We’re just weeks away from 2025, and with the new year comes a fresh cycle of lunar astrology — new Full Moons, New Moons, and eclipses that shape the months ahead.
Full Moons happen when the transit Sun and Moon are opposite each other in the zodiac. Because the Moon governs emotions and the Sun represents the self, oppositions can heighten feelings and bring culminations or endings. New Moons occur when the transit Sun and Moon conjunct, aligning in the same zodiac sign. New Moons are energizing and signal beginnings, pushing us to start projects or set intentions.
The Moon cycles between New and Full roughly every two weeks. Eclipses, which occur about every six months, land during Full Moons (lunar eclipses) and New Moons (solar eclipses). New and Full Moons tend to influence us for about two weeks before and after their exact dates, while eclipses cast a wider net — often affecting life for up to six months before and after — and can trigger major turning points or opportunities.
Typically there are 12–13 New or Full Moons each year and around four to six eclipses. In 2025 there will be four eclipses: two solar and two lunar. Use an astrology calendar to follow these events and plan around their energy.
2025 Eclipses: Aries Finale and a Shift into Virgo–Pisces
The 2025 eclipses occur across three zodiac signs: Aries, Virgo, and Pisces. Eclipses come in opposing sign pairs, and this year we wrap up the Aries–Libra set and move into the Virgo–Pisces series.
Lunar Eclipse in Virgo: March 14, 2025
The first eclipse of 2025 is a Lunar Eclipse in practical Virgo — the sign of work, routines, and daily details. Virgo lunations often highlight tangible developments in ordinary life and the results of consistent effort. Because Virgo focuses on small details, changes may seem modest at first but can accumulate into something significant over time. Seeing them as manageable helps prevent overwhelm.
Stress is the main challenge under a Virgo Lunar Eclipse, so healthy outlets and self-care are important to avoid burnout or psychosomatic issues. This eclipse forms an opposition to transit Saturn in Pisces and a trine to Uranus in Taurus. The Saturn opposition can feel restrictive and require patience and discipline; don’t rush or try to cut corners. The trine to Uranus offers inventive solutions and opportunities to experiment, but apply practicality and thoughtfulness when making changes.
Solar Eclipse in Aries: March 29, 2025
Next is a Solar Eclipse in Aries, closing out an Aries eclipse cycle that included similar events in 2023 and 2024. Developments tied to this eclipse may connect to projects or intentions that began in the last one to two years, potentially reaching a milestone or new phase in 2025.
This eclipse coincides with Mercury and Venus retrogrades that begin earlier in March, which can make the energy feel like a revisit rather than a brand-new start. Neptune moves into Aries the day after the eclipse, heightening intuition and creative potential and ushering in a new chapter related to whatever began previously.
Lunar Eclipse in Pisces: September 7, 2025
The second lunar eclipse of the year lands in dreamy Pisces, continuing the Virgo–Pisces eclipse pair that began in 2024 and will continue into 2026. Pisces amplifies spiritual, karmic, subconscious, and intuitive themes. While the 2024 Pisces eclipse was especially potent thanks to its close alignment with Neptune, the 2025 Pisces lunar eclipse features transit Saturn at the anaretic (29th) degree of Pisces.
The anaretic degree carries intense, decisive energy and can bring pressure around unresolved lessons or karmic material. Expect a period of release, reflection, and processing. If you’ve already attended to past patterns, this eclipse may instead bring powerful intuitive insights or inspiration. The eclipse also forms a supportive trine to Jupiter in Cancer, which helps maintain optimism and a broader perspective during emotional work.
Solar Eclipse in Virgo: September 21, 2025
This Virgo Solar Eclipse is the only solar event in the Virgo–Pisces set and arrives on the anaretic degree, making it especially intense. Solar eclipses tend to spur immediate action, and because this is both first and last in Virgo for the set, the drive to change routines, begin health projects, or restructure daily life can be strong.
However, the eclipse’s opposition to transit Saturn calls for caution: balance enthusiasm with discipline, practicality, and ethical consideration. Think through decisions before leaping into major lifestyle or work changes.
Notable New and Full Moons in 2025
Beyond eclipses, several New and Full Moons in 2025 carry significant energy worth noting.
Full Moon in Cancer: January 13, 2025
The year’s first Full Moon is potent because it aligns with Mars retrograde in Cancer. Mars turning retrograde can bring irritation and resurfacing frustrations, and combined with Cancer’s emotional sensitivity, reactions may feel intense and misplaced. This Full Moon can surface old emotional issues or baggage; facing them rather than reacting impulsively will prevent extended fallout. Mars’s retrograde runs through February 23, so allow extra time for resolution if tensions arise.
Full Moon in Libra: April 12, 2025
This Full Moon follows eclipse season and coincides with the end of Venus retrograde. Since Venus rules Libra, the lunation spotlights relationships and how we relate to others. After a period of introspection during the retrograde, this Full Moon encourages repair and strengthening of connections. Focusing on healthy, balanced relationships will support emotional stability moving forward.
New Moon in Cancer: June 25, 2025
The Cancer New Moon is especially fortunate: Jupiter enters Cancer earlier in June and lends expansive, supportive energy to home, family, and emotional matters. This New Moon favors improvements to living situations, reconnection with loved ones, and initiatives that nurture roots and security. It’s an excellent time for moves, family expansion, or beginning projects that support long-term emotional wellbeing. For many, this will be one of the most beneficial lunations of 2025.
New Moon in Scorpio: November 20, 2025
The late-year Scorpio New Moon is densely packed with planetary influences: it conjuncts Mercury retrograde and interacts with Uranus, Neptune, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter in ways that broaden its impact. Mercury retrograde suggests themes from the past re-emerging and opportunities for second chances. The Uranus opposition can bring restlessness and impulsivity, so aim for small, deliberate changes rather than sudden gambles. Support from Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune helps cooperation, commitment, and intuitive clarity. Intuition may feel heightened; trust meaningful insights that arise.
Parting Advice
That covers the key New and Full Moons and the four eclipses shaping 2025. Regardless of your sign, prioritize emotional self-care, healthy ways to release stress, and a willingness to adapt. Working with lunar and eclipse energy can bring growth and important life shifts when approached with patience and reflection.