September 2025 Astrology: Key Transits, Aspects & Horoscopes

September is not a quiet month. With Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto retrograde, a rare Uranus retrograde in Gemini, and two potent eclipses on the Virgo–Pisces axis, we are being guided toward surrender, clarity, and change. This is not a time to force things, it’s a time to pause, feel, and trust. Whether you're tying up loose ends or standing at the threshold of something new, you are in a portal of evolution.

Even if things don't move quickly on the surface, big changes are building beneath it.

Virgo season usually invites us to organize, focus, and ground ourselves. But this year, clarity may be hard to come by. Two eclipses fall along the Virgo–Pisces axis, and the outer planets are retrograde. You can’t rush your way through this one. Clarity has to be earned and no one rides for free. The best move is to surrender and let the current take you.

You've probably heard the advice not to manifest during eclipse season. I get why that circulates, but here's the bigger message— eclipse season is the Universe on steroids. Whether you see it clearly or not, your life is shifting at high speed. It’s like the Universe hitting the fast forward button. You're can’t outsmart or outmaneuver it. You’re meant to experience whatever unfolds.

Clients often feel afraid around eclipses. It's true that they bring big energy, but they arent inherently bad.

Imagine September is a marathon. If you've been training — emotionally, spiritually, physically — you're likely to feel prepared and you might even enjoy the ride. If you've resisted change and show up in metaphorical combat boots, it's [probably going to feel rough. But by the end of it, you'll be changed for the better either way. This is not something to fear.

Crunchy moments happen, but astrology is never here to punish you. It's here to guide you toward your highest self.

We are reshaping reality from the inside out. Many of the planets are in or will transit into signs they rule or signs of exaltation, which gives strength to the energies available. Still, with the retrogrades at play, that strength leans introspective. 

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[Scroll down to see Key Transits & Horoscopes by Rising Sign✨]
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September's Energy: Retrogrades & Eclipse Season Magic

One of the most defining features of September’s astrology is Saturn’s retrograde through early Pisces. This is a moment of cosmic reality-checking. Saturn is moving backward through the first degrees of this mystical water sign, revisiting territory it crossed earlier in the year. It’s asking you to look again at your spiritual boundaries, your energetic commitments, and your emotional discipline. What do you truly believe in? Where are you giving too much without anchoring back into yourself?

At the same time, eclipses along the Pisces–Virgo axis ask us to find harmony between logic and intuition, analysis and surrender. 

The Solar Eclipse at 29° Virgo is especially potent. Endings and beginnings blur together here. You may not have full clarity, but rest assured that something will need to be incinerated to make way for what’s next.

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September 2025: Transits & Aspects

To keep it clean, unless otherwise noted, I’m giving aspects dates when they are more or less exact. However, in my own astrology practice I operate off a more liberal orb. Trust your intuition and keep in mind that these transits start to build days or even weeks before.
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✨ September 1 – Saturn Retrograde Re-enters Pisces (29°)
Saturn dips back into the final degree of Pisces, giving us one more look at the structures and boundaries we need to dissolve or rebuild. There’s a softness to 29° Pisces that speaks to karmic closure. Look at where you were in early 2025. What unfinished business is resurfacing now?

✨ September 2 – Mercury Enters Virgo
Mercury is home here, sharpening our minds and supporting clear, practical thinking. This is one of the best placements for organizing, editing, and fine-tuning anything that needs precision.

✨ September 3 – Mercury in Virgo Square Uranus in Gemini (1°)
Brilliant downloads or mental static? This transit can bring both. Watch for sudden insights, disruptive conversations, or unexpected shifts in perspective. Tech hiccups and miscommunications are possible. Ground yourself before reacting.

✨ September 4 – Mars in Libra Square Jupiter in Cancer (18°)
Big energy. You may feel the urge to act on something—to stand up for yourself, chase a deep desire, or take a bold leap. Mars in Libra wants balance and stategy, Jupiter in Cancer wants emotional securtiy and expansive growth.

Both placements want progress, so while this square can be productive, it can also push us to act on impulse or overextend ourselves. The desire to take a stand might clash with emotional needs. Try let any internal pressure show you qhere you';re read for growth, but aso try not to force a decision before you’re ready.

✨ September 6 – Uranus Stations Retrograde in Gemini (1°)
A major shift in collective energy and our first taste of Uranus Rx in Gemini. Uranus retrograde invites internal innovation. Where are you ready to rethink your approach to connection, technology, or your own nervous system? This is the beginning of a long inward review. Expect unexpected insights.

✨ September 7 – Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (15°) 🌕✨
A mystical, emotional turning point. Full Moons bring release, and eclipses bring fate. This one opens the floodgates of emotion, intuition, and dreams. Let go of what no longer resonates. Honor your inner knowing. Something is closing now, and it’s nothing short of sacred.

✨ September 11 – Sun in Virgo Sextile Jupiter in Cancer (19°)
A boost of grounded optimism. This is one of the month’s sweetest transits, helping us align effort with emotional nourishment. A great day to nurture both your goals and your heart.

✨ September 12 – Mercury Cazimi: Sun Conjunct Mercury & North Node in Virgo (19°)
This triple conjunction sharpens focus and heightens clarity. Mercury is Cazimi here, so pay attention to what insights arrive. You may get a glimpse of your next aligned direction. Bonus: this entire cluster is sextile Jupiter. Seeds planted now can grow big.

✨ September 15 – Venus in Leo Sextile Mars in Libra (25°)
Flirtation meets harmony. This is supportive for relationships and creative expression. There’s fire here, but it’s balanced. A great day to collaborate, connect, or indulge in something beautiful.

✨ September 17 – Mercury in Virgo Opposite Saturn Retrograde in Pisces (28°)
A sobering moment. Communication may hit a wall or require revision. This is a chance to align your message with reality. Speak clearly, and listen with care. Patience pays off.

✨ September 18 – Mercury Enters Libra
Time to smooth out the edges. Mercury in Libra wants diplomacy, beauty, and balanced conversation. Great for collaborative thinking or artistic inspiration.

✨ September 18 – Mercury in Libra Opposite Neptune Retrograde in Aries (0°)
Clarity may be hard to find. This dreamy, confusing energy can blur the line between fantasy and fact. Don’t sign contracts or commit to anything major today. Rest instead.

✨ September 19 – Venus Enters Virgo
Venus isn’t at her strongest here, but she becomes focused on healing, service, and devotion. Love language shifts to acts of service and practical support. Beauty becomes subtle and sacred.

✨ September 19 – Mercury Trine Uranus and Pluto (1°)
This rare trine connects Mercury with both Uranus and Pluto, activating genius thinking and deep transformation. You may have breakthrough ideas or powerful conversations. This is a great day to speak your truth with clarity and impact.

✨ September 20 – Venus in Virgo Square Uranus Retrograde in Gemini (1°)
Relationship surprises may surface. This energy is unpredictable but enlightening. You might change your mind about what you value or how you connect. Let the shake-up show you something new.

✨ September 21 – Sun in Virgo Opposite Saturn Retrograde in Pisces (28°)
This aspect puts pressure on your plans or focus. You might hit a boundary or feel slowed down. But there is wisdom here. This is a checkpoint. Are you building what you truly believe in?

✨ September 21 – New Moon Solar Eclipse in Virgo (29°) 🌑✨
A karmic reset. This eclipse opens a new portal for healing, clarity, and service. What needs to change in your routines, habits, or mindset? This is a powerful time to release perfectionism and start fresh from a place of integrity.

✨ September 22 – Mars Enters Scorpio (0°)
Mars returns to one of its home signs. This is focused, strategic, and emotionally intense energy. Motivation runs deep. Prepare for a cycle of inner strength and relentless drive.

✨ September 23 – Sun Enters Libra
The equinox arrives, bringing balance. Libra season begins, shifting focus to relationships, beauty, and harmony. Time to recalibrate.

✨ September 23 – Sun in Libra Opposite Neptune Retrograde in Aries (0°)
Another foggy moment. You may feel pulled in two directions. Clarity returns soon, but for now, honor the in-between.

✨ September 24 – Sun in Libra Square Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius (1°)
Power struggles or deep revelations may surface. This is a growth moment. Stand in your truth, even if it feels uncomfortable.

✨ September 24 – Mars Conjunct the Moon in Scorpio, Square Pluto (1°)
An emotionally charged day. There may be explosive energy around desires or buried feelings. Find a healthy outlet. Don’t bottle it up.

✨ September 24 – Sun Trine Uranus Retrograde in Gemini (1°)
A breath of fresh air. This aspect brings surprising breakthroughs or insight into how to move forward. Lean into creative solutions.

✨ September 24 – Sun Trine Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius (1°)
An opportunity to align your purpose with deeper truth. This is transformational support that asks for courage and clarity.

✨ September 25 – Mars Square Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius (1°)
A final burst of intense motivation, but watch for power dynamics. This energy is strong, but it can be volatile. Use it to break patterns, not people.

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September 2025 Horoscopes by Rising Sign

June 2025's astrology is propeling us forward. With Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Mars, and the Sun all changing signs—and a potent Full Moon in Sagittarius followed by a nurturing New Moon in Cancer—every rising sign will feel the shift. This is a month where dreams meet edits, and we gain clarity. Read your rising sign for the clearest insight into how these transits will land in your chart:

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Aries Rising: This eclipse season lights up your 6th house of health, daily routines, and work. With both Virgo and Pisces activated, you may need to rethink how your body, mind, and spirit are supporting each other. If burnout has been creeping in, this is the time to get real about rest and sustainability. Saturn retrograde in Pisces asks you to release perfectionism around being constantly productive. The new moon eclipse on the 21st brings a karmic reset, how can your service to others be rooted in integrity rather than obligation? Mars moves into your 8th house mid-month, helping you confront deeper fears and take empowered financial or emotional steps forward.

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Taurus Rising:  Your 5th house of joy, creativity, and love is activated by the eclipses this month. Something about how you express yourself—or who you express it with—is shifting. This could mark the end of a romantic connection, the start of a new creative project, or a transformation in how you define pleasure. Pluto, Uranus, and Neptune are forming a rare Minor Grand Trine that nudges you to dream differently. Don’t be afraid to question what your “ideal future” looks like. Mars enters your 7th house on the 22nd, bringing intensity to partnerships. Passion or conflict may rise. Either way, you’re meant to learn something about balance and power dynamics in relationship.
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Gemini Rising: Home, family, and your inner world are the themes this month. The eclipses hit your 4th and 10th houses, signaling a reset around where you live or how you show up in the world. If you're feeling unmoored, you're not alone, but don’t rush to patch things just to feel safe. Neptune and Saturn retrograde in your 10th house may obscure professional clarity. That’s okay. The Virgo solar eclipse helps you ground into a sense of belonging that starts from within. Mercury’s movement through your 4th and 5th houses supports reflection and self-expression. Let your heart speak freely. Mars entering your 6th house later in the month supports new habits that honor your emotional and physical wellbeing.
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Cancer Rising: Communication and mindset are in flux. With the eclipses hitting your 3rd and 9th houses, it’s time to examine the stories you tell yourself. Are they limiting or liberating? Conversations this month could be intense, revealing buried beliefs that need to shift. The Pisces full moon eclipse might bring a spiritual or educational turning point, while the Virgo solar eclipse helps you refine how you speak, write, and share your truth. Your ruling planet, the Moon, is especially activated this month. Watch for emotional highs and breakthroughs around the 7th and 21st. Mars moves into your 5th house on the 22nd, adding fire to your creative pursuits and romantic life.
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Leo Rising: Money, self-worth, and long-term values are under eclipse review. The Virgo–Pisces eclipses hit your 2nd and 8th houses, asking you to examine your relationship with both earning and trusting. Financial shifts are possible, maybe an ending, maybe a new opportunity. Pluto, Uranus, and Neptune forming a minor grand trine could bring visionary clarity around what you really value, and what it’s time to stop chasing. Venus moves through your sign for most of the month, supporting confidence and magnetism, but as she enters Virgo on the 19th, you’re asked to walk your talk. Mars in your 4th house brings intensity to family or home-related matters—don’t ignore your gut instincts.
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Virgo Rising:  It’s your season, and with two eclipses across your 1st and 7th houses, you’re undergoing a deep identity reset. This is a powerful time to release outdated versions of yourself, especially the ones built on people-pleasing or perfectionism. The Pisces eclipse may stir big feelings in relationships. If something ends, it’s making space for something more aligned. The Virgo solar eclipse on the 21st is your cosmic rebirth. Plant seeds for the future you want, even if it takes time to bloom. With Mercury, your ruling planet, moving through Virgo and then Libra, you’ll be called to advocate for your needs and values—especially in love or money.
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Libra Rising: Your subconscious is wide open. The eclipses highlight your 12th and 6th houses, bringing spiritual revelations, healing breakthroughs, or a call to rest. You may feel a need to step back from obligations and reconnect with your inner world. If something ends now—especially related to work, health, or routine—trust that it’s divinely timed. The Virgo new moon eclipse supports deep emotional and energetic clearing. Mars enters your 2nd house mid-month, sharpening your focus on money and self-worth. Be mindful not to let frustration lead your decisions. Clear vision returns as the Sun enters your sign on the 23rd. You’re on the cusp of a powerful new chapter.
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Scorpio Rising: Your friendships and future vision are evolving. The eclipses activate your 11th and 5th houses, asking you to reassess who you align with and what lights you up. If a creative collaboration or social connection ends, let it. You're making space for community that feels more soul-aligned. Mars, your traditional ruler, enters your 1st house on the 22nd. This boosts your energy and drive, but it also stirs deep passion. Be mindful of projecting frustration outward. Instead, use this energy to clarify your desires and go after them. Venus in Virgo highlights sacred service and refinement, offer your gifts with humility, not self-doubt.

Sagittarius Rising: Big career moves are on the horizon. The eclipses activate your 10th and 4th houses, asking you to release outdated expectations and recalibrate your path forward. If you’ve been feeling stuck, this month brings movement, especially after the Virgo solar eclipse. Saturn’s return to your 4th house encourages deep inner work around family patterns or home foundations. With Mercury active in your 10th and then 11th houses, you may find new clarity around your role in the world and how to bring your ideas to life. The outer planet trines this month support long-term vision. Don’t be afraid to dream bigger.

Capricorn Rising: Your beliefs, learning, and sense of meaning are shifting. The eclipses highlight your 9th and 3rd houses—major themes around education, communication, or spiritual perspective could rise. You may be called to release rigid thinking or lean into new studies or ideas that stretch your worldview. Saturn, your ruler, re-entering Pisces signals a review of how you speak and listen. Are your words building bridges or walls? Mars entering your 11th house later this month energizes your social life and long-term goals. This is a great time to connect with others who share your vision and values.
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Aquarius Rising:  This is a month of deep transformation. The eclipses land in your 8th and 2nd houses, asking you to surrender what’s no longer working—emotionally, financially, or relationally. With Uranus, your modern ruler, stationing retrograde in your 5th house, creative and romantic changes may start from within. Pluto in your sign forms a visionary trine with Uranus and Neptune, your personal growth is part of something bigger. Trust the process. Mars enters your 10th house on the 22nd, fueling career ambition. Use it wisely, especially if power dynamics come into play. You're shedding layers and emerging more powerful.

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Pisces Rising:  Your relationships are center stage. The eclipses land in your 7th and 1st houses, pushing you to examine who you are in partnership, and who you are without one. The full moon eclipse in your sign may feel tender, bringing emotional clarity about your needs. With Saturn retrograde in Pisces, you’re redefining responsibility and sovereignty. Venus entering your 7th house helps soothe relationship tension and invites more grounded connection. Don’t settle for imbalance. Mars in your 9th house brings energy to explore, learn, or even travel. Let this month be a mirror and a portal—you’re stepping into a wiser version of yourself.

Embracing the Journey September2025

September is a month of fated surrender. The roller coaster is ticking toward the top, and all that’s left to do now is throw your hands in the air and try to let the camera catch your smile. With Pluto dipping back into Capricorn and Neptune’s retrograde dissolving old illusions, this is the time to revisit your why.

Two eclipses along the Pisces–Virgo axis ask us to let go with intention. Meanwhile, powerful activations from Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus create a current of deep transformation. The energy may invite surrender, but it’s anything but passive. Clarity may come not through logic, but through trust.

Whether you're tying up loose ends or planting new seeds, give yourself space to pause and breathe. You are in the process of becoming- and every small moment of presence matters.

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