Love is in the air! Prepare for a much-needed rebirth in your relationships and dating life this spooky season, especially with the sun and Venus hanging out in lively Libra, the sign of harmony, partnerships, and beauty for most of October. To help you embrace your new chapter, three powerful planets (Mercury, Pluto, and Saturn) will officially end their retrogrades, starting with Mercury on Oct 2. The end of retrograde season marks a time of self-empowerment and increased productivity. Where are you ready to restore balance and confidence in your life?
On Oct. 8, penetrating Pluto, the planet of transformation, will end its six-month backspin in constructive Capricorn, helping you overcome any power struggles or internal conflicts you’ve been moving through. If you need motivation or a change of pace, take advantage of the fiery Aries full moon peaking on Oct 9. The Aries full moon is a reminder that anything is possible when you believe in yourself. Use this energy to boldly embrace your fears and proactively take action toward building the life of your dreams. You are not alone.
Big things are happening the week of Oct. 23, so keep a journal nearby and track the intuitive downloads you receive. On Oct. 23, the sun and Venus will say goodbye to socialite Libra and enter spiritual Scorpio, pushing you to cut through distractions and tune in to your inner voice. On the same day, Saturn, the planet of responsibility and commitment, ends its annual retrograde, inspiring you to take ownership of the lessons you’ve learned over the past five months.
To end the month on a deeper note, the Scorpio solar eclipse will reach its climax on Oct. 25, kicking off the final eclipse season for 2022. Because eclipses symbolize a meeting of fate and destiny, expect deep emotions and erotic experiences, especially regarding intimacy, money, and death. Luckily, on Oct. 28, joyful Jupiter will reenter prosperous and peaceful Pisces, where it will remain until December 2022. Just keep in mind that motivator Mars will station retrograde in go-getter Gemini two days later, on Oct. 30. With Scorpio season in full effect, you need to pay attention to the facts and watch your words — pick your battles wisely!
See exactly what the next 30 days have in store for you with your October 2022 monthly horoscope, according to your zodiac sign and rising sign. For a deeper dive into your year ahead, also read your 2022 horoscope.
Aries (March 21–April 19) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
It’s time to switch things up on the relationship front, Aries. If you’ve been riding the fence about a certain someone, your October 2022 horoscope says it’s time to fully commit or throw in the towel. Because with the sassy sun in Libra soaring through your seventh house of cooperation and compromise until Oct. 23, Libra season is the best season to make some much-needed changes in how you form and maintain partnerships.
In fact, you may finally see forward motion on a stalled contract or meeting around Oct. 10 when Mercury moves back into diplomatic Libra. Keep in mind that the adventurous Aries full moon will peak in your sign on Oct. 9, so things feel more intense than usual. With the full moon challenging your first house of self and independence, make sure you show up for yourself the way you show up for others. If not, you can burn yourself out or leave feeling resentful. Choose wisely.
Expect an energy shift mid-month once Scorpio season officially begins on Oct. 23. With the sun and Venus in Scorpio entering your eighth house of transformation and rebirth until November, listen to your intuition if it tells you it’s time for deep healing. Saturn ending its retrograde in your 11th house of friendships on the same day means you may need to separate yourself from the crowd and pave your own path. Use the Scorpio solar eclipse on Oct. 25 to let go of self-destructive habits and patterns. What do you need to release so you can level up?
Taurus (April 20–May 20) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Bring the balance back into your daily routine, Taurus. Your October 2022 horoscope urges you to re-evaluate how your current workload is impacting your relationships and mental health. Fortunately, with the sun and Venus in luxurious Libra visiting your sixth house of well-being until Oct. 23, this is the perfect time to decompress with your favorite yoga routine or plan a relaxing trip to the spa. What habits and boundaries do you need to reinforce to make sure your needs are met?
Luckily, with Mercury finishing its retrograde in your fifth house of fun and pleasure on Oct. 2, you’ll have more energy and free time to slip away for some much-needed leisure and self-care. If looking for the best time to get away from your busy schedule and treat yourself, aim for the awakening Aries full moon on Oct. 9. Lighting up your twelfth house of rest and isolation, this lunation is encouraging you to prioritize your “me” time. Enjoy!
If you’re feeling low after the electrifying Aries full moon, trust the healing process. Your calendar will fill up again once the sun and Venus enter Scorpio on Oct. 23. This is a wonderful transit to network and connect with friends. It’s also important to note that Saturn, the planet of maturity, will end its annual retrograde in your career zone on the same day. Perhaps it’s time to update your resume or submit your application for your dream job. Use the transformative Scorpio solar eclipse on Oct. 25 to attract the partnership and opportunity you’re looking for. The cosmos are on your side. Trust yourself.
Gemini (May 21–June 20) March 2022 Horoscope For October 2022
Feeling inspired to entertain and socialize, Gemini? When was the last time you planned a fun outing? Your October 2022 horoscope opens the door to new connections and interests, but this means stepping out of your comfort zone and leaving old ties behind you. To help you rejuvenate after a taxing Mercury retrograde season, consider catching up with a friend you haven’t seen in a while. Not in the mood for a meetup? That’s fine, visit your local playhouse or museum for an intimate night on the town instead. The sun and Venus in Libra visiting your festive fifth house until Oct. 23 deepens your appreciation for live entertainment, art, and music. Treat yourself to some fun!
If you’re craving more excitement, keep your eyes open for adventure around the Oct. 9 Aries full moon. This powerful lunation marks the turning point in a friendship, team project, or creative collaboration. Plus, with your 11th house of community activated, you may be receiving an award or recognition for all the hard work you do. Accept your flowers with confidence and pride, especially because your planetary ruler, Mercury, slides back into fellow air sign Libra on Oct. 10, making others intrigued by what you have to say. Consider revamping a newsletter or group chat. Make your voice heard.
Your focus may shift from play to work towards the end of the month when the sun and Venus slip out of your flirty fifth house in Libra and enter your Scorpio-ruled sixth house of duty and service on Oct. 23. As Scorpio season brings emphasis to your work life and daily habits, it’s important not to obsess over the details or lose your sense of balance in the daily grind. Use the Scorpio solar eclipse peaking on Oct. 25 to set new intentions around health and routine. Where do you procrastinate the most? Where do you need to be more consistent? Take accountability for your personal growth.
Cancer (June 21–July 22) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Take care of home this month, Cancer. Your October 2022 horoscope brings attention to your family life and emotional foundation. With the sun and Venus in Libra flowing through your sensitive fourth house until Oct. 23, this is the best time all year to nurture yourself and your life behind the scenes. How are you emotionally? What shifts are showing up in your relationship dynamics? Does your home feel chaotic, or is it your sanctuary? How can you bring your beauty and balance to your space?
When considering how to process intense feelings, try not to be so hard on yourself, especially around Oct. 8, when Pluto, the planet of power and rebirth, ends its healing retrograde in conservative Capricorn. This transit highlights any power struggles you’ve been experiencing within your personal and professional relationships. If ready to take the lead at work or home, look to the Oct. 9 Aries full moon for an extra boost of courage and confidence. Firing up your 10th house of career and public reputation, the Aries full moon urges you to stop playing it small and go all in on your ambitions.
But before you break fully out of your shell and embrace the magnetic energy of Scorpio season, Saturn concludes its annual retrograde in your evolutionary eighth house of healing and self-analysis on the same day (Oct. 23). Although it may be tempting to push through tough feelings, take a moment to reflect on the growth and self-development you’ve accomplished over the past five months. Use the Oct. 25 Scorpio solar eclipse to restart this new chapter with newfound confidence and belief in yourself. Lean into your power.
Leo (July 23–Aug. 22) Monthly Horoscope for October 2022
Stop beating around the bush this month, Leo. Your October 2022 horoscope says it’s time to set the record straight and tell it like it is — but that doesn’t mean you have to be rude about it. In fact, with meticulous Mercury wrapping up its retrograde in your security-focused second house on Oct. 2, you’re finally feeling confident speaking your truth without filters — and others are respecting you for it. This is especially true when it comes to the sun and Venus in Libra chilling in your third house of communication until Oct. 23.
Although owning your bold voice opens new doors for you this month, you may run into challenges with authority figures at work around Oct. 9 when the Aries full moon peaks in your ninth house of belief systems and laws. Which rules no longer serve you? What limiting beliefs and ideologies are you ready to leave behind? The electrifying Aries full moon urges you to own your freedom instead of allowing others’ opinions and expectations to define you.
Fortunately for you, serious Saturn wraps up its final retrograde in your sensual seventh house of marriage and one-to-one interactions on Oct. 23, and this maturing transit brings stability and respect back into your relationships. If you’ve been having issues with fidelity or dynamics in a group, you should experience relief soon. However, be mindful that Scorpio season officially begins on the same day, Oct. 23, and this brings sensitive emotions from childhood and the past to the surface. Use the Oct. 25 Scorpio solar eclipse to find peace at home and within yourself.
Virgo (Aug. 23–Sept. 22) March 2022 Horoscope For October 2022
Money is on your mind this month, Virgo. Your October 2022 horoscope wants you to get out of your head and into your bag, especially with your planetary ruler, mental Mercury, wrapping up its retrograde in your sign on Oct. 2. Because this transit takes place while the sun and Venus in Libra are traveling through your security-focused second house, this is the best time all year to clear any confusion surrounding your budget and assets. When was the last time you checked your credit score or added money to your savings and investment accounts? It’s time to stop splurging and start being more intentional about your finances and expenses.
If you’re struggling to increase your funds or let go of indulgent habits, Pluto stationing direct in your fifth house of pleasure on Oct. 8 reminds you that self-control is a form of self-love. So keep that in mind when the awakening Aries full moon lights up your erotic eighth house of debt and shared resources on Oct. 9. While some full moons bring mind-blowing excitement and shattering breakthroughs, this full moon is teaching you how to simply practice self-discipline while enjoying yourself in the process. Don’t cheat yourself by taking the shortcut or the easy way around. Do the work.
To end the month on a brighter note, Saturn finally finishes its annual retrograde in your work and wellness sector on Oct. 23, rewarding you for the effort and time you’ve put in over the past five months. Perhaps you’ve decided to recommit to a fitness or morning routine. Where are you finding your balance? As if the universe knew you needed a change of pace, the sun and Venus will enter sexy Scorpio on the same day (Oct. 23), inviting you to take a break from the hustle and explore new interests. Don’t be surprised if you take a spontaneous road trip or reconnect with a long-lost friend around the Oct. 25 Scorpio solar eclipse. Switch things up. Don’t be afraid to take a risk and try something different.
Libra (Sept. 23–Oct. 22) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
It’s your time to shine! Happy birthday, Libra! Your October 2022 horoscope wants you to stop settling for less and rise into the star that you are. And although it’s your birthday season and everyone is celebrating you, it’s OK if things feel gloomy for the first few days of the month, especially with Mercury still in your twelfth house of ending and isolation until Oct. 10. This healing transit means things can feel mentally dark as you try to process all the changes you are experiencing, so be gentle with yourself as you close out one chapter and begin another one. You are exactly where you are supposed to be. Don’t let anyone rush you.
In fact, with Pluto ending its retrograde in your familial fourth house of roots on Oct. 8, it may be time to reinforce your boundaries with certain family members and loved ones who have overstepped in the past. What do you need to release to step back into your power and reclaim your sense of security and inner peace? On a brighter note, you may be receiving the confirmation you need on a new job offer or contractual agreement around the Oct. 9 Aries full moon. With the Aries full moon illuminating your seventh house of marriage and relationships, is it time to take a partnership to the next level? What lessons are you learning about yourself through your relationships?
As the sun and Venus flow into Scorpio on Oct. 23, your focus will shift from your personal goals and physical appearance to your finances and self-worth. What assets and investments are you ready to commit to? How are you establishing a newfound sense of independence? Use the soulful Scorpio solar eclipse on Oct. 25 to take a calculated risk. Again, this is your month to stop dimming your light and show up fully as your highest self.
Scorpio (Oct. 23–Nov. 21) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Give yourself grace this month, Scorpio. You’re juggling a lot behind the scenes. Your October 2022 horoscope wants you to take a break from the public eye and get the extra rest and alone time that you need. This is especially important with the sun and Venus in Libra resting in your twelfth house of ending and loss until Oct. 23. Instead of pushing yourself to the point of exhaustion, embrace the balance and beauty stillness brings. What does your ultimate self-care day look like? Treat yourself to some much-needed R&R.
Meanwhile, Pluto, the planet of power, will leave your third house of communication on Oct. 8, putting you back in touch with your artistic voice, and this helps you find the creative outlet you need to express what you’ve been feeling. This may lead to a breakthrough in your side hustle or passion project during the Oct. 9 Aries full moon. Take advantage of the urge to organize your thoughts and ideas. You’ll come back to them once the sun moves into your sign at the end of the month.
Speaking of Scorpio season, expect a reawakening around Oct. 23 when Venus and the sun officially enter your sign and rise to the top of your chart. If still feeling low or mentally foggy, give yourself time to process tough emotions. Saturn will end its retrograde in your sensitive fourth house of family and foundation on the same day (Oct. 23), and you may be feeling more emotional than usual. Fortunately for you, the month ends on a high note as the Scorpio solar eclipse wipes your slate clean. What new chapter are you looking forward to starting? What major identity changes are you experiencing?
Sagittarius (Nov. 22–Dec. 21) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Connect with your community this month, Sagittarius. Your October 2022 horoscope wants you to spread your light and reconnect with your tribe. This is especially true with the social sun and Venus in Libra visiting your 11th house of friendships and groups until Oct. 23. Luckily for you, Mercury will also end its retrograde in your commitment-focused 10th house of career and long-term goals on Oct. 2, and this helps you complete stalled projects and collaborations you’ve been patiently working on.
If finances have been challenging over the past six months, you may also see an increase in income once purifying Pluto officially completes its retrograde in your second house of money on Oct. 8. This thrilling transit pops off right before the Oct. 9 Aries full moon, so take full advantage of the energy boost you receive around this time. What self-destructive financial habits and addictions are you letting go of? How have you healed your relationship with money? Do you value yourself and ask for what you’re worth? These are all questions that may come up around the full moon.
At the end of the month, as the sun and Venus move into Scorpio and enter your twelfth house of ending and self-reflection, your focus will shift from community building to healing and introspection. Although this energy can feel emotionally intense, embrace the spiritual lessons you are learning. Use the Oct. 25 Scorpio solar eclipse to observe what attachments and dreams you need to let go of to step into this next chapter. Be open to transformation.
Capricorn (Dec. 22–Jan. 19) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Sharpen your negotiation skills, Capricorn. Your October 2022 horoscope is an open invitation to take your personal and professional goals to the next level. With the sun and Venus in Libra soaring through your conservative 10th house of career and long-term goals until Oct. 23, the first three weeks of the month are all about networking and improving your public reputation. Who do you know? What influential people can support you along your journey?
For some Goats, this may mean saying yes to new public speaking engagements and publishing opportunities, especially with Mercury officially ending its retrograde in your ninth house of media on Oct. 2. And even if you aren’t looking to put yourself in the public eye, Pluto stationing direct in your first house of self and identity on Oct. 8 is enough to remind you how worthy you are. Ask for what you want.
Besides, you’ll get the chance to show the world just how rare you are once Scorpio season begins on Oct. 23. With the sun and Venus in your 11th house of friendships and groups until November 2022, it’s best to use the last few days of the month to catch up with a distant friend or refresh your social media presence. Who knows? You may be hosting a celebration or announcing a new collaboration during the Scorpio solar eclipse on Oct. 25.
Aquarius (Jan. 20–Feb. 18) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Expand your horizons this month, Aquarius. Your October 2022 horoscope wants you to dream big and open yourself up to new possibilities. Besides, with the sun and Venus in Libra glowing through your ninth house of exploration and growth until Oct. 23, the world is your oyster this month. What destinations and experiences are on your bucket list? Also, with Mercury retrograde leaving your eighth house of healing and rebirth on Oct. 2, it’s the perfect time to secure your passport or start planning that weekend road trip.
Just make sure you’re not escaping reality around Oct. 8 when purifying Pluto completes its annual retrograde in your twelfth house of isolation and endings. Although saying goodbye can feel bittersweet, uphold your boundaries. You’ll be proud of yourself for standing your ground and staying true to yourself around the Oct. 9 Aries full moon. The Aries full moon is a reminder that you can manifest the life and relationship you want without sacrificing yourself.
After a fun and flirty month of adventure and experimentation, expect a change of pace and focus once Scorpio season begins on Oct. 23. Spotlighting your 10th house of career and public reputation, the end of the month brings a much-needed reality check about your professional development and legacy. What work habits and relationships do you need to form to support your long-term goals? Use the Oct. 25 Scorpio solar eclipse to clarify your professional dreams. Remember, dream big. The sky’s the limit.
Pisces (Feb. 19–March 20) Monthly Horoscope For October 2022
Keep your inner circle small this month, Pisces. Your October 2022 horoscope brings some much-needed rebirth and shadow work, so it’s best to protect your peace and keep things low-key. This is especially important with the sun and Venus in Libra spotlighting your eighth house of death and intimacy until Oct. 23. During this time, you may notice that your communication is slightly off or others are more sensitive than usual. Fortunately, this energy will lighten as Mercury ends its retrograde in your seventh house of partnership on Oct. 2.
Although things may seem chaotic, the cosmos are working in your favor, so trust the process. You may receive a boost in income or self-confidence around the Oct. 9 Aries full moon. The Aries full moon will activate your security-driven second house of finances and self-worth, reminding you that you don’t have to prove anything to anyone but yourself. Prioritize your needs instead of trying to always fulfill the wants and desires of others.
Luckily for you, the sun and Venus will officially leave your eighth house of Libra and enter fellow water sign Scorpio on Oct. 23, making the next four weeks a time of expansion, personal growth, and travel. To help you release distracting relationships and power dynamics, Saturn will wrap up its retrograde in Aquarius on Oct. 23, shaking up your twelfth house of healing and ending. Use the purifying Scorpio solar eclipse on Oct. 25 to shed pretenses about who you think you are and plant new seeds that reflect who you’re becoming. It’s OK to evolve!
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