Moon phases in October 2026
Last quarter: Oct 3, New Moon: Oct 10, First quarter: Oct 18, Full Moon: Oct 26.
Last quarter
Oct 3 · 13:25 UTC · Moon in Cancer Let go of the extra, finish what you startedNew Moon
Oct 10 · 15:50 UTC · Moon in Libra Intentions, new agreementsFirst quarter
Oct 18 · 16:13 UTC · Moon in Capricorn Action and first stepsFull Moon
Oct 26 · 04:12 UTC · Moon in Taurus Results, emotions at their peakSky events in October 2026
What is happening in the sky and what it means in general, without reference to a personal chart.
- 2OctMercury square Mars Aspect
Tension between Mercury (communication and agreements) and Mars (energy and action) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 2OctMercury square Pluto Aspect
Tension between Mercury (communication and agreements) and Pluto (transformation and control) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 2OctMars trine Neptune Aspect
An easy flow: Mars (energy and action) and Neptune (intuition and illusion) work in your favor. A good day to ask, offer and see things through.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 3Octretrograde motionVenus stations retrograde Retrograde
A time to review relationships and spending: old feelings and exes may return. Not the best moment for big purchases, cosmetic surgery or a sudden change of look.
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How will Venus retrograde affect you in particular?
We’ll show which house of your chart it runs through and which planets it touches: the life area, the aspects and what to do in these weeks.
- 3OctMars opposite Pluto Aspect
Mars (energy and action) and Pluto (transformation and control) pull in different directions. Look for balance and don’t work out relationship issues in the heat of the moment.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 4OctSun opposite Saturn Aspect
Sun (will and self-expression) and Saturn (discipline and limits) pull in different directions. Look for balance and don’t work out relationship issues in the heat of the moment.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 7OctMercury conjunct Venus Aspect
Mercury (communication and agreements) and Venus (relationships and money) merge into a single point: a time to focus and name what matters most.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 7OctMars sextile Uranus Aspect
A gentle opportunity: Mars (energy and action) and Uranus (change and freedom) support each other. It helps to make the first move yourself.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 10OctNew Moon in Libra Moon
The start of the lunar month: a time for intentions around “partnership and balance”. Set one main intention, and don’t decide on impulse in the first few hours.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 10OctVenus square Mars Aspect
Tension between Venus (relationships and money) and Mars (energy and action) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 15OctSun sextile Jupiter Aspect
A gentle opportunity: Sun (will and self-expression) and Jupiter (growth and opportunity) support each other. It helps to make the first move yourself.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 16OctMars trine Saturn Aspect
An easy flow: Mars (energy and action) and Saturn (discipline and limits) work in your favor. A good day to ask, offer and see things through.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 20OctVenus square Pluto Aspect
Tension between Venus (relationships and money) and Pluto (transformation and control) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
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Alert the day before: Mercury stations retrograde
The bot writes the day before October 24, adds a reading for your chart and suggests what to do in your case.
- 23OctSun enters Scorpio Ingress
Scorpio season begins: the backdrop for the month is depth and transformation. Pick one thing to focus on in this area.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 24OctSun conjunct Venus Aspect
Sun (will and self-expression) and Venus (relationships and money) merge into a single point: a time to focus and name what matters most.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 24Octretrograde motionMercury stations retrograde Retrograde
Messages, deadlines and gadgets can glitch, and old topics and people resurface. Review and finish things rather than starting them.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the appLearn more - 25OctVenus moves back into Libra (retrograde) Ingress
Unfinished themes of the sign return: partnership and balance. Review rather than start.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 26OctFull Moon in Taurus Moon
The peak of the “money and physical comfort” theme: you can see what has worked. Take stock, and avoid big decisions made on emotion.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 26OctSun square Pluto Aspect
Tension between Sun (will and self-expression) and Pluto (transformation and control) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
A personal reading for your chart is available in the app - 30OctMercury square Mars Aspect
Tension between Mercury (communication and agreements) and Mars (energy and action) nudges you to act. Don’t push the situation, and protect your energy.
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Retrograde planets in October 2026
Moon by sign
- Oct 1 – Oct 2 · Geminifrom Sep 30, 17:26 UTC · Conversation, study, news
- Oct 2 – Oct 4 · Cancerfrom Oct 2, 19:54 UTC · Home, family, self-care
- Oct 4 – Oct 7 · Leofrom Oct 4, 22:54 UTC · Creativity, kids, standout moments
- Oct 7 – Oct 9 · Virgofrom Oct 7, 02:53 UTC · Order, health, small tasks
- Oct 9 – Oct 11 · Librafrom Oct 9, 08:11 UTC · Agreements, beauty, balance
- Oct 11 – Oct 14 · Scorpiofrom Oct 11, 15:21 UTC · Depth, passion, shared finances
- Oct 14 – Oct 16 · Sagittariusfrom Oct 14, 01:00 UTC · Study, travel, big-picture questions
- Oct 16 – Oct 19 · Capricornfrom Oct 16, 12:57 UTC · Career, plans, discipline
- Oct 19 – Oct 21 · Aquariusfrom Oct 19, 01:40 UTC · Friends, ideas, the unexpected
- Oct 21 – Oct 23 · Piscesfrom Oct 21, 12:35 UTC · Intuition, rest, creativity
- Oct 23 – Oct 25 · Ariesfrom Oct 23, 19:53 UTC · Bold moves, sports, initiative
- Oct 25 – Oct 28 · Taurusfrom Oct 25, 23:34 UTC · Money, body, pleasures
- Oct 28 – Oct 30 · Geminifrom Oct 28, 01:01 UTC · Conversation, study, news
- Oct 30 – Nov 1 · Cancerfrom Oct 30, 02:05 UTC · Home, family, self-care
Favorable days in October 2026
General guidance based on the Moon phase, the Moon sign and retrograde planets. Your personal favorable days depend on your natal chart.
Frequently asked questions
When is the New Moon in October 2026?
October 10, 2026 at 15:50 UTC, in Libra (17°).
When is the Full Moon in October 2026?
October 26, 2026 at 04:12 UTC, in Taurus (2°).
Is Mercury retrograde in October 2026?
Yes: October 24, 2026 to November 13, 2026, in Scorpio. The pre-shadow period begins on October 4.
Are there eclipses in October 2026?
There are no eclipses this month.
More: all events, Moon phase today, Mercury retrograde 2026, eclipses 2026.