn opposite Jupiter in Cancer – Ideas can fly around, and they can fly high. You can think bigger and brighter than ever, which opens up your mind to new possibilities, though you may not take action at the moment.
Thursday, January 15th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological Aspects
Venus in Capricorn sextile Saturn in Pisces – Enjoy focusing on your goals and being ambitious. You can dedicate yourself to something you’re trying to achieve, and can be disciplined about it, or even make an important connection.
Venus in Capricorn trine Uranus in Taurus – Whatever you’re pursuing, you can also take a different approach with it, and doing things differently can give you some progress. Be open to the unconventional.
Friday, January 16th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Moon Enters Capricorn – Your goals and direction can become clearer over the next few days, and you can work to make slight progress. You might hit a new height, and this inspires you to keep going.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces – Take time to get extra rest if you’re feeling rundown. This is a good time to detach, unwind, and replenish.
Saturday, January 17th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Capricorn
Astrological Aspect
Venus Enters Aquarius – Venus, the planet of love, enters Aquarius, who governs friendships and social circles, so over the next few weeks, you can enjoy expanding your social circle, meeting new and unusual people, and spending more time with friends or in groups. You can keep an open mind with others, and embrace individuality.
Sunday, January 18th
Sun
Capricorn
Moon
Capricorn New Moon – With the Capricorn New Moon, this can be a time to reach new heights, set new goals, and get recognition for what you’ve done the right way and for the right reasons. Be disciplined, take action, and work on long-term plans.
Moon Enters Aquarius – The future can be on your mind over the next few days, and you may want to feel you’re on the right track to achieving a dream someday. Consider alternative pathways and working either independently or with a group.
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Mars in Capricorn – Ideas and plans can get a surge of attention, and you can take action to make one of them a reality. Be smart with your enthusiasm, and you can get off to a quick start.
Monday, January 19th
Sun
Sun Enters Aquarius – With the Sun entering Aquarius, this kicks off Aquarius Season, and Aquarius Season is a month where you’re more hopeful about the future, full of dreams, and open to change. You can connect with friends, join new groups, and challenge yourself in new ways.
Moon
Aquarius
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Capricorn trine Uranus in Taurus – Think outside the box, and consider other ideas that are unconventional (at least for you) but might be exactly what is needed to make progress or get unstuck.
Venus in Aquarius conjunct Pluto in Aquarius – Whatever you’re focused on, you can be extra passionate about, and this intensity can be of benefit to you. You can make progress with goals and strengthen a relationship.