- The Moon is in Leo until 2:12 PM, after which the Moon is in Virgo.
- The Moon is void from 5:58 AM to 2:12 PM.
- The Moon is waning and in its Full Moon phase.
- The Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse occurred yesterday at 8:26 AM in the sign of Leo.
- Mercury spends its first full day in Aquarius (Mercury transits Aquarius January 31 to February 17).
Daily Astro Highlights for each Sign:
Aries
The Moon is in Leo and then Virgo today. A continued theme of personal enjoyment and focus on fun and self-expression is with you until mid-afternoon, dear Aries, after which you’d prefer to roll up your sleeves and get down to business. Problems do tend to stick out more than usual, but you’re also willing to do something about them rather than dwell on the flaws.
Taurus
The Moon is in Leo and then Virgo today. You remain somewhat closed in and self-absorbed — or simply self-protective — until mid-afternoon, dear Taurus, after which you feel freer, more confident, and outgoing. This is due to the Moon’s move out of an introspective sector of your chart and into a more playful and expressive house. Avoid making big promises until you’ve thought things through later today.
Gemini
The Moon is in Leo and then Virgo today. The Moon continues to transit your communications sector until mid-afternoon, dear Gemini, so that you’re quick to respond or connect on a mental level and you have a special curiosity about others. By early afternoon, however, your emotional focus shifts and there is a desire for more security and safety, making familiar activities suddenly quite appealing. You’re far more inclined to take things easy. This is undoubtedly a day of contrasts, but you’re compartmentalizing well.
Cancer
The Moon is in Leo and then Virgo today. The first part of the day finds you in the mood for some predictability, dear Cancer, but as the day advances, you tend to keep yourself busy and connected. The morning’s inclination to keep to yourself and manage your needs changes as the Moon moves into your communications sector, and you’re more interested in reaching out to others. Later today finds you more conversational. The Moon’s clash with Mars from your communications sector can point to an equal interest in personal pursuits and duties, but it’s important not to overdo. Life can be a little too chaotic if you take on too much now.
Leo
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. The Moon continues to transit your sign until mid-afternoon, and you’re quicker than usual to act on your emotions, dear Leo. This is a time when you’re seeing life a little more colorfully and meeting the world more directly than usual. You are “larger” in others’ eyes, as well. You have more personal impact and presence than usual. Later today, however, you’re ready to settle in and relax. In fact, you need a bit of a break from the drama and crave more predictability. Emotions tend to settle down, although your own needs and wants remain strong in your mind.
Virgo
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. You’re inclined to take things easy or keep to yourself with the Moon in your privacy sector until mid-afternoon, dear Virgo, after which the Moon is in your sign, and you’re ready to start fresh. Listen to your intuition and body signals to rest today, and if it’s possible and appropriate, avoid situations that are too demanding or competitive. You’ll naturally come out of your shell as the day advances.
Libra
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. Until mid-afternoon, you’re in a rather sociable mood, dear Libra, after which you’re ready to pull back just enough to gain much-needed rest, relaxation, or time for reflection. This is a natural progression of the lunar cycle as you prepare for a new cycle when the Moon enters your sign, to begin in a few days.
Scorpio
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. Until mid-afternoon, you continue to be mainly focused on your goals and responsibilities, dear Scorpio, after which you’re more inclined to seek out pressure-free scenarios as you need a break from more ponderous thinking and planning. Pressures tend to ease today with the Moon’s movement out of your profession and reputation zone. The need or desire for friends and light entertainment grows as the day advances.
Sagittarius
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. You’re focused on the future and have your sights set high today, dear Sagittarius. Until mid-afternoon, you’re less focused on specifics and more interested in the big picture. It’s an optimistic time for you. Later today, you’ll crave more details and structures, and your thinking becomes very goal-oriented. You’re in great shape for making plans. Today’s energies tend to be easygoing until the afternoon when things don’t necessarily get difficult, but there is more accountability for your actions.
Capricorn
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. Today, your emotional frame of mind is deep, profound, and a tad serious until mid-afternoon, dear Capricorn, after which you see more value in letting things go and moving forward. There can be sudden or unusual progress with your goals now. New methods that can improve finances or home life can be discovered. Even disruptive events that might occur today can ultimately turn out to be blessings in disguise, pushing you in new directions that benefit you greatly.
Aquarius
The Moon is in Leo and Virgo today. This can be a relationship-focused day once again, dear Aquarius. Emotions are big related to a significant other. As the day advances, you’re more interested in getting to the heart of a matter than creating surface harmony as the Moon moves from your partnership sector to your intimacy sector. Emotions run deep, and you seek out involving projects now.
Pisces
The Moon is in Leo and then Virgo today. The Moon continues its transit of your work and health sector until mid-afternoon, dear Pisces, and you’re focused on fixing problems, after which you’re inclined to want to relax and enjoy some special company. All day, you’re focused on bringing more order to your world, first in your surroundings, and later in your relationships and social life. Even though you are working faster than you usually do, and taking in more information, you seem to be able to hone in on the most important or relevant points.
* 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.
Above are astrological event highlights for the day. Full Horoscopes are on Cafe Astrology. If Your Birthday is February 1st, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope 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.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 2:12 pm
Event: Moon enters Virgo
Description: The Moon in Virgo
We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 5:58 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 5:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Uranus
We are open to new ideas. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our minds or our awareness.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 7:19 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 2:12 pm
Event: Tr-Na Mon Cnj Vir
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Virgo
We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 5:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mercury
It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 8:48 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 8:58 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Pallas
There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 10:12 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Plu
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: Feb 1 2018 10:21 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 8:39 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Pll Jup
Description: Transiting Sun Parallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 3:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Pluto
Date & Time: Feb 1 2018 10:51 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sat SSq Jun
Description: Transiting Saturn SemiSquare Transiting Juno
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH WEAK
There can be a lack of desire, interest, or skills regarding practical affairs. We may not be very much in touch with reality. Difficulties concentrating, grounding ourselves.
AIR STRONG
We tend to favor rational, objective thought over emotions, impulses, and feelings at this time. We are more intellectual, fair-minded, and logical in our approach, Ideas flow easily and quickly, we are more communicative and guided by principles, and also somewhat dispassionate or impersonal.
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.
BALANCE OF MODES
FIXED STRONG
We are thinking about the long view, seeking out security and stability rather than change. We may be committed, focused, resistant to making changes, and stubborn.
LUNAR PHASE: FULL MOON
Moon 180 to 135 degrees behind the Sun.
We are concerned mainly with the nature of relationships and are made aware of recent imbalances. Something can come to fruition. Our concern is not limited to personal relationships, but relationships of all kinds. Our cards are on the table.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on February 1st:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. 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
THE MOON IN LEO
You have an emotional need for praise and attention. Under stress you may show off in order to gain attention, or become arrogant. You may be proud of your mother, or she may be very proud of you.
29TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Atrioventricular septum
Sabian Symbol: A mermaid emerges from the ocean.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MARS Orb 5°08′ Applying
We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.
TRINE SATURN Orb 6°15′ Applying
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°41′ Separating
We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN AQUARIUS
You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.
13TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibial artery
Sabian Symbol: A barometer.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 5°36′ Separating
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°09′ Applying
In past lives you have not expressed yourself to your greatest potential. In this life you are being challenged to use these talents. You have been given a second chance.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN AQUARIUS
You are brimming with original and unique ideas. You enjoy exchanging ideas with other people, particularly friends and groups of people. You are an inventive thinker, and may rebel against old and traditional ideas.
2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE MARS Orb 1°57′ Applying
You are a quick learner and can be perceptive.
VENUS
VENUS IN AQUARIUS
You enjoy unconventional and odd relationships, which give you the freedom to express your individuality. You enjoy talking more than touching. You enjoy being in a group of friends.
19TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A forest fire quenched.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 2°56′ Applying
We are easily distracted, craving pleasure or leisure. We may be overdoing things, overselling ourselves, overbuying, or overstating our affections. There can be a lack of self-discipline now. However, we can also push ourselves to reach a little further than we usually do, particularly on a social level.
OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE Orb 3°27′ Separating
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 3°27′ Separating
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth. There could be some superficiality in our interactions now.
MARS
MARS IN SAGITTARIUS
You are an inspirational leader, and have a strong desire for exploration and adventure. You may be one-pointed in your desires.
4TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Femur
Sabian Symbol: A little child learning to walk.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
22ND DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ethmoid bone
Sabian Symbol: Hunters starting out for ducks.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 1°28′ Separating
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 4°28′ Applying
You have the gift of wisdom. You trust your own intuitive nature, and are able to teach others on the spiritual path. You are able to encompass other people’s personal philosophies without feeling threatened, so that others trust you with their spiritual problems.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
You are conservative and authoritarian, and have strong worldly ambitions. You are a responsible worker.
5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°07′ Applying
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
26TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar nerves
Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.
VESTA IN SAGITTARIUS
You have the ability to work relentlessly for a cause in which you believe. You need to make sure you do not exclude other people’s points of view. You have visions and enjoy the adventure of discovery in your work.
9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN TAURUS
You have the ability to see the beauty in nature and the arts. You have much common sense and wisdom. You may become involved in either healing with your hands, or healing the earth through environmental movements.
4TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Uvula
Sabian Symbol: The rainbow’s pot of gold.
JUNO
JUNO IN AQUARIUS
You want the freedom to be your own person in your relationship. If this is not available you become rebellious and unreliable. You are unlikely to be comfortable in a traditional relationship.
20TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A big white dove, a message bearer.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
12TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Vertebral column
Sabian Symbol: An evening lawn party.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LEO
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
15TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right atrium
Sabian Symbol: A street pageant.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN AQUARIUS
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
15TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of right lower leg
Sabian Symbol: Two lovebirds sitting on a fence.
**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on February 1, 2018**
Aspects to Mer 01°Aq49 -21°27′
Cnj 02°Aq01 ALTAIR To explore, to be bold.
Aspects to Ven 18°Aq23 -16°36′
Cnj 17°Aq37 SUALOCIN Tantalising but naive.
Aspects to Nod 14°Le56 +16°21′
Cnj 15°Le27 DUBHE Loving but forceful
Aspects to BMo 09°Cp24 -20°05′
Cnj 08°Cp32 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
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