“February teaches us that even in the quiet of snow and cold, something within us is already beginning to stir.”

Illumination, Reset, and New Beginnings - February 2026 arrives as a powerful turning-point month—awakening the heart, clarifying the future, and demanding us to feel more motivated. Lots of changes this month. This is a month of illumination, intention, and initiation. Saturn moving into fiery Aries reminds us that stability is built through courage, patience, and conscious action. Dream boldly — but build bravely.

Happy Birthday, Aquarius—this is your month to shine. With Saturn transiting into Aries, you’re gaining much-needed structure, focus, and motivation, especially around career goals and long-term direction. The New Moon in Aquarius on the 17th lights up friendships, collaborations, and fresh social connections, opening doors through community and shared vision. Step forward with confidence—this is your season to lead, connect, and set powerful intentions for the year ahead. ✨♒️

FULL "SNOW" MOON IN LEO- | February 2 - emotions are charged - this creative Leo Full Moon shines a spotlight on creativity, romance, leadership, and authenticity. Emotional truths surface as Leo asks: Are you living from the heart—and being seen for who you truly are? A push/pull between personal expression (Leo) and the needs (Aquarius) of others invites balance, though not necessarily compromise. Those affected by this particular full moon will be Leo, Aquarius, Scorpio, and Taurus. Also, based on your time of birth will indicate where this full moon is occurring in your own birth chart.

NEW MOON IN AQUARIUS - February 17 - A Cosmic Reset- This late-degree Aquarian New Moon is one of the most pivotal of the year. It marks endings and bold new beginnings tied to community, technology, friendships, and long-term goals. With Pluto nearby, intentions set now carry lasting, transformative power. This can be powerful for those born under a sign of Aquarius, Sagittarius, Gemini, libra. For otters based on time of birth will indicate its influence.

VENUS, THE PLANET OF LOVE ENTERS PISCES - FEB 11- Venus, the planet of love, absolutely shines, transiting, in Pisces. This is a time when love softens and heels. It’s also a time that we find ourselves self sacrificing. Venus in Pisces opens the heart to compassion, creativity, and soulful connection. Romance feels tender and intuitive, though boundaries may blur. This is a beautiful time for healing, forgiveness, and artistic inspiration—guided by discernment.

*CHINESE YEAR OF THE FIRE HORSE - February 17, 2026 — this is when the Chinese Lunar New Year begins and the Year of the Horse officially starts in the Chinese zodiac calendar. The cycle runs until February 5, 2027. The Horse in Chinese astrology represents freedom, initiative and spirit. It represents fire as well as determination. The years of the Fire Horse are 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026, 2038...

SATURN ENTERS ARIES - Discipline Meets the warrior in us. A major shift begins as Saturn enters Aries for the first time since the late 1990s. For those born between the ages of 27 to 30, 57 to 60 and 87 to 90 you are definitely impacted by this particular transit. This long-term transit calls for courage, accountability, and leadership. With Neptune also in Aries, dreams must now take form. Action replaces theory—slowly, deliberately, and with purpose. This is an extremely powerful time for many of us. For those born under the sign of Cancer, Capricorn, libra, & Aries You definitely feel the impact of this transit. For others, based on your time of birth, will determine where Saturn is transiting in your birth chart.

How will you be influenced by Saturn in Aries?

Fire Signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius- a surge of motivation and visibility—lead with intention. Saturn in Aries ignites!

Earth Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn-Growth comes through collaboration and emotional openness. Changes will occur however it’s up to you. Welcome the challenges ahead. Change is merely a motivation for growth.

Air Signs: Aquarius, Gemini, Libra - Fresh beginnings, clarity, and powerful connections emerge.

Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces- Deep emotional healing with stronger boundaries. Challenges merely bring on opportunity that you never thought you had. Open yourself up to it.

SIGNS:

ARIES - Saturn entering your sign begins a powerful two-year chapter of maturity and self-understanding. You are asked to slow down, commit, and build wisely. This is the time that you reexamine choices. You reset your own clock. The Leo Full Moon on Feb 2, highlights creativity and passion, while the Aquarius New Moon on the 17th reshapes friendships and long-term goals.

TAURUS - Saturn activates your inner world, encouraging emotional boundaries and spiritual discipline. The Full Moon at your mid-heaven brings career or family matters to light, encouraging change and growth. While the New Moon on the 17th in your area of home, invites healing, rest, and a new private chapter.

GEMINI - Saturn restructures your social circles and long-term aspirations, a great month to explore. Quality replaces quantity, as you see yourself more alert to who and what feeds your soul. The Full Moon energizes communication and learning, while the New Moon on the 17th opens doors through travel, education, and new perspectives.

CANCER- Saturn demands responsibility in career and public life—your reputation matters now, more than ever. The Leo Full Moon highlights finances and self-worth, while the Aquarius New Moon transforms shared resources and emotional bonds. This is a time where you work from the inside out. Clarification is key.

LEO- YOU are in the spotlight Leo, as Full Moon on the 2nd in your sign is a personal spotlight moment—emotional clarity, recognition, and truth emerge. Saturn asks you to redefine beliefs and direction, while the New Moon on the 17th supports powerful personal and spiritual growth.

VIRGO -Saturn encourages courageous changes in shared responsibilities, finances, and emotional commitments. The Full Moon brings closure and insight, while the Aquarius New Moon resets work habits and wellness routines. This is your month to create a strong plan of action. Feel the motivation taking root.

LIBRA -Saturn restructures partnerships—commitments become serious and intentional. The Full Moon energizes friendships and group connections, your dance card is definitely filling up. While the New Moon reignites creativity, romance, and joy. Explore. Create. Be.

SCORPIO -Saturn in Aries asks for discipline in daily routines, health, and work-life balance, a good cycle to reestablish boundaries. The Full Moon illuminates career matters, while the Aquarius New Moon shifts home, family, and emotional foundations. This can be your time to change, much for the better.

SAGITTARIUS -Saturn supports long-term creative projects, leadership, and purpose-driven passion. The Full Moon expands vision and truth, while the New Moon activates communication, writing, and meaningful conversations. The next two years open up for you. Work from the inside out. This is your time!

CAPRICORN -Saturn reshapes home, family, and emotional security—foundations must be solid. The Full Moon highlights finances and values, while the New Moon begins a fresh chapter around income and self-worth. Change, yes. For the better? Perhaps. It's a good start for a new beginning.

AQUARIUS -The New Moon in your sign marks a powerful rebirth—new identity, direction, and purpose. The Leo Full Moon spotlights relationships, while Saturn stabilizes communication, contracts, and mindset. You may find yourself pushing limits. All good, and very favorable.

PISCES - Saturn anchors financial stability and self-reliance. Dreams must now be grounded in reality. The Full Moon brings awareness to health and routines, while the New Moon encourages rest, intuition, and spiritual. Your creative juices are brewing.

Janet Amid is a media astrologer, who writes for The Sylvania Advantage & The Toledo City Paper, and can be heard every Monday morning from 8:10 AM to 8:45 AM, taking your calls and texts at 419-240-1935. For an in-office session, you may call or text 419-882-5510.