The big highlight this week is the New Moon in the Air sign of Aquarius, occurring on Thursday. This lunation begins a fresh cycle of creative inspiration, offering renewed energy to begin manifesting new ideas and intentions.
Also notable: the Chinese New Year, which follows the lunar calendar, begins on Friday.
The days leading up to the New Moon are ideal for self-care, releasing outdated beliefs, and taking quiet time to reflect. With Valentine’s Day on Sunday, expect heightened communicative energy and opportunities for connection.
The Sun, Mercury, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter remain in Aquarius, emphasizing ideas, imagination, and social encounters. Stay open to meeting new people, and be mindful that Mercury retrograde may bring up old romantic patterns you’d rather leave behind.
The Year of the Ox highlights steady focus and devoted effort. This period between the New Moon and the first Full Moon of the new astrological year is excellent for clarifying where you want to invest your energy and for inviting joys that sustain long-term fulfillment.
Instead of pushing yourself into overwork, seek a sustainable pace that aligns with the Ox’s steady, reliable energy.
If February 2021 astrology supports one major shift, it’s gaining new ideas and the courage to pursue them. You may feel suddenly motivated to implement a plan or to reimagine your life path. This electric time can connect you with your soul’s higher calling.
Planetary Locations During February 8 – February 14, 2021
• Sun: Aquarius (January 19, 2020 – February 18, 2021)
• Mercury: Aquarius (January 8, 2021 – March 15, 2021)
• Venus: Aquarius (February 1, 2020 – February 25, 2020)
• Mars: Taurus (January 2, 2021 – March 3, 2021)
• Jupiter: Aquarius (December 19, 2020 – May 31, 2021)
• Saturn: Aquarius (December 17, 2020 – March 7, 2023)
• Uranus: Taurus (until April 25, 2026)
• Neptune: Pisces (until March 30, 2025)
• Pluto: Capricorn (until January 20, 2024)
Daily Astrology Snapshots for February 8 – February 14, 2021
Monday, February 8
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Capricorn
Astrological Aspect
Sun in Aquarius conjunct Mercury retrograde in Aquarius — Your mind is active and inclined toward long conversations, writing, and connecting creative dots. It’s a good day to expose yourself to new perspectives and cultures.
Tuesday, February 9
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Capricorn
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto — Practical concerns and responsibilities come into focus. This energy supports handling budgets, completing necessary tasks, and approaching friendships with diplomacy.
Wednesday, February 10
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Aquarius — Your mind feels expansive and inventive, prone to daydreams and imaginative wandering.
Astrological Aspect
Mercury retrograde in Aquarius square Mars in Taurus — Frustrations about limitations may surface. Use this tension to learn how you respond when pushed and to find constructive outlets rather than reacting impulsively.
Thursday, February 11
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Aquarius
Astrological Event
New Moon in Aquarius — Fresh beginnings and expanded potential are at hand. The theme centers on contributing to the greater good; listening to your intuition on how you can serve this purpose can bring clear insights and new directions. Ask your soul for a positive vision to guide your efforts.
Astrological Aspect
Venus in Aquarius conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius — Attraction to open-minded dreamers and a desire to express creativity through style, art, or collaboration. This influence supports expansive, heart-centered creativity.
Friday, February 12
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Pisces — A yearning for connection and shared feeling may make focused work more challenging unless it involves others. Intuition and creative impulses are heightened.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Pisces sextile Uranus in Taurus — Spontaneous energy encourages risk-taking outside the comfort zone, leading to surprising, liberating choices.
Saturday, February 13
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Pisces
Astrological Aspects
Mercury retrograde in Aquarius conjunct Venus in Aquarius — Creative expression seeks new outlets. Try an artistic activity or share feelings intentionally; emotional expression can be particularly healing.
Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces — Passion and imagination run high. Avoid major decisions; instead, favor meditation and inner work to ground visionary energy.
Sunday, February 14
Sun
Aquarius
Moon
Pisces
Astrological Aspect
Mercury retrograde in Aquarius conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius — Boldness and expansive thinking make this a favorable day to take meaningful strides toward your goals. Trust big ideas and act on inspired vision, while remaining mindful of Mercury retrograde’s need for review and refinement.
Did this overview resonate with you? Consider checking another astrologer’s weekly forecast for additional insight.
