Key Dates This Week
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 9 | New Moon in Scorpio |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Venus sextile Mars |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Mercury turns direct in Scorpio |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Venus turns direct in Libra |
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 9 to Sunday, Nov 15 centers on renewal, reflection and gradually restored forward movement. The New Moon in Scorpio arrives Monday, Nov 9, creating a reflective starting point for intentions around depth, honesty and meaningful change. Astrology is not scientifically established, so consider these themes as invitations for reflection rather than fixed predictions.
The week also features two important direct stations. Mercury turns direct in Scorpio on Friday, Nov 13, followed by Venus turns direct in Libra on Saturday, Nov 14. If recent days have encouraged you to reconsider conversations, priorities or relationships, these shifts may feel like an invitation to review what you have learned and decide what deserves renewed attention. For a broader sign-by-sign view, explore the weekly horoscope.
Planet Moves: Sign Changes and Retrogrades
There are no planetary sign changes this week. The planets remain in their listed signs: Sun and Mercury in Scorpio, Venus in Libra, Mars and Jupiter in Leo, Saturn and Neptune in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, and Pluto in Aquarius.
Mercury is retrograde during the week until Friday, Nov 13, when Mercury turns direct in Scorpio. Venus is retrograde during the week until Saturday, Nov 14, when Venus turns direct in Libra. Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are also retrograde this week. These retrograde periods can be approached as opportunities to slow down, reconsider and reflect rather than as guarantees of particular outcomes.
If you want to explore your personal planetary timing, the transit chart calculator can help you examine current transits alongside a birth chart.
Moon Phases This Week
The week's only listed Moon phase is the New Moon in Scorpio on Monday, Nov 9, at 16.9°. The Moon is in Scorpio on Monday, Sagittarius from Tuesday through Thursday, Capricorn on Friday and Saturday, and Aquarius on Sunday.
The New Moon can be used symbolically as a fresh starting point. Scorpio emphasizes depth and sincerity, making Monday a good moment to consider what you would like to renew, simplify or approach more honestly. As the Moon moves through Sagittarius, Capricorn and Aquarius, the week's tone can gradually shift toward broader perspective, practical focus and fresh ideas.
Key Aspects Day by Day
Monday, Nov 9: The New Moon in Scorpio highlights reflection and new intentions. You may find it useful to identify what matters most before acting on it.
Tuesday, Nov 10: Venus in Libra sextile Mars in Leo, exact. This supportive aspect can be a good moment for creative expression, cooperation and warm, confident connection.
Wednesday, Nov 11: No additional dated planetary aspect is listed. With the Moon in Sagittarius, you may benefit from keeping your perspective open and giving yourself room to explore possibilities.
Thursday, Nov 12: No additional dated planetary aspect is listed. The Moon remains in Sagittarius, supporting a reflective pause before the week's later shifts.
Friday, Nov 13: Mercury turns direct in Scorpio. This can be an invitation to revisit conversations or ideas with greater clarity rather than rushing to conclusions.
Saturday, Nov 14: Venus turns direct in Libra. Relationship and value-related reflections may begin to feel easier to evaluate, with an emphasis on balance and mutual understanding.
Sunday, Nov 15: No additional dated planetary aspect is listed. The Moon is in Aquarius, offering a reflective backdrop for considering fresh perspectives.
How to Work with This Week's Energy
Use the New Moon to set a thoughtful intention rather than forcing immediate results. Tuesday's Venus–Mars sextile can favor constructive interaction, while Mercury and Venus turning direct later in the week provide natural moments to reassess what you have been reconsidering.
For sign-specific guidance, read your Aries weekly horoscope, Taurus weekly horoscope, Gemini weekly horoscope, or another sign's weekly horoscope. The most useful approach this week is patient and reflective: notice what is becoming clearer, make room for revision, and choose your next steps deliberately.
Weekly Horoscope by Sign
Aries
This week brings a New Moon in Scorpio to your 8th house, inviting a fresh approach to shared money, intimacy, and emotional transformation. Tuesday is the best day for connection as Venus in Libra sextiles Mars in Leo.
Taurus
This week centers on partnerships as the New Moon in Scorpio opens a fresh chapter in your 7th house on Monday. Friday is especially helpful for clarity as Mercury turns direct in Scorpio, while Tuesday supports cooperation and practical progress.
Gemini
This week brings a practical reset as the New Moon in Scorpio activates your 6th house of daily work, routines, and health habits. Friday is especially useful for clarity as Mercury turns direct in Scorpio, while Tuesday favors connection and creativity.
Cancer
This week brings a fresh New Moon in Scorpio in your 5th house of romance, creativity, fun, children, with Mercury turning direct there on Friday. Tuesday is your best day for connection and practical harmony as Venus in Libra sextiles Mars in Leo.
Leo
This week brings a fresh start in your 4th house of home, family, and roots with Monday’s New Moon in Scorpio. Tuesday is especially lively for connection and creativity, while Friday and Saturday support clearer communication as Mercury and Venus turn direct.
Virgo
This week brings a fresh start in your 3rd house of communication with the New Moon in Scorpio on Monday, while Mercury turns direct there on Friday. Saturday is another helpful turning point as Venus turns direct in Libra, making Friday and Saturday especially useful for clarity and review.
Libra
This week invites you to rethink money, self-worth and personal priorities, beginning with the New Moon in Scorpio on Monday. Tuesday is the best day for connection and momentum as Venus in Libra sextiles Mars in Leo.
Scorpio
This week brings a fresh personal beginning with Monday's New Moon in Scorpio, followed by Mercury turning direct Friday and Venus turning direct Saturday. Friday is especially useful for regaining clarity and moving forward with greater confidence.
Sagittarius
This week invites Sagittarius to slow down, reset privately, and make space for a fresh inner beginning with the New Moon in your 12th house. Friday is especially useful for clarity as Mercury turns direct in Scorpio, while Tuesday brings a lively lift for personal goals.
Capricorn
This week brings a fresh start in your 11th house of friends, networks and hopes with Monday's New Moon in Scorpio. Friday is especially useful for clarity as Mercury turns direct in Scorpio and the Moon moves through Capricorn, helping you reconnect with personal goals.
Aquarius
This week brings a fresh professional focus with the New Moon in Scorpio in your 10th house of career, reputation, and public life. Tuesday is especially supportive for connection and cooperation, while Friday brings Mercury direct and clearer career conversations.
Pisces
This week invites Pisces to rethink beliefs, learning and long-range plans as the New Moon in Scorpio begins a fresh chapter in your 9th house. Tuesday is especially supportive for connection and cooperation, while Friday and Saturday bring clarity as Mercury and Venus turn direct.
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Get your personal weekly forecastFrequently Asked Questions
What are the main astrology events this week?
The main events are the New Moon in Scorpio on Monday, Nov 9, Venus in Libra sextile Mars in Leo on Tuesday, Nov 10, Mercury turning direct in Scorpio on Friday, Nov 13, and Venus turning direct in Libra on Saturday, Nov 14.
Is any planet retrograde this week?
Yes. Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are retrograde during the week. Mercury turns direct on Nov 13, and Venus turns direct on Nov 14.
What is the Moon phase this week?
The New Moon in Scorpio occurs on Monday, Nov 9. After that, the Moon moves through Sagittarius, Capricorn and Aquarius during the week.
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.