If January feels like you’re circling the runway, February is takeoff.
Astrologically, February 2026 is stacked with the kind of transits that don’t just shift your mood — they change the plot: an annular solar eclipse in Aquarius, Saturn entering Aries, Uranus stationing direct, and Mercury stationing retrograde before the month ends.
Below, you’ll find the most important dates (with exact times), why they matter, what to do (and not do), and quick horoscopes for every Sun and Rising sign.
Note: All times below are listed in Eastern Time (ET) for easy scheduling.
The Must-Know Astrology Dates in February 2026
Feb 1 — Full Moon in Leo (5:09 PM ET)
This Full Moon peaks at 5:09 PM ET and sets the tone for boldness, visibility, and “enough is enough” clarity.
Feb 3 — Uranus stations direct in Taurus (9:33 PM ET)
Uranus turns direct at 27° Taurus at 9:33 PM ET, often reigniting changes that felt stalled for months — especially around money, security, values, and self-worth.
Feb 6 — Mercury enters Pisces (5:48 PM ET)
Mercury moves into Pisces at 5:48 PM ET, shifting communication from “facts first” to “feel it out.” Beautiful for creativity; tricky for logistics.
Feb 9 — Third Quarter Moon in Scorpio (7:43 AM ET)
A release point: detox habits, emotional clutter, and power struggles.
Feb 10 — Venus enters Pisces (5:18 AM ET)
Venus enters Pisces at 5:18 AM ET, amplifying romance, softness, artistry, and compassion (and yes — idealization).
Feb 11 — Mercury enters its pre-retrograde shadow (Pisces)
The “retrograde story” begins quietly here: miscommunications, scheduling weirdness, and déjà vu themes start surfacing.
Feb 13 — Saturn enters Aries (7:11 PM ET)
Saturn ingresses Aries at 7:11 PM ET — a major tone shift toward action, accountability, and leadership.
Feb 17 — New Moon + Annular Solar Eclipse in Aquarius (7:01 AM ET)
The month’s headline moment: a New Moon that is also an annular solar eclipse at 7:01 AM ET. Eclipse timing is also confirmed in UTC by timeanddate and NASA.
Feb 18 — Sun enters Pisces (10:52 AM ET)
Pisces season begins at 10:52 AM ET, pulling focus toward intuition, healing, and closure — right as the month accelerates.
Feb 20 — Saturn conjunct Neptune in Aries (11:54 AM ET)
At 11:54 AM ET, Saturn meets Neptune at 0° Aries 45′ — an alignment widely discussed as a “dream meets reality” pressure test.
Feb 24 — First Quarter Moon in Gemini (7:27 AM ET)
Decisions, momentum, and conversations that move things forward.
Feb 26 — Mercury stations retrograde in Pisces (1:48 AM ET)
Mercury retrograde officially begins at 1:48 AM ET (22° Pisces).
Why February 2026 Feels Like a Turning Point
Uranus turns direct: the “stuck” story starts moving (Feb 3)
When Uranus stations direct, it’s like the universe hits fast-forward on change. In Taurus, the shake-ups tend to revolve around stability: finances, routines, priorities, and what you’re no longer willing to tolerate in order to feel “secure.”
Saturn enters Aries: a new era of discipline, identity, and leadership (Feb 13)
Saturn changing signs is always big. In Aries, Saturn asks: What are you building, and are you brave enough to lead it? This is less about vague visions and more about proof — habits, boundaries, consistency, and growth through action.
The Aquarius solar eclipse: a reset in community and the future (Feb 17)
Aquarius is about friendships, networks, technology, collectives, and the future. A solar eclipse here is a cosmic reset button — new alliances, new platforms, new goals, and sometimes the sudden realization that a certain “circle” no longer fits.
Saturn conjunct Neptune at 0° Aries: the dream meets the reality check (Feb 20)
This is the month’s most “history book” transit. One widely cited framing: the Saturn–Neptune conjunction hasn’t happened since 1989, and not in Aries since the early 1700s — highlighting how rare this energetic chapter marker is.
Personally, it reads like: pick one dream and make it real — or accept which fantasy dissolves when it meets the truth.
Mercury retrograde: February ends by demanding edits (Feb 26)
Mercury retrograde in Pisces doesn’t just break your calendar — it blurs the lines between intuition and assumption. The gift is creative depth and emotional insight; the challenge is miscommunication and foggy details.
What to Do in February 2026 (and What Not to Do)
Do this:
- Romanticize your routines after Feb 1: Venus in Pisces is made for beauty rituals, creativity, healing, and softness (especially in relationships).
- Use Feb 1–3 for confident decisions and bold conversations: Full Moon clarity + Uranus direct momentum can help you move forward without second-guessing.
- Build buffer time after Feb 11: Mercury’s shadow period is when the “retrograde plot” begins.
- Treat the eclipse (Feb 17) like a future reset: Update your goals, rework your network, and commit to communities that expand you.
- Ground one vision on Feb 20: Turn inspiration into structure: plan, budget, boundaries, and accountability.
Avoid this:
- Avoid making irreversible choices during eclipse week if key information is missing: Eclipses reveal what you didn’t know you didn’t know.
- Avoid launching something with zero flexibility late in the month: If you must launch, keep it soft: room for revisions, changes, and updates.
- Avoid “fantasy contracts”: Venus/Mercury in Pisces can make red flags look like romance. Put expectations in writing.
February 2026 Horoscopes for Your Sun and Rising Sign
Aries
Saturn enters your sign: welcome to your serious era. Choose one identity upgrade (health, leadership, discipline) and commit — slowly, consistently, for real.
Taurus
Uranus turning direct shakes up your self-image and priorities. If you’ve been playing small to feel safe, February reminds you: stability that costs your authenticity isn’t stability.
Gemini
The eclipse activates your future plans; the First Quarter Moon in your sign (Feb 24) pushes decisions. Late month, Mercury retrograde says: revise your message before you broadcast it.
Cancer
The Aquarius eclipse rewrites trust, intimacy, and long-term investments — emotional or financial. Choose the bonds that feel honest, not just familiar.
Leo
The Full Moon in Leo (Feb 1) is a spotlight: your confidence, your voice, your “I’m done shrinking” moment. Then the eclipse asks how you show up in partnership.
Virgo
Mercury in Pisces heightens intuition but blurs details — double-check dates, deliverables, and expectations, especially as the shadow begins Feb 11 and retrograde starts Feb 26.
Libra
Venus in Pisces sweetens your everyday life: glow-up routines, creative flow, romantic softness. Just remember: boundaries are part of beauty.
Scorpio
Third Quarter Moon in Scorpio (Feb 9) is your release valve. Cut a habit, a dynamic, or a story that drains your power — then let the eclipse reshape your foundation.
Sagittarius
The Aquarius eclipse boosts ideas, writing, pitching, and community. Put yourself where the future is happening — then edit carefully as Mercury slows.
Capricorn
Saturn entering Aries pressures your home/family foundation. Build support systems that match your ambition — and don’t underestimate how much stability fuels success.
Aquarius
This is your reset. The Feb 17 solar eclipse in Aquarius can reboot identity, direction, and belonging. Let the old version expire — your future wants you bolder.
Pisces
Venus enters Pisces (Feb 10), your season begins (Feb 18), and Mercury retrograde starts in your sign (Feb 26): you’re magnetic — but the universe wants reflection over rushing. Choose softness and edits.
A Simple February “Game Plan” You Can Actually Follow
- Feb 1–3: Decide what you’re ready to outgrow.
- Feb 10–17: Lead with softness, but don’t abandon discernment.
- Feb 17 (Eclipse): Set future-focused intentions: community, collaboration, technology, long-term goals.
- Feb 18–26: Slow down, refine, review — Mercury retrograde is coming.
The Bottom Line
February 2026 doesn’t ask for perfection — it asks for participation.
With an Aquarius solar eclipse, Saturn stepping into Aries, and Mercury retrograde slowing the pace at the end of the month, this is less about forcing outcomes and more about choosing direction. The astrology points to a collective reset around identity, community, and the future we’re building, one decision at a time.
Think of February as a threshold month: a moment to release what’s outdated, clarify what’s worth committing to, and move forward with intention rather than urgency. The shifts may feel subtle at first, but the choices made now will quietly shape the months — and even years — ahead.
In other words, this isn’t the month to rush. It’s the month to realign.
