Monthly Overview for November 2024
November 2024 is one of the busiest months astrologically, with the calendar pretty much jam-packed with transits—some more intense than others—that correspond with significant dates down here on earth, such as Thanksgiving Day and Election Day in the United States.
As the holiday season approaches and we settle into the unique rhythms that accompany the final weeks of the year, there is a lot of activity in the heavens that will impact each of us differently.
Here is a rundown of the main events of November.
November 1: Scorpio New Moon
Occurring at 8:47 AM EST at 9° of Scorpio, this new moon ushers in a new six-month cycle of revelations surrounding taboo themes. Expect big scandals, long-buried secrets coming out, and a collective drive to uncover the truth—no matter how unsettling it may be.
November 2: Mercury enters Sagittarius
At 3:19 PM EST, the messenger planet ingresses into passionate, freedom-seeking Sagittarius, where it will invigorate the collective to speak up loud and clear about what truly matters. We will be quick to say what’s on our minds, for better or for worse; while some off-the-cuff comments won’t land, others will hit the mark with exact precision.
November 3: Mars enters Leo
The planet of action, power, and war moves into the bold, proud realm of Leo at 11:10 PM EST. Our egos will be running the show for a while, as well as our collective desire to pursue fame and glory. This isn’t the time to pick fights, but some people will inevitably go looking for them.
November 11: Venus enters Capricorn
Your priorities might change with this shift taking place at 1:30 PM EST. The planet of love and beauty doesn’t exactly rejoice in the sign of Capricorn, where rationality, traditionalism, and order reign supreme. But it is a good time to integrate some aesthetic harmony into your workplace, mix business with pleasure, and allow yourself to dream big.
November 15: Saturn Direct in Pisces, Taurus Full Moon
This is one of the biggest days of the month, with not one but two major astrological events on the docket. Don’t expect anything to feel normal today.
First, Saturn stations direct in Pisces at approximately midnight, offering some relief from the stagnation and bureaucratic limitations that have been preventing us from moving forward. We can now grow and mature in our spiritual lives without the frustrating sensation of being trapped in time, unable to push back against our external obstacles and break on through to the other side.
Next is the full moon at 24° of Taurus, which reaches its climax at 4:28 PM EST. Together and individually, we’re closing a chapter that has been unfolding over the last six months during which our relationship to finances, values, land, and property has changed significantly. There is potential for radical shakeups on Wall Street and in the housing market. Our collective ideals are different now: we care more about building a strong foundation for the future and no longer feel gratified by short-term consumerist escapism.
November 19: Pluto enters Aquarius
Pluto’s been retrograding in and out of the sign of the water-bearer all year, but this time it’s entering Aquarius for good. At 3:40 PM EST, the tone of the next twenty years will be set. Until 2044, we’ll be at the mercy of this very slow-moving, transformative planet, which reflects major generational and societal change. The collective will be ready for an uprising against the old guard, fed up with the social structures that prohibit us from reaching our full potential. Furthermore, babies born during this time will grow up to be activists, with the love of humanity in their very cosmic DNA. This is an era for the people. Whatever towers crumble in the process deserve to come down.
November 21: Sun enters Sagittarius
Sagittarius season officially kicks off at 2:57 PM EST. It might feel heavier this year, due to the rampant change of the past few weeks, but as always, it promises to bring lots of excitement and opportunities to travel to see family over the holidays. We’ll be prioritizing our independence and ruminating on our religious and political convictions, especially as we ride out the first wave of Pluto in Aquarius, which promises intergenerational healing and less divisiveness. As Sagittarius is a mutable sign, we can, in fact, be adaptive and understanding while also remaining firm in our own beliefs. Use this as a time of healing, rather than starting debates around the Thanksgiving dinner table.
November 25: Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius
It’s that time of year again! Mercury will station retrograde at 22° of Sag at 9:38 AM EST. The theme of this retrograde: reviewing our belief systems. Since it’s happening in the sign of the archer, we’ll be forced to reckon with Sagittarian themes and sit with the uncomfortable cognitive dissonance that accompanies any real paradigm shift. If there is some philosophy, institution, or ideology to which you are stubbornly clinging, you might have to deconstruct it during this time.
How will all of this affect you as an individual? Read the following mini-forecast for your rising sign.
Aries.
The month starts off with an intense new moon in your eighth house, kickstarting a deep and dark new cycle of self-discovery surrounding your sexuality, your finances, and your mortality. Soon after, Mercury enters your ninth house, emphasizing communication about your most strongly held convictions and beliefs, and Mars enters your fifth, enriching your creative life and giving you a bold new confidence in romance. When Venus enters your tenth house, you’ll feel inspired to take that romance public as the world celebrates your beauty and magnetism. Mid-month, a major shift occurs as three major events occur: Saturn will go direct in your twelfth house, bringing some refreshing clarity on how to improve your mental health on a day-to-day basis; the full moon will illuminate your second house, ushering in a prosperous culmination to a cycle you began in the spring; and Pluto will finally enter your eleventh house, transforming the way you engage with your social network and wider community over the next twenty years. The sun enters your ninth house near the end of the month, closely followed by Mercury retrograde.
Advice for the month: re-evaluate what you believe and why you believe it.
Taurus.
This month begins with a new moon in your seventh house, drawing your focus onto your partner and stimulating a higher level of soul bonding and closeness over the next six months. Right after, when Mercury enters your eighth house, you’ll be invigorated to discuss forbidden topics and engage with your spiritual practice differently. Mars in your fourth will inevitably bring a sense of pride surrounding your home and family, along with the desire to be more active in the domestic sphere. Venus will bring romance and beauty to your academic or religious environment once it settles into your ninth house, helping you connect with likeminded thinkers. Halfway through the month, you’ll feel a tangible change when three major events transpire: Saturn direct in your eleventh house, broadening your network of mature spiritual mentors; the full moon in your first house, drawing attention to your identity and sense of self as you complete a cycle that began in the spring; and Pluto beginning its lengthy journey through your tenth house, where it will transform your public image over the next twenty years. The sun will ingress into your eighth house near the end of the month, with Mercury retrograde closely following.
Advice for the month: think about what legacy you wish to leave.
Gemini.
The month starts off with a new moon in your sixth house, reflecting an exciting yet solitary new chapter in your work life that may demand monk-like isolation for the next six months. Soon after, Mercury enters your seventh house, encouraging dialogue between you and your partner about your shared and conflicting beliefs, while Mars in your third will give you a bit of an ego. Once Venus enters your eighth house, you’ll enjoy deep, profound discussions with your loved ones. Mid-month, everything changes, with three notable events due to occur: Saturn will station direct in your tenth house, releasing you from the bureaucratic red tape that has been holding you back from advancing in your career; the full moon will light up your twelfth house, bringing closure to a period of secrecy surrounding your finances and hard work that began in the spring; and Pluto will enter your ninth house, destroying and rebuilding your relationship to the divine over the next twenty years. The sun moves into your seventh house at the end of the month, and Mercury retrograde begins soon after.
Advice for the month: open your mind to new perspectives.
Cancer.
The month begins with a new moon in your fifth house, invigorating you to explore the depths of your psyche and embody a more sexually confident version of yourself over the next six months. When Mercury moves into your sixth house soon after, you’ll be more willing to integrate your belief systems into your work environment; Mars in your second house will motivate you to make more money, no matter how much effort it takes. Venus in your seventh house promises opportunities to make long-lasting romantic connections or take the next step in an existing relationship. Midway through the month, three major planetary events indicate big change: Saturn direct in your ninth house will bring clarity to your academic, religious, and travel plans; the full moon in your eleventh house will broaden your social network and unlock inspiration to dream bigger in the coming year; and Pluto in your eighth house will reconfigure the way you handle your shared resources and face your inner darkness over the next twenty years. Near the end of the month, the sun enters your sixth house, closely followed by Mercury retrograde.
Advice for the month: get comfortable with your dark side.
Leo.
The month kicks off with a new moon in your fourth house, guaranteeing changes to your home environment and your family dynamics for the next six months. As Mercury settles into your fifth house, your desire for creative freedom will be stronger and you might begin a long-distance relationship. Mars in your first house will get you fired up and ready to make a bold change to your physical appearance or start a new exercise regime. When Venus enters your sixth house, you’ll find boundaries getting blurred with your coworkers; decide if it’s in your best interest to mix business with pleasure. Mid-November, the tone changes drastically when three major events unfold: Saturn stations direct in your eighth house, finally ending a frustrating period of financial stagnancy; the full moon lights up your tenth house, elevating your social status; and Pluto enters your seventh house, where it will deconstruct and reconstruct everything you know about relationships over the next twenty years. At the end of the month, the sun makes itself comfortable in your fifth house, and Mercury retrograde begins soon after.
Advice for the month: avoid scandals.
Virgo.
The month begins with a new moon in your third house, sparking a new interest in your local community that will last approximately six more months. Soon after, when Mercury enters your fourth house, you’ll put your thoughts into words as you reflect on your origin story. Mars in your twelfth house offers you the power to heal your own wounds and discover more about the root causes of your trauma. Venus in your fifth invigorates your desire for romance, but only the most serious partners will be worth your time; otherwise, you’ll be channeling this energy into creative projects. Mid-November, a metaphorical key change occurs as several major events unfold: Saturn direct in your seventh house, loosening the bonds that have kept a specific partner from fully committing to you; the full moon in your ninth house marking the end of a chapter in your academic or spiritual journey; and Pluto finally settling down in your sixth house, transforming the way you work and maintain your physical wellness for the next twenty years. The sun enters your fourth house near the end of the month, closely followed by Mercury retrograde.
Advice for the month: remember where you came from.
Libra.
The new moon at the beginning of the month occurs in your second house, emphasizing the importance of managing your money. Right after, when Mercury settles into your third house, you’ll be motivated to start cross-cultural dialogues; Mars in your eleventh will invigorate you to make friends wherever you go. Venus in your fourth house promises extra love and beauty around the house this holiday season. Halfway through the month, an abrupt change occurs when three huge events take place: Saturn direct in your sixth house, easing up your difficulties at work; the full moon in your eighth house, reminding you that death and taxes can’t be avoided forever; and Pluto finally settling down in your fifth house, where it will revolutionize your ideals around romance and creativity over the next twenty years. Come the end of November, the sun will enter your third house, with Mercury retrograde soon to follow.
Advice for the month: listen as much as you speak.
Scorpio.
On the first of the month there is a new moon in your first house, calling attention to your individuality and your physical appearance. Soon after, when Mercury enters your second house, you’ll feel motivated to talk about money and find financial mentors, while Mars’ transit through your tenth house will bring more public recognition. Venus in your third house makes for unapologetic flirtatiousness and a more laidback approach to romance. Mid-month, three massive astrological events are due to happen: Saturn direct in your fifth house, allowing you more freedom to explore your sensual and artistic side; the full moon in your seventh house, revealing the truth about a partner you’ve gotten very close to over the past six months; and Pluto in your fourth house, shaking the foundations of your home and family for the next twenty years. By the end of November the sun will have moved into your second house, and Mercury retrograde will have begun.
Advice for the month: be a saver, not a spender.
Sagittarius.
This month kicks off with a new moon lighting up your twelfth house, marking the beginning of a brand-new era of mindfulness and self-discovery. Soon after, Mercury makes the move into your first house, giving you the gift of communication. Mars in your ninth house gives you the confidence—and ego—necessary to speak your mind in academic and religious settings, while Venus in your second promises financial rewards for a job well done. Midway through the month, a complete tonal shift takes place when three events unfold: Saturn direct in your fourth house, solidifying your place in your family and home; the full moon in your sixth house, offering you a chance to close the door on a work opportunity that hasn’t been serving you; and Pluto in your third house, radically changing the way you communicate and engage with your local community. The sun enters your first house near the end of November, and Mercury retrograde begins soon after.
Advice for the month: learn to self-actualize.
Capricorn.
This month begins with a new moon in your eleventh house, shining a light on your larger network of friends. Right after, Mercury sets itself up in your twelfth house, encouraging you to spend more time alone, and Mars enters your eighth house, putting a fire under your heels to understand your shadow and work on your past trauma. Venus in your first house gives you a boost of confidence in your appearance and helps you appear more radiant to everyone you encounter. Mid-month, there’s a vibe shift, as three big astrological events are taking place the same week: Saturn direct in your third house, helping you speak with greater wisdom and maturity; the full moon in your fifth house, revealing secrets about your situationship; and Pluto in your second house, where it will entirely change your perspective on your money and values over the next twenty years. By the end of the month, the sun will be in your twelfth house, and Mercury will be retrograde there as well.
Advice for the month: keep your circle small.
Aquarius.
The months starts off strong with a new moon in your tenth house, giving you a boost of public recognition. Soon after, Mercury enters your eleventh house, providing you with a wealth of opportunities to make connections with influential people all over the world, and Mars enters your seventh house, giving you the confidence to pursue someone romantically or solidify a relationship. When Venus enters your twelfth house, you’ll turn inward to better understand your needs both individually and relationally. Halfway through the month, the collective gets shaken up by three almost-simultaneous events: Saturn direct in your second house, increasing your earning potential and giving you the wisdom to handle more money; the full moon in your fourth house closing a chapter in your home and family life; and Pluto entering your first house, where it will transfigure your identity and appearance over the next twenty years. In the final week of the month, the sun will move into your eleventh house, and Mercury retrograde will begin almost immediately after.
Advice for the month: don’t take your blessings for granted.
Pisces.
The month begins with a new moon in your ninth house, drawing attention to your religious, spiritual, and academic path over the next six months. Right after, Mercury gets comfortable in your tenth house, taking your verbal and written communication to the next level. Mars then moves into your sixth house, lighting a passionate fire beneath your feet to improve your work and health routine. Venus in your eleventh house brings a spark of new activity to your social life, expanding your community. Mid-month, a shift occurs when three significant events take place: Saturn direct in your first house, teaching you more about your sense of self; the full moon in your third house, bringing closure as you end an important chapter in your local environment; and Pluto into your twelfth house, tearing down your old self-limiting belief systems and fears over the next twenty years. The last week of the month brings the sun’s ingress into your tenth house and the start of Mercury retrograde.
Advice for the month: act locally, think globally.