- The Moon is in Aries until 11:04 AM.
- The Moon is void from 12:23 AM to 11:04 AM.
- The Moon is in Taurus from 11:04 AM forward (until Tuesday, October 18th, at 10:29 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase until 12:23 AM, after which the Moon is waning and in its Full Moon phase.
- A Full Moon occurs today at 12:23 AM.
Horoscopes
Aries
This is an important week for career, ambitions, and goals, dear Aries, as there are changes and evolutions taking place that grab your attention. Today, as much as you want to pour your energy into reaching your goals, there can be some distractions, likely of a social or emotional nature. Try not to fret about it, as it’s temporary. Impatience can trip you up in little ways now. The Moon continues to transit your sign until just before midday, keeping emotional needs on the front burner, after which it enters your solar second house, and it becomes far easier to put emotions to the side in order to take care of business.
Taurus
New interests and studies can be what gets you out of bed in the morning these days, dear Taurus, but today, it can be difficult to focus or to find the time to spare. Personal interactions can be tense as there can be some impatience and lack of sensitivity today. Watch for a tendency to want to score intellectual points when a sensitive, intelligent approach is best. Disagreements on basic philosophies don’t typically bother you much, but you could easily get worked up over them today. You continue to crave alone time and escape from everyday pressures until just before midday when the Moon enters your sign, and you seek out a stronger connection to the world around you.
Gemini
You might work hard at something or follow a lead only to discover you’ve spent a lot of time and not made progress, dear Gemini. There can be disagreements with others on methods. Romantic sensibilities tend to clash with desires so that timing can be a little off now. Otherwise, the day can be good for winding down, particularly towards midday, when the Moon retreats into your sector of “all that is hidden.” You may need a bit of anonymity or a break from pressures now and in the next two days with this Moon transit. You are likely to crave some extra time alone now, and doing so is good for you now.
Cancer
There can be some tense interactions with others today, dear Cancer, although they’re unlikely to be genuine problems. Timing can be a little off. For example, when one person requires a gentle approach, the other is too direct. Aim to meet one another halfway and avoid worrying too much about minor periods of incompatibility. Goals and ambition continue to occupy your mind more than usual. You’ll feel far less pressured about your performance from midday forward once the Moon moves into your solar eleventh house. Friends, happiness goals, and networking come into stronger focus.
Leo
This is not an ideal day to make purchases for the home and health, dear Leo, as impatience can get in the way of smart assessments. Work and home life can feel as if they’re competing against one another in little but annoying ways today. It may be that you’re so driven by getting particular work or health goals accomplished that you forget the pleasures of family and domesticity as a result, which are great these days. This is temporary. Aim to make small adjustments and resolve to manage your time a little more efficiently. Even so, with the Moon moving into your career and reputation zone towards midday, you are likely to gain more attention and recognition for a couple of days.
Virgo
There is some tendency to impatience and rushing through things that require more patience today, dear Virgo. Excess energy should be channeled into something positive, but you may want to avoid projects and activities that have multiple rules and steps or that require patience. There can be small disagreements about styles of communication now. While one person may be diplomatic, another may be looking for a more direct approach. Otherwise, this is a fine day for exploring new interests, particularly from midday forward. The Moon’s move into your spirit sector can stimulate your sense of adventure even in the littlest of ways, as you seek out slightly more exotic things, experiences, and ideas.
Libra
There can be an air of impatience surrounding issues related to finances, family, and home life today, dear Libra. As well, there can be minor disagreements with others as your perspectives seem to clash. People appear to be on edge, or they may be seeing differences more clearly than areas of compatibility. The roots of problems tend to be feelings of being ego-drained or overlooked. Otherwise, the day is quite fine for time spent doing research, looking into a matter more deeply, and getting in touch with deeper desires and feelings, especially beyond midday. Your dreaming mind is particularly rich right now.
Scorpio
While you may be looking to bond with someone today, dear Scorpio, others may not seem to notice it, or they are responding in the wrong ways. You might also speak too soon, or your words come across as harsher than you intend. This is due to a Venus-Mars minor clash. Irritations and poor timing or social awkwardness are temporary and unlikely to be a symptom of something deeper, so try not to read too much into them. A busy morning theme changes shortly before noon when the Moon moves into your partnership sector, and your focus is less practical and more social. Balancing your needs with those of a significant person in your life can be a theme now and in the coming days.
Sagittarius
Socially, there can be some missteps today, dear Sagittarius, as needs and desires seem to clash, and neither side wants to compromise theirs. You can spend time working through this or decide it’s best to back off and let everyone come around. Either way, it’s best to be gently honest now to avoid misunderstandings. As well, think twice about making purchases, particularly if you feel pressured or you’re feeling impatient. Judgment can be off under duress. By midday, you’re more likely to want to fix problems and take care of business. You’ll find it harder to take areas of disorder or chaos.
Capricorn
You can get quite fired up today, dear Capricorn. Your direct, straightforward approach is admirable these days, but today, you may offend someone who’s looking for more gentleness or sensitivity. Others might misunderstand your competitive spirit or take it the wrong way. This shouldn’t deter you from your path, but it may slow you down a little as you adjust to make small accommodations and to deal with distractions. Emotionally, you can feel refreshed from midday forward with the Moon’s move to your sector of romance and creativity, where it will visit for a couple of days.
Aquarius
The day’s busy feel can turn quite dramatically towards midday, dear Aquarius, when a desire to take comfort in familiar places, people and situations can take over. You may be a little more sensitive to outside pressures than usual, which can be complicated by a Venus-Mars minor challenging aspect today. It can be difficult to get onto the same page with others now, as differences in taste, method, and style can be glaring. They can also lead to missteps and misunderstandings. These are not likely to be genuine problems, but irritating nonetheless. It may be best to “agree to disagree” and move on. It’s particularly important to avoid speaking too soon on a matter in a public way or professionally.
Pisces
While you tend to keep to yourself in the first half of the day, dear Pisces, from midday forward, you are seeking far more interaction and contact. Driven by curiosity, you ask more questions and are quick to take the initiative. You crave more variety in your activities and increased mental stimulation. A Venus-Mars influence active today can generate a sense of urgency, which may be helpful to get you moving, but impatience can lead to minor problems. Asserting yourself with friends can be just fine and even necessary, but it can also be misunderstood, so take special care that some humility shines through.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. Daily Horoscope page for Aries here,
If Your Birthday is October 16th, 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:
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 11:04 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: Oct 16 2016 0:23 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 0:23 am
Event: Full Moon at 23°Ar14′
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 0:23 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Sun
A Full Moon occurs now. Discrepancies between our actions and your emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 2:29 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 6:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 6:29 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: Oct 16 2016 7:36 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Venus
Love relationships or feelings can be unsettled. There can be a conflict experienced between family and friends/lovers, or between comfort and the pursuit of pleasure. Try to relax and not obsess, and show restraint.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 7:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 9:42 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Square 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: Oct 16 2016 9:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Ceres
There is a stronger desire to nourish, care for, or tend to favorite people, things, and projects. There can be greater attention to diet, health, and self-care programs. There can be a stronger connection to people we love, home, and family, and more sensitivity to others in general.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 11:04 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau
Description: Transiting Moon Entering 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: Oct 16 2016 12:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 4:06 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 5:05 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 6:59 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Sun
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Sun
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 9:25 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 11:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Jupiter
Watch for moody decisions and excesses now.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 2:51 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Venus SemiSquare Transiting Mars
Tension can be experienced now as our need for comfort and peace conflicts with the pursuit of our desires. Impatience and insensitivity with others can be a problem now.
Date & Time: Oct 16 2016 5:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Sqr Cer
Description: Transiting Vesta Square Transiting Ceres
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
MUTABLE WEAK
We can have a hard time adapting to changes and others’ agendas.
Current Lunar Phase
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 (EDT) on October 16th:
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 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 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.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION THE SUN Orb 6°52′ Separating
Discrepancies between our actions and emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LIBRA
You are diplomatic and have a strong need for peace and harmony. Beauty is important to you, and you could be vain.
24TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Blood vessels of renal cortex
Sabian Symbol: A third wing on the left side of a butterfly.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 7°43′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 1°15′ Separating
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this, we could cause some problems. There could be restlessness and rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Exercising some restraint can help us to make needed changes.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LIBRA
You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease. Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.
17TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A retired sea captain.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE MARS Orb 2°54′ Separating
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 6°27′ Applying
Disagreements are quite possible. We may be more interested in defending our opinion or idea than listening and learning from others. However, opposing ideas can be illuminating now if we open our minds to them.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°58′ Separating
We can be worried or troubled, a little paranoid, and possibly suspicious with this combination. We are defensive about our ideas, intelligence, or perceptions, and might take it personally if others are not agreeing with or adopting our opinions.
VENUS
VENUS IN SCORPIO
You have an intense need for relationships. You will also be intense once in a relationship. You will want to know your partner’s innermost thoughts and yet you may have a tendency to secrecy.
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 1°56′ Applying
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
8TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A blazing fireplace in a deserted home.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°33′ Applying
You feel a call to serve others perhaps through a profession or through religion. You will need to learn what is reasonable to do for others, and what is over stepping the boundary of your responsibility.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 3°19′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
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).
23RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Muscles of mastication
Sabian Symbol: A woman in pastel colors carrying a heavy and valuable but Veiled load.
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)
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°30′ Applying
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
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).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
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).
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from Sinai.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
30TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Twelfth thoracic vertebra
Sabian Symbol: A daughter of the American revolution.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You are able to quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals and humanitarian or political causes.
19TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A forest fire quenched.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
24TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Nasal septum
Sabian Symbol: Crowds coming down the mountain to listen to one man.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
30TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Parotid gland
Sabian Symbol: A duck pond and its brood.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
13TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Hepatic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A powerful statesman wins to his cause a hysterical mob.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Oct 16 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 23°Li43 -09°12′
Cnj 24°Li27 ARCTURUS A different approach
Cnj 24°Li04 SPICA*** The potential for brilliance.
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp01 -21°26′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Jun 23°Sc08 -08°57′
Cnj 24°Sc01 AGENA The pain of learning
Aspects to Nod 12°Vi04 +07°01′
Cnj 11°Vi32 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
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