Horoscope for Today: Friday, December 13, 2024

While the moon rejoices when it’s in the sign of Taurus, this morning it is transiting the latter degrees and will make a powerful conjunction with erratic and unpredictable Uranus, which is currently retrograde, in the early hours of the day. The link-up occurs at 24° Taurus at 2:49 AM EST, triggering powerful emotions surrounding our finances, property, and possessions.

Though this critical moment will pass relatively quickly, it is followed by another major lunar aspect to an outer planet: a sextile between the moon and Neptune. The latter is still hanging out in the final degrees of Pisces, and the sextile will be exact at 27° at 7:39 AM, just as most of the East Coast is starting their workday.

This energy is particularly potent for artists and creatives, who can harness their early-morning inspiration and get straight to work—hopefully without any of your devices malfunctioning, which is certainly possible with both Mercury and Uranus retrograde. If you can fight past this, you are in for a powerfully productive Friday morning.

On the other hand, if your job demands focus, attention to detail, and precision, it is more than likely that you will feel disoriented and lost in your own thoughts, even as you try your hardest to stay in the world of material reality and complete important tasks.

Use the Pomodoro technique or listen to some ADHD-friendly binaural beats in your cubicle if you feel your imagination getting away with you. If you can suggest innovative new ways of examining a project, your ideas might be ore well-received under this energy, even if your boss usually prefers to do things by the book. Your creativity just might be your secret weapon this morning.

Try to accomplish your most important tasks before noon. Things get a little more chaotic at 12:22 PM, when the moon ingresses into hyperactive Gemini, where it will form a trine with destructive Pluto. There will be a tangible shift, during which distractions will abound and your entire office might struggle to stay on track.

Use this as an opportunity to brainstorm interesting new ideas and think outside the box, rather than calling this afternoon a write-off. You can still get a lot done, especially if you work in a fast-paced environment that requires attention on multiple tasks at once.

Those of you who work in a field that involves writing, communication, or social media will probably find this mercurial energy rather enjoyable. Just be sure to fact-check, proofread, and get a second opinion before you send out potentially polarizing tweets. Mercury is, as I’ve mentioned, still retrograde.

At 9:58 PM, the moon will make a sextile to retrograde Mars in Leo at 5°, reflecting the frustrations of the day that might finally come out in a disruptive or hostile way. Try to keep your cool and process your anger through exercise or venting in your journal, rather than taking your annoyance out on your partner or friends. If you do, it’s unlikely to lead to a productive conversation. On the contrary, you’ll just alienate the people closest to you and create further division in an already contentious time.

If that’s not enough to convince you, the final astrological event of the day will: the moon will face off in an opposition with retrograde Mercury in Sagittarius at 6° at 11:19 PM. You might be goaded into a heated debate about religion, politics, and everything else that is generally considered unfit for polite conversation, but the likelihood of misunderstandings is so high that it’s barely worth engaging. Let sleeping dogs lie for now.

With so much happening in one single day, it’s comforting to have some idea of how it’s likely to manifest in your life specifically. Read your following horoscope according to your rising sign, not sun sign, for the most accurate general forecast.

Aries

When the moon conjoins retrograde Uranus in your second house, you can anticipate a shakeup in your financial situation, but whether it will be positive or negative depends on your personal circumstances. Some of you will receive a hefty Christmas bonus or a promotion, while others will be unable to pay for your afternoon coffee with your debit card due to power outages. Expect and unexpected, and be cautiously optimistic even of surprises that seem promising. This afternoon, the moon ingresses into your third house, where it makes a trine with Pluto in your eleventh, enhancing your ability to connect with a broad spectrum of people. Be mindful of your audience and clear in your messaging, so as to avoid misunderstandings and confusion. Tonight, the moon’s sextile to retrograde Mars in your fifth house amplifies your sexual power and ambition. Finally, the moon opposes retrograde Mercury in your ninth house late night, at which point you might engage in a philosophical or existential conversation that gets heated.

Taurus

With the moon forming a conjunction with retrograde Uranus in your first house, you can expect sudden changes to your identity and possibly a spontaneous desire to change something about your physical appearance. Before you do anything too drastic, consult a friend for advice—and check your bank account to see if you can afford such an indulgence this time of year. The moon will ingress into your second house shortly afterwards, putting your attention on your finances and encouraging any existing temptations to spend. The moon’s trine with Pluto in your tenth house guarantees that whatever money matters are plaguing you right now are going to affect your public standing in some way, so be especially careful not to get ahead of yourself. This evening, the moon’s sextile to retrograde Mars in your fourth house presents an opportunity to begin a much-needed DIY project around your home, while triggering potential conflicts with relatives. Tonight, the moon faces off against opposing retrograde Mercury in your eighth house, signifying confusion surrounding debts and your partner’s resources.

Gemini

The moon’s conjunction to retrograde Uranus in your twelfth house could bring striking moments of intuitive clarity or shocking, disruptive psychological triggers. Seek counsel from a trusted friend or call your therapist if you feel yourself spiraling out of control. When the moon ingresses into your first house this afternoon, it will make a trine with Pluto in your ninth, highlighting the tremendous spiritual healing you have accomplished. Tonight, the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your third house, giving you the courage to speak your mind to your siblings and neighbors, but not everyone is going to be receptive and you may face hostile opposition. Try not to let your ego get in the way of your message. Later, the moon opposes retrograde Mercury in your seventh house, reflecting communication differences within your closest relationships.

Cancer

This morning, when the moon makes a conjunction to retrograde Uranus in your eleventh house, you can anticipate drama in the group chat. Unless the situation at hand directly involves you, it’s probably better to sit this one out and wait until everyone has cooled down. The moon will ingress into your twelfth house this afternoon, giving you the opportunity to isolate yourself a bit and delve deeper into your own shadow rather than battling everyone else’s. Plus, there’s the trine to Pluto in your eighth house, which could deliver shocking news related to debts, death, or both. This evening, the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your second house, giving you a passionate fervor to earn more money—even if it means cutting off toxic people who are holding you back from success. Tonight, the moon opposes retrograde Mercury in your sixth house, complicating your feelings towards your work situation and prompting you to start looking for better daily routines. However, you might not find much success until the messenger planet is direct.

Leo

When the moon conjoins retrograde Uranus in your tenth house, expect attention to come your way—whether positive or not, you can undoubtedly spin the narrative however you want, with your natural leonine charm. The moon’s ingress into your eleventh house this afternoon promises a broader social sphere and lots of new opportunities opening up for you, and the trine to Pluto in your seventh house could usher in a new beginning for you and a romantic or business partner. Later, the moon’s sextile to retrograde Mars in your first house gives you a shot of adrenaline and makes you feel more motivated than ever. It will enhance your physical strength and invigorate your desire to take concrete action towards your goals. Tonight, the moon’s opposition to retrograde Mercury in your fifth house tempts you to flirt, but make sure you know what you’re getting into, as your words might be misunderstood at this time.

Virgo

This morning the moon’s conjunction with retrograde Uranus in your ninth house will spark sudden religious awakenings in some of you, while others will receive promising news about a publishing deal or a dream study-abroad program. The moon will ingress into your tenth house later and form a trine with Pluto in your sixth house, preparing you for seismic shifts in your career and daily work sector. Tonight, the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your twelfth house, suggesting some level of exhaustion and burnout; try to keep your nervous system regulated, even amidst so much exciting change. Later, the moon faces off in an opposition with retrograde Mercury in your fourth house, signifying struggles with your work-life balance.

Libra

The moon finishes its transit through your eighth house with a conjunction to retrograde Uranus, at which point you are likely to receive sudden news about debt, death, or your partner’s resources. Some of you will be rejoicing as you finally receive a long-awaited inheritance, while others will be left in limbo as they await the arrival of a payment that is lost in transit. After the moon’s ingress into your ninth house, it will form a trine with Pluto in your fifth house, ushering in a chance opportunity to romance an intriguing new person or kickstart a new creative project; both are likely to align with your spiritual or cultural interests. Tonight, the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your eleventh house, opening the doors to a new social sphere. And later, the moon’s opposition to retrograde Mercury in your third house gives you a chance to socialize with your local community.

Scorpio

The moon’s transit through your seventh house coincides with a conjunction to retrograde Uranus, which could potentially catalyze arguments with your closest friends or your partner. Breakups are possible, but so are whirlwind engagements and decisions to move in together. This afternoon, the moon ingresses into your eighth house, where it will form a trine with Pluto in your fourth, suggesting a deepening bond as you and your partner move forward from this: some of you will be choosing to cohabitate for the first time, while others will be moving out and back in with your families. Later, the moon’s sextile to retrograde Mars in your tenth house promises a public element, so if you’re not sure if you’re making the right decision yet, don’t make anything Instagram official. Tonight, the moon’s opposition to retrograde Mercury in your second house hints at financial issues that might arise—along with the awkward conversations that go along with them.

Sagittarius

Before the moon leaves your sixth house, it makes a conjunction with retrograde Uranus, causing unexpected mishaps at the office as well as minor injuries and ailments. If you can work from home today, it’s not a bad idea. The moon ingresses into your seventh house this afternoon, where it will form a trine with Pluto in your third, encouraging you to have difficult yet ultimately transformative conversations with your closest friends or your partner. This evening, the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your ninth house, energizing you to pursue spiritual, academic, or travel-related interests. Tonight, the moon faces off against retrograde Mercury in your first house, bringing out your inner literati. Know your audience; you might come off as pretentious rather than profound.

Capricorn

The moon completes its transit through your fifth house with a conjunction to retrograde Uranus, initiating a spark between you and a possible new romantic interest—or creative project. If you’ve been trying to conceive (or even if you haven’t), you might be shocked to find a positive pregnancy test this morning. In the afternoon, the moon ingresses into your sixth house and forms a trine with Pluto in your second, radically changing the way you emotionally engage with money and operate on a day-to-day basis. Some things might have to change, especially for those of you who are starting a family. Tonight, the moon’s sextile to retrograde Mars in your eighth house enhances your ambition to earn more through passive income but also puts you at the mercy of your own ego. Later, the moon’s opposition with retrograde Mercury in your twelfth house demands that you slow down, unwind, and process everything that has happened to you recently—rather than lashing out at the first person who will listen.

Aquarius

Before the moon leaves your fourth house, it makes a conjunction with retrograde Uranus, sparking major change to your home and domestic living situation. Some of you will learn that you need to relocate suddenly, while others will face power outages and other electrical issues around the house. This afternoon, the moon ingresses into your fifth house, where it makes a trine with Pluto in your first; you might begin talking to a casual fling, or start an exciting new creative project that your soul has been yearning for. This evening, the moon forms a sextile to retrograde Mars in your seventh house, powerfully stimulating your desire to lock down a partner. If they’re struggling to commit, you might need to have a hard conversation tonight. Tonight, the moon opposes retrograde Mercury in your eleventh house, indicating difficulties amongst your wider circle of acquaintances. If your group chat is buzzing with hostility, put your phone on DND.

Pisces

The moon finishes off its transit through your third house with a conjunction to retrograde Uranus, causing abrupt and frustrating conflicts with siblings and neighbors, as well as potential power outages in your neighborhood. This afternoon, once the moon has ingressed into your fourth house, it forms a trine with Pluto in your twelfth, offering you a reprieve from the chaos as you make yourself comfortable at home and shut yourself off from the world. This evening, when the moon sextiles retrograde Mars in your sixth house, you will undoubtedly get a spark of sudden motivation: to clean the house, get ahead of work deadlines, or head to the gym. Tonight, the moon’s opposition with retrograde Mercury in your tenth house invites you to share your words on a public stage—but if you’re too emotionally invested in an issue, don’t talk about it on Bluesky.