Key Dates This Week
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 4 | Venus sextile Jupiter |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Sun conjunct Mercury |
Dates are given in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC); in the Americas some events fall on the previous evening.
The Big Picture This Week
The week of Monday, Nov. 2 to Sunday, Nov. 8 has a distinctly reflective tone. Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Saturn in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, and Neptune in Aries are retrograde, making this a useful period for revisiting ideas, relationships, commitments, and assumptions rather than forcing everything forward.
The week's most concentrated activity arrives on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo is exact, while the Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio is also exact. Together, these aspects can encourage thoughtful conversations, creative openness, and a willingness to reconsider what matters. For a broader view of the week for every sign, visit the weekly horoscope.
Planet Moves: Sign Changes and Retrogrades
There are no sign changes listed for this week. The planets remain in their current signs: Sun in Scorpio, Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars in Leo, Jupiter in Leo, Saturn in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, Neptune in Aries, and Pluto in Aquarius.
Mercury in Scorpio is retrograde during the week, as is Venus in Libra. Saturn in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, and Neptune in Aries are also retrograde. Retrograde periods are traditionally used for review, revision, and reconsideration, so you may benefit from slowing down enough to notice what needs clarification or adjustment. For personalized weekly themes, explore your weekly horoscope or another sign-specific forecast.
Moon Phases This Week
No named Moon phase is listed for this week, so there is no Full Moon or other specific phase to highlight. The Moon does, however, move through several signs: Moon in Leo on Monday, Nov. 2; Moon in Virgo on Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Thursday, Nov. 5; Moon in Libra on Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7; and Moon in Scorpio on Sunday, Nov. 8.
This changing lunar backdrop can offer a simple rhythm for the week: expressive Leo on Monday, practical Virgo through Thursday, relational Libra over the weekend, and introspective Scorpio on Sunday.
Key Aspects Day by Day
Monday, Nov. 2: Moon in Leo. The day may favor warmth, creativity, and authentic self-expression.
Tuesday, Nov. 3: Moon in Virgo. A practical mood can support organizing, refining, and paying attention to details.
Wednesday, Nov. 4: Two exact aspects stand out. Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo may support generosity, enjoyment, and constructive social connection. Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio can focus attention on conversations, observations, and deeper questions. This may be a good moment to put an important realization into words.
Thursday, Nov. 5: Moon in Virgo. Continuing a practical atmosphere, you may find value in editing plans and taking care of unfinished details.
Friday, Nov. 6: Moon in Libra. Cooperation and balance may become more noticeable themes.
Saturday, Nov. 7: Moon in Libra. A gentle focus on connection, fairness, and harmony may help guide interactions.
Sunday, Nov. 8: Moon in Scorpio. The week closes with a more introspective tone, inviting deeper reflection.
How to Work with This Week's Energy
With five planets retrograde, consider treating this week as an opportunity to review before committing to a new direction. Mercury in Scorpio can encourage careful thought, while Venus in Libra invites reconsideration around connection and values. The exact Wednesday aspects can provide a particularly useful moment for honest reflection and constructive dialogue.
Rather than treating astrology as a fixed prediction, use it as a reflective framework. Check assumptions, revisit conversations that need more clarity, and give yourself room to adjust. You can also explore your personal weekly forecast or calculate a transit chart for a more individual perspective.
Weekly Horoscope by Sign
Aries
This week brings a lovely opportunity to strengthen relationships, enjoy romance and express your creativity. Wednesday, November 4, is your best day, as Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo supports partnerships and romantic connections.
Taurus
This week highlights partnerships, home life, and daily routines, with Wednesday bringing both Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo and Sun in Scorpio conjunction Mercury in Scorpio. Wednesday is the best day for thoughtful conversations, creative connection, and balancing home with everyday responsibilities.
Gemini
This week brings a thoughtful focus on daily routines, communication, creativity and relationships, with Wednesday standing out for both the Venus-Jupiter sextile and Sun-Mercury conjunction. You may find Wednesday especially useful for connecting, expressing ideas and reviewing practical priorities.
Cancer
This week brings a strong focus on romance, creativity, fun, home, family, money and self-worth, with Wednesday standing out for two exact aspects. Wednesday is the best day for connecting practical priorities with pleasure and meaningful conversations.
Leo
This week puts your attention on home, family, communication and personal goals, with Mars and Jupiter in Leo keeping your sense of self prominent. Wednesday, Nov 4 is the key day, bringing Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo and the Sun in Scorpio conjunction Mercury in Scorpio.
Virgo
This week brings a strong focus on communication, personal priorities and inner renewal, with Wednesday bringing both Venus sextile Jupiter and Sun conjunct Mercury. Wednesday is your best day for thoughtful conversations, self-reflection and reconnecting with what matters.
Libra
This week brings attention to money, self-worth, relationships, and your wider social circle, with Wednesday, Nov 4 standing out as the key day. Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo can encourage confidence and connection, while the Sun in Scorpio conjunction Mercury in Scorpio favors thoughtful conversations about resources and priorities.
Scorpio
This week puts your identity, personal goals and public life in focus, with Wednesday bringing both Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio and Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo. Wednesday is the standout day for reflection, communication and balancing your private inner life with career ambitions.
Sagittarius
This week invites Sagittarius to balance inner reflection with wider horizons, especially as Sun in Scorpio and Mercury in Scorpio highlight your 12th house. Wednesday is the best day for connection and perspective, with Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo and the Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio.
Capricorn
This week brings Capricorn a strong focus on friends, networks, career and shared resources, with Wednesday offering the clearest opening for constructive conversations and collaboration. Wednesday, Nov 4 is the best day, as Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo and the Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio emphasize professional connections and meaningful dialogue.
Aquarius
This week puts strong emphasis on your career and public life, while Wednesday brings two exact aspects involving relationships, learning, and professional communication. Wednesday is the best day for Aquarius to connect, clarify plans, and explore new possibilities.
Pisces
This week invites you to balance practical routines with deeper questions about intimacy, shared resources, beliefs, and personal growth. Wednesday, Nov 4 is the key day, with Venus sextile Jupiter and the Sun conjunct Mercury.
Sun-sign horoscopes are a starting point. Want a forecast from your full birth chart?
Get your personal weekly forecastFrequently Asked Questions
What are the main astrology events this week?
The main events occur on Wednesday, Nov. 4: Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo and Sun in Scorpio conjunct Mercury in Scorpio are both exact.
Is any planet retrograde this week?
Yes. Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune are retrograde this week, making review and reconsideration prominent themes.
What is the week's Moon phase?
No named Moon phase is listed for this week. The Moon moves from Leo on Monday to Virgo, then Libra, and finally Scorpio on Sunday.
How We Write These Horoscopes
Planet positions, sign changes, retrograde turns, moon phases and aspects are calculated with Swiss Ephemeris for this exact week. Each sign’s reading uses solar houses (the Sun sign as the 1st house). The text is drafted with AI assistance and automatically checked against those calculations. Astrology is not scientifically established; use this as reflection, not advice.