Astrology of Today - Friday April 17, 2026

Explore the astrology of the day with zodiac sign horoscopes, daily transits, Moon phases, and planetary signs and aspects.

Today’s Moon:

The Moon is in Aries until 11:57 AM, when it enters Taurus.
A void Moon period occurs today from 7:51 AM to 11:57 AM.
The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase until 7:51 AM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
A New Moon occurs in the sign of Aries this morning at 7:51 AM.

Retrogrades:

There are no major retrogrades.

**Times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

The New Moon today is a kickstarter, dear Aries, as it occurs in your sign. If you’ve been putting something off, you’re quick to recognize the need to get going! This New Moon brings a whole new orientation, a blast of personal energy, and a sense that you’re revving up. Again today, your natural talents, the areas where you shine, and your savvy are readily discoverable and perhaps on display. It’s a potentially strong time for a renewed sense of purpose, and it’s also time to present yourself in ways that serve you best. You have all the power to make meaningful changes, and you can fill up with new ideas and hope in the coming days. As exciting as this fresh energy feels, don’t burn yourself out by pushing too hard or expecting instant results. Make plans that take the future into account. Otherwise, you might find yourself running out of steam. It’s time to recreate your personality as you’d truly like it to be, and you have all of the power to do so. Use this time to envision what you’d like to do or be in the year ahead.

Taurus

Today’s New Moon occurs in your solar twelfth house, dear Taurus, marking a period ahead of review, letting go, seeking closure, and recharging your batteries. This New Moon reminds you to take care of unfinished business before moving forward. Whether it’s a path or an attitude that needs to be put behind you, it’s clear you need to make an important change. Something hidden or a secret could emerge, and while this can be disconcerting at first, it’s also freeing. New energy is with you for dealing with matters of the past. In the weeks ahead, you may need to put some things to rest, and this New Moon highlights this need. You might consider how to bring more quiet time for reflection or increased privacy into your life. You need it! The cycle before you brings the need to review and reflect upon events since your last birthday and to decide what attitudes or situations may need to be left behind so that you can improve, grow, and thrive.

Gemini

Today’s New Moon brings the chance to start fresh socially or with a particular friend, dear Gemini. Instead, it might serve to renew your interest in pursuing a specific happiness goal. With this lunation occurring in your sector of friends, teamwork, group associations, and ideals, these areas may undergo changes in the days ahead. Emotional honesty, sharing your feelings with friends, and willingness to recognize others as integral to your success and fulfillment — all of these things help improve existing friendships and possibly bring you new allies. Someone special or memories of people from your past can spur you on or motivate you to pursue a dream. Soon enough, you’ll feel more confident about taking a new or improved path. The change is likely to be empowering, even if your first instinct is to resist it. A friend or even a friend of a friend can open a window of opportunity for you, so aim to pay close attention and stay connected. Getting in touch with your innermost hopes and wishes is in the picture during this phase of your life. Your sense of place in your community or belonging can drive much of what you do in the period ahead.

Cancer

Today’s New Moon brings a renewal of professional steam and the determination to overcome stumbling blocks, dear Cancer. This New Moon occurs in your solar tenth house, and in the next few days, Mercury, Mars, and Saturn converge there, making it a powerful time to pour yourself into a project that gets you somewhere. You’re in a position of power to tear down obstacles in your path and solve problems. Aim to be forthright yet sensitive to your audience, especially in public or professional arenas. It might be necessary to make some personal sacrifices to overcome a hurdle; the key is to be patient. Eliminating waste in your professional life can be especially helpful now, and you may need to assess the viability of a project/goal to know your next step. You’re likely to reach higher in the coming weeks. This lunation brings extra power and fresh energy to your professional goals, career, life-path goals, or reputation. Acknowledging fears honestly can send you in a new direction. New beginnings can emerge after ridding yourself of outdated attitudes and possibly even projects that have been holding you back from moving forward. Old plans or projects may fall out of focus as you make room for new ones. Avoid impulsive moves, but pay attention to sudden urges and hunches.

Leo

Today’s New Moon prompts a time for a change of routine, dear Leo, whether through exploring new interests or finding more time to explore the world beyond your ordinary activities. This lunation may act as a charge, sending you in a new direction. In the week ahead, you may be initiating new projects or activities that expand your mind, feed your spirit for adventure, and stretch your imagination. It’s a wonderful time to think about the big picture and discover new avenues for self-expression. New worlds are opening up to you as you expand your mind, and you may be embracing different ideas. It can be a time when you are considering making big changes, such as a new course/line of study, or direction. You are more inclined to follow your heart and your passions, but influences now call on you to exercise some self-discipline. It’s best to deal with problem areas head-on. Do your best to focus on a game plan or strategy rather than dwell on the frustration of current obstacles. You’re putting your life into better order now, which will ultimately be a relief. Aim to draw upon patience before a plan unfolds, but enjoy a pleasant change of pace and the budding confidence or inspiration in the air now.

Virgo

In focus in the days ahead can be a financial plan, dealing with debt, or pouring special energy into a passion project, dear Virgo, due to the energies of today’s New Moon. Taking charge of the areas of life where you feel unhealthily dependent on others comes naturally at this time. The emphasis is on emotions, close ties, dreams, and your inner world, and you’ll be making nice improvements. This New Moon can prompt a desire or need to turn over a new leaf. Sudden awareness of your needs may inspire you to start fresh–you want to turn things around! A dependency or financial matter can figure strongly–you might want to feel less dependent on others, or you might feel motivated to address trust issues that have hijacked your life in some way. You might take an intimate relationship to a new level or discover something powerful about yourself. You’re likely to have a clearer view of what you want from yourself and others, and this insight can bring about substantial changes to your life. A reality check on a financial or intimate level can be part of this. Aim to sort things out, debug plans, and review recent life issues with maturity and realism. A partner’s money or support can be a source of stress, but it’s a good time to work on plans to improve. There’s a general feeling of starting fresh in the air today, along with increased responsibilities. Try not to push so hard that you run out of steam—pace yourself.

Libra

Today’s New Moon brings you the chance to improve or attract close partnerships in the period ahead, dear Libra. Restructuring and renovating are in order! Honoring others in your life or exploring relationship goals seems a vital route to fulfillment and success these days. This New Moon is about your relationship with others on a one-to-one level and how you go about balancing your needs with those of another. It may also be a time for gaining a new perspective on your life through the eyes of someone else. Negotiations and one-to-one relationships are in focus, and a new start can be in store. This can be a time to redefine or put new effort into your relationships. Consider your contribution to a connection, and aim to put as much effort as you can into doing your part to your own satisfaction. You receive a boost of courage and confidence through your activities with others or via a connection with a friend or partner. At the same time, responsibilities to others can feel weighty, and the reality of a relationship or person in your life can be in focus. Be patient, mature, and responsible now for the best results and long-term rewards. There could be new directions in a relationship or increased awareness of what you need and want. This week, a symbolic fresh start or wiping of the slate clean occurs, and dysfunctional relating patterns can be put behind you now. You see what you value in a new light. What you feel and see now are important, but do avoid impulsive moves. Relationship needs are awakened and can feel urgent, but try to wait things out before making significant changes.

Scorpio

Today’s New Moon helps clear the path for new beginnings related to self-care, work, and wellness, dear Scorpio. The days ahead are strong for embarking on new or improved projects in these areas. It can be about putting the past limitations behind you to make way for the new. Health and wellness programs or resolutions for better organizing your daily life launched in the coming days have a strong chance of surviving. This New Moon gives your resolutions or projects an energizing push. You begin to feel ready to turn over a new leaf. Keep in mind that while there is an excellent opportunity to start fresh, your goals must be gently challenging and reasonable enough that you don’t psyche yourself out before you even begin. Pace yourself, but also believe in yourself! Watch for impulsive or impatient moves now, but listen to hunches and instincts.

Sagittarius

Today’s New Moon occurs in your sector of joy, dear Sagittarius, and you can be determined to start fresh. Now and in the coming days, you could find new ways of expressing yourself in uniquely creative ways or through rewarding pastimes or a romantic relationship. If obstacles interfere with your time for relaxation, it’s a great time to address them. Your need for expression through play, amusement, and hobbies is powerful. You want to make an impact with what you create or with who you are, and you may be investing more of yourself in your romantic life, your children, your hobbies, and your creative work. Of course, with a stronger investment, there are stronger emotions. Certainly, there could be a reality, slowdown, or block encountered in a relationship or creative project, but consider that it might support you more adequately in the future. Self-honesty is important now. While you can feel raring to go in some ways, it’s also vital to pace yourself.

Capricorn

Today’s New Moon brings dynamic energy to your domestic world or personal life, dear Capricorn. If you want to make changes in your home, your domestic routines, your family relationships, or even your relationship with your inner self, the days ahead can be pivotal. It’s a time for giving extra attention to your domestic world. Aim to face uncomfortable matters with self-honesty so you can leave a negative attitude or situation behind you. You have much wisdom to gain now, particularly about your heart’s desires and deeper needs and feelings. It’s a time to overcome emotional hurdles. Family, home, or inner life can be animated, vivid, and exciting. At the same time, you may need to manage blocks or restrictions, or recognize the need to bring more structure to your domestic world. The focus now should be on strengthening and rebuilding; you can feel good about doing your part and meeting your responsibilities. You become more aware of your need for a support system now, which motivates you to improve, change, and enhance your domestic world.

Aquarius

Today’s New Moon can motivate you to take on new studies or a special-interest project, dear Aquarius, or it can bring on a more connected, busier daily life. There can certainly be a lot coming in, many things to do, and a generally quick pace in the days ahead. This New Moon occurs in your communications and learning sector, launching a cycle that adds emphasis to your life on communication skills, learning, and daily interactions and contacts. You’re better able to establish a mental rapport with others. You’re making a difference with what you say or how you connect with others, and you can be in line for a fresh start related to your special interests, studies, connecting, learning, or commuting. You have more power to actualize your dreams, but you must take responsibility, follow the rules, and put in the work. Challenges getting your ideas across can lead to better communication or transportation channels later. Aim to liberate yourself from unrealistic dreams if they weigh you down.

Pisces

Today’s New Moon can usher in a fresh start involving money, finances, business, or career, dear Pisces. New energy is with you for creating success, and ambition increases, but it’s best not to jump into the first project you see. Instead, aim to embrace your newfound faith and take concrete steps to stay grounded. It’s a powerful time for self-honesty, especially surrounding money, income, and talents. This lunation can serve as a prompt toward improved management of your practical affairs. It’s time to take charge of your finances and make meaningful, long-lasting changes to your earnings and your spending habits. You’re motivated to make your life secure and comfortable. Soon, you can feel a strong desire to take action on a money-making idea, open a savings account, or create a budget — anything that helps you build up, manage, or take charge of your resources. Aim to expect more, within reason, from yourself now, and remind yourself that facing financial realities is a crucial step towards your financial stability and success.

* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here .

Astrology of Today – The Details:

If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:

Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet, and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.

Today's Transits

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 11:57 am

Event: Moon enters Taurus

Description: The Moon in Taurus

This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 7:51 am

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 7:51 am

Event: New Moon at 27°Ar28′

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 0:27 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nod

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting North Node

There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 6:33 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Chiron

There can be events or memories that trigger feelings of rejection or loss. There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved, but also quite vulnerable. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily lives now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 7:51 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Sun

It’s a New Moon and we have a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew. This is an impulsive time.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 11:57 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Taurus

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 5:33 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ves

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Vesta

We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 7:57 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jun

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Juno

There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 8:45 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto

Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 10:45 am

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Pll Chi

Description: Transiting Sun Parallel Transiting Chiron

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 9:11 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Sat

Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Saturn

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 11:13 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Ven SSq Sat

Description: Transiting Venus SemiSquare Transiting Saturn

Interactions may not be flowing freely. There can be some concern about feelings, loyalties, money, and relationships. We are not as demonstrative and perhaps less appreciative. Small obstacles or hurdles require patience.

Date & Time: Apr 17 2026 3:59 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mar Pll Pal

Description: Transiting Mars Parallel Transiting Pallas

Signs, Elements, Modes, & Lunar Phase

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

ARIES STRONG

Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.

TAURUS STRONG

Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.

Today’s Elemental Balance

FIRE STRONG

The Fire signs are Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. The element of Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.

AIR WEAK

We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

WATER WEAK

There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.

Today’s Modal Balance

CARDINAL STRONG

The Cardinal signs are Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn. We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and we can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.

MUTABLE WEAK

We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.

Today’s Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON

Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.

This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.

Planetary Positions and their Applying & Separating Aspects

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 17th:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. Conversely, when an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. As such, depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

THE MOON

THE MOON IN TAURUS

1ST DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Throat, gullet

Sabian Symbol: A clear mountain stream.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

CONJUNCTION THE SUN Orb 2°22′ Separating

A New Moon. Intensity of focus, a new beginning, fresh energy, initiative, impulse.

SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°24′ Applying

Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.

CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 3°19′ Separating

This is a time when we may be taking care of others, sympathetic to their needs, and aware of our own vulnerabilities as well. There can be events or memories that trigger feelings of rejection or loss. There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved, but also quite vulnerable.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN ARIES

You are an assertive and freedom-loving individual. You have a strong need for independence, and may tend to display self-concern assertively.

28TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Fornix/parietal and occipital bones

Sabian Symbol: A large disappointed audience.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 0°57′ Separating

You are wounded, either physically or emotionally. You are scared to express yourself because you are so sensitive to pain. At some stage in your early life you have suffered and this contributes to your adult fear of pain. You have a compassionate nature as you have the ability to understand other people’s hurts.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN ARIES

We communicate enthusiastically and straightforwardly under the influence of Mercury in Aries. Decisons are quick and perhaps rushed. Commentary is frank and possibly insensitive. We’re not inclined to overthink or dwell.

4TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Pineal Gland

Sabian Symbol: Two lovers strolling through a secluded walk.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 2°26′ Applying

Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is strong, particularly for ideas and topics. Impulsive speech or other communications, and possibly lacking in sensitivity. Resourcefulness.

CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 3°56′ Applying

You have a logical mind. As a child you were shy and unable to express your opinions. As an adult you will become a voice of authority.

CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE Orb 0°50′ Separating

You have an imaginative mind, although at times you speak in a vague fashion. You are sensitive to the thoughts and ideas of other people. You are creative.

SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 1°46′ Applying

You are able to research topics and form your own opinion. You may be impatient with superficial understandings.

VENUS

VENUS IN TAURUS

We seek predictability, reliability, sensuality, and constancy in love as well as with our pleasures and entertainments. We value the long term and make personal choices (and purchases) accordingly.

23RD DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Teeth

Sabian Symbol: A jewellery shop filled with the most magnificent jewels.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 7°28′ Applying

You are determined to be recognized as an individual within your personal relationships. You will not allow anyone to curb your sense of freedom. You tend to get bored and restless in traditional relationships. You want fun, spontaneity and intellectual stimulation from your partners.

MARS

MARS IN ARIES

You have a strong drive to initiate activities. You are spontaneous and like to take risks, You may also be rash and accident prone. You can be aggressive if thwarted.

7TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: The ears

Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.

ASPECTS OF MARS

CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 1°29′ Applying

You sometimes feel that it is hard to express your energy fully, that something always holds you back. There is a feeling of “bashing your head against a brick wall” and this is frustrating. You are ambitious, and have the ability to slowly but surely reach your goals. You also have the ability to organise yourself and others, and good self discipline.

CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE Orb 3°17′ Separating

Your enthusiasm can lack boundaries and you need to learn self discipline. You need to avoid addictive behaviour and would be better to avoid alcohol or drugs. You need to be able to escape into art, or water. Use your energy to create or to enjoy pursuits such as water sports.

SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 0°40′ Separating

You are able to use your energy constructively and feel a call to serve society.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN CANCER

You have a strong urge to look after your loved ones. You may also be idealistic. You may have a large family, or feel as though the world is your family.

18TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Duodenal opening of pancreatic duct

Sabian Symbol: A hen scratching for her chicks.

SATURN

SATURN IN ARIES

You are resourceful, and capable of applying new methods in a practical manner. Your lessons are in patience and self-reliance.

8TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cheekbone

Sabian Symbol: A woman’s hat with streamers blown by the east wind.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE Orb 4°46′ Separating

You have the ability to be both practical and creative. If you have musical or artistic talent you can give it form and make something long lasting. You are prepared to put in the practice needed to perfect your creative talents. You may be a performer.

SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 2°09′ Separating

You have the power to make changes in your own and other people’s lives. This gives you the opportunity to succeed in organisations.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026).

30TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Trapezius muscle

Sabian Symbol: A peacock parading on an ancient lawn.

ASPECTS OF URANUS

SEXTILE NEPTUNE Orb 3°15′ Applying

Your generation has a chance to bring about social change. You work outside the normal government channels to achieve these changes.

TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°52′ Applying

Your generation is full of ideals for a better society. You accept social change and work to bring it about. You will fight against injustice.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN ARIES

(1861/62 – 1874/75) It is important to note that Neptune takes about 164 years to make a complete cycle, spending about thirteen years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Neptune in the Sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This generation have the potential to be spiritual pioneers. They take risks in exploring the mystical realms. This generation may also boast many pioneers in the arts.

3RD DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cerebellum

Sabian Symbol: A cameo profile of a man in the outline of his country.

ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE

SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 2°36′ Applying

You belong to a generation which is able to bring about social change. You are part of the changes in government and the approach to human rights. Spirituality and the occult are given more credence or power. Alternatively, some of your generation will choose to drop out of the system.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN AQUARIUS

(1777 – 1799) It is important to note that Pluto takes about 248 years to make a complete cycle, spending 12 to 32 years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Pluto in its sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. This is the generation of worldwide co-operation. People in this generation have the ability to make scientific breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity, and may be forced to change the way science is viewed. (Pluto is in Aquarius from March 23rd to June 11th, 2023, from January 20th to September 1st, 2024; from November 19th, 2024, to March 8th, 2043, and from August 31st, 2043, to January 19th, 2044).

6TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Nerve of left fibula

Sabian Symbol: A performer of a mystery play.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, Moon's Nodes Positions

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. As a result, you may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

27TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Fornix/frontal bone

Sabian Symbol: Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.

VESTA IN PISCES

You work best when you are striving for service to humanity. You are committed to making the world a better place for everyone. You feel overwhelmed by work unless you focus on service to others.

19TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Extensor muscles of the left toes

Sabian Symbol: A master instructing his pupil.

PALLAS IN PISCES

You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.

28TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Phalanges of the left foot

Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.

JUNO IN CAPRICORN

You want a partner who you can respect, and who respects you. You seek long-term commitment, and may marry later in life.

5TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Nerve of right fibula

Sabian Symbol: A council of ancestors.

CERES IN TAURUS

You feel cared for when loved ones give you a sense of stability and security. You like to be touched and stroked, and nurtured in practical ways. You also like to show others you care through practical means.

14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: True vocal cords

Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.

THE BLACK MOON IN SAGITTARIUS

14TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Cutaneous vessles of the thighs

Sabian Symbol: The pyramids and the sphinx.

ERIS IN ARIES

26TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Skull

Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN PISCES

This is a quest for compassion and faith. Because you have a tendency to rigidly build structure, order and cleanliness in your own personal world and to become judgmental of others, it’s blocking your understanding of your oneness with the universe. As a result, you need to develop spiritual understanding and learn to rely on your intuition.

8TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left talus

Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN VIRGO

This is a quest for compassion and faith. You have a tendency to rigidly build structure, order and cleanliness in your own personal world and to become judgmental of others. As a result, this is blocking your understanding of your oneness with the universe. Certainly, you need to develop spiritual understanding and learn to rely on your intuition.

8TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Abdominal cavity

Sabian Symbol: A girl takes her first dancing instruction.

Fixed Stars

Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 17, 2026.

Aspects to Moon 00°Ta01 +15°15′

conjunct 00°Ta46 MIRACH In harmony, receptive

Aspects to Uranus 29°Ta33 +19°53′

conjunct 00°Ge21 ALCYONE Mystical but judgmental.

Aspects to South Node 07°Vi54 +08°36′

conjunct 07°Vi50 THUBAN To protect or make a treasure.

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Astrology of Today – Friday April 17, 2026

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here .

Astrology of Today – The Details:

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

Today’s Elemental Balance

Today’s Modal Balance

Today’s Lunar Phase

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 17th:

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 17, 2026.

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Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.

Astrology of Today – The Details:

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

Today’s Elemental Balance

Today’s Modal Balance

Today’s Lunar Phase

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 17th:

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 17, 2026.**

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* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here .

Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 17, 2026.