Your May 2024 Andscape horoscope
This month has been anything but predictable. See what else the stars have in store for you
The remainder of Taurus season will most likely be anything but predictable. Picking up from where April’s Jupiter-Uranus alignment left off, we can expect this month to continue pushing us further away from anything stagnant, restrictive, or just plain boring. Instead, the current cosmic energy aims to push us closer towards innovation, progress, and liberation.
Fresh, energizing spring vibes are always great for starting anew or getting out of a rut. We even started the month with an auspicious new moon in Taurus that will enable us to plant the seeds needed to help us grow and flourish. Mercury’s stay in Taurus can aid us in blending practicality with imagination, leading us to great ideas, useful solutions, and valuable discussions.
By mid-month, Gemini season arrives and encourages us to enjoy the lighter side of life. While we should stay informed on what’s happening around us and beyond, being inundated with bad news can get depressing. Since Gemini season begins with Mercury, its planetary ruler, still in Taurus, we should aim to be thoughtful about the kind of information we’re sharing and absorbing.
May ends on a promising note with the Sagittarius full moon amplifying more hopeful, inspiring, and joyful vibes (which are sorely needed), while Venus in Gemini aims to get us socializing, flirting, and sharing laughs. The biggest planetary event of the month happens when Jupiter — the planet of growth, opportunity, and abundance — enters Gemini on the 25th. With Jupiter visiting Gemini for the next 12 months, we can create uplifting and meaningful experiences by making room for lightheartedness, friendship, and new ways of thinking.
Key Dates
- New Moon in Taurus – May 7
- Mercury enters Taurus – May 15
- Gemini season begins – May 20
- Full Moon in Sagittarius – May 23
- Venus enters Gemini – May 23
- Jupiter enters Gemini – May 25
Aries
Now that Mars is at home in Aries, you should feel more passionate and motivated than you’ve been in weeks. As multiple planets in productive Taurus visit your zone of values and money, including an auspicious new moon, you can harness this big burst of energy to secure a new job, hit your wellness goals, or pursue just about anything else. Just make sure you’re clear on your priorities and what you value so you can align yourself with the opportunities, projects, or commitments that are right for you.
The momentum for May continues to build as Gemini season arrives, putting the spotlight on your communication sector. Expect to be busy with several appointments, meetings, and projects this month, some of which may be money or work-related. The full moon in jet-setting Sagittarius could mark an exciting travel opportunity or the chance to share your knowledge or insight with a wide audience. Once charming Venus enters Gemini, followed by the start of Jupiter’s yearlong stay in Gemini, there will be plenty of opportunities to meet new people, engage in new experiences, and rekindle your excitement for learning.
Taurus
As attractive Venus travels through your sign during the first half of May, you may be moved to refresh or switch up your style, or your skincare or wellness routine. If you’ve been feeling run-down, ill, or overworked, tap into the restorative energy of the Taurus new moon to help you pour into yourself and fill your cup back up. Additionally, the new moon could mark the start of a promising new chapter or an important turning point for you. With brainy Mercury also visiting Taurus this month, you’ll be able to move forward with decisions and plans with clarity, purpose, and precision.
When the sun moves to Gemini and illuminates your zone of values and money, the attention turns towards your finances. Under the full moon in generous Sagittarius, you could receive needed resources or funding, have your student loans forgiven, or create a plan to decrease your overall debt. If it’s a new job or more cash that you want, bountiful Jupiter will be in Gemini for the next 12 months, helping you to increase your coins, while Venus will also be nearby to remind you of your worth.
Gemini
Before your birthday festivities kick off, you may still feel the urge to step back and reflect as multiple planets in mood-mellowing Taurus continue to travel through your zone of endings and retreat. Expect healing to be a theme under the new moon in Taurus. Consider it a great time to begin a spiritual practice or renew your relationship with spirituality as well as your relationship with rest. With mental Mercury also moving to Taurus, meditation, therapy, or taking some time to unplug could be beneficial.
Once the sun enters Gemini, you should feel a noticeable burst of energy, which will continue to increase as other planets enter Gemini as well. When Venus arrives, it can be a great time for self-pampering or a mini makeover, like a new hair color or cut. Meanwhile, the full moon in warmhearted Sagittarius aims to help you move on from an unsupportive relationship and reveal the folks who truly love you. However, the cosmos saves the best part of May for last when lucky Jupiter visits your sign for a 12-month stay. Under Jupiter’s helm, you’re about to receive some amazing blessings and opportunities. Happy Birthday to you!
Cancer
Community is a focus as planets in loyal and supportive Taurus visit your friendship sector. Whether you want to make new friends, build your professional network, or join a humanitarian cause, the new moon in Taurus paves the way for you to connect with others. While chatty Mercury is also in Taurus, expect invitations to events and gatherings to come rolling in. Since the new moon will also highlight your hopes and dreams, Mercury can help you put a plan together for reaching your goals.
Use the first half of May to get as much done as you can, because when Gemini season shows up and activates your rest and retreat zone, you’re going to be more in the mood to slow down and relax. The full moon in Sagittarius will aid you in chopping your to-do list down either in terms of completing a project or creating a better work-life balance. When Venus gets to Gemini, you’re encouraged to enjoy some alone time and reconnect with the spiritual side of life. Philosophical Jupiter’s visit to Gemini may mark a sabbatical of some kind or a period of spiritual growth.
Leo
Your career and your life’s mission continue to be a source of growth and evolution as planets in hardworking Taurus station themselves in your zone of achievement and recognition. The Taurus new moon is auspicious because it can support you in landing a new opportunity, making a bigger name for yourself, or pivoting in an entirely new direction. Some Leos could be stepping into more of a leadership role either in your field or industry or helping to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders. As brainy Mercury travels through Taurus, you could get a prestigious opportunity to share your insights or expertise with others or perhaps a green light on a contract or proposal.
As Gemini season increases your popularity, expect your network and your social life to increase too. The full moon in happy-go-lucky Sagittarius could be a celebratory one for you, either due to you getting a moment in the spotlight or the chance to let loose and have a good time. Venus visiting Gemini means that the social butterfly within you will be ready to emerge. When abundant Jupiter makes it to Gemini too, get ready to make some new friends and expand your sense of community.
Virgo
The cosmos encourages you to keep growing and exploring. With the help of the Taurus new moon, you may be inspired to take classes or workshops, visit another part of the world, or get involved with your local government. Intellectual Mercury also joins club Taurus this month, making it an optimal time to teach, publish your work, or connect with people across the globe. Keep yourself open to new possibilities, experiences, and viewpoints and you may be pleasantly surprised to see how much of the world opens up to you.
When Gemini season kicks off, your career and long-term goals become priorities. If you’ve been eager for a change in this area of your life, May marks an exciting turning point. Not only will you have magnetic Venus in Gemini helping you to forge valuable relationships with influential people, but when Jupiter, the giver of gifts, also enters Gemini for a yearlong stay, you’ll be poised to make some professional leaps and bounds. Meanwhile, the full moon in Sagittarius may bring up a home or family matter that needs your attention. Approach the situation with honesty and intuition, and you’ll achieve a positive outcome.
Libra
May might start out a bit reclusive and moody, but with all the change and transition you’re going through, it may be par for the course. On a positive note, the Taurus new moon, which activates your zone of security and transformation, can be instrumental in helping you find the resources, strength, or healing you need. It can also aid you in finding the courage and determination necessary to push past obstacles. When analytical Mercury gets to Taurus, you may be given a chance to improve your finances, find a solution to an ongoing problem, or improve your mental health.
The moody vibes begin to dissipate when the sun enters bubbly Gemini, your zone of opportunity and optimism. Too, the full moon in inspirational Sagittarius could bring some good or encouraging news. Venus in Gemini will also be working to get you excited about art and culture again, especially if it transports you to different parts of the globe. With Jupiter, the planet of travel and expansion, visiting Gemini until early June 2025, your world is about to get a whole lot bigger and your outlook increasingly brighter.
Scorpio
Taurus season continues to center your relationships and if there are any in your life that you’re not happy with, the cosmos gives you the go-ahead to start making some changes. The new moon in loyal and devoted Taurus can benefit you in terms of building new partnerships, which may include a professional or romantic connection. At the same time, it can also assist you in improving your existing bonds. As communicative Mercury journeys through Taurus, it will support you in talks and negotiations, meeting new people, and working through relationship issues.
When Gemini season arrives it will bring attention to your zone of intimacy and security. If there are any relationship problems for you to address, you’ll find that you’ll be able to get to the root cause. If the problem concerns money, imbalanced power dynamics, or trust issues, the full moon in truth-telling Sagittarius may highlight a need to work on your boundaries or sense of self-worth. On the plus side, Venus in Gemini can bring some ease to your life either financially or through outside support. When Jupiter in Gemini stops by for a lengthy visit, the renewal that you’ve been waiting for begins.
Sagittarius
Work and wellness may be big on your mind as May unfolds. Perhaps you’re on the search for a new job or you want to make improvements to your daily routine. With the Taurus new moon activating your zone of health and habits, the cosmos lends you some supportive energy to help you realize these goals. If you haven’t been feeling your best, this month is ideal for beginning a new wellness program and taking steps to get the care you need. Harness the pragmatism of Mercury in Taurus to help you get organized and on top of your responsibilities.
However, with so many planets packed into industrious Taurus this month, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with stuff to do. Though when Gemini season begins and illuminates your partnership zone, the power of teamwork and asking for help will save you. While in Gemini, Venus and generous Jupiter help you to connect with the right people in the spirit of love, allyship, and reciprocity. Meanwhile, the Sagittarius full moon could mark a personal milestone or turning point.
Capricorn
As the month gets moving, work may be the last thing you’re interested in. That’s because you’ll have a bevy of planets in lusty Taurus, including a new moon, beckoning you to indulge in more playtime, romance, and fun. Think of the first half of May as authorization from the cosmos to partake in as much joy and pleasure as possible. While curious Mercury also visits Taurus, plan to explore your creative ideas and interests, like a writing project or a hands-on crafting workshop. If you’re an artist or a creative professional, there will be a lot of juicy energy to work with.
Come Gemini season, it will be back to the grind as work and your day-to-day routine are highlighted. The full moon in Sagittarius may reveal a need for more rest or greater care for your emotional well-being. A job or project could also end around this time, freeing you up for something better or more fulfilling. Should this happen, don’t fret because magnetic Venus and lucky Jupiter will help you find a soft place to land when they move to Gemini later this month. Too, if you have wellness goals, Jupiter will also support you.
Aquarius
Multiple planets in grounded Taurus activate your home and family zone. You could be busy catching up on chores around the house, tending to loved ones, or tinkering around on your next big idea or project. Since the new moon in Taurus also activates this area of your life, there might be a new beginning of some sort happening in your home life. Maybe you’re planning to move or make some upgrades to your space, or maybe you’re ready to move forward with an important decision concerning your parents or family. It’s not uncommon to begin deep emotional work around a moon like this with the goal of self-love and nourishment, especially as Mercury in Taurus encourages you to get introspective.
However, come mid-month, you might feel like a butterfly emerging from your cocoon as the sun in Gemini illuminates your sector of fun and creativity, encouraging you to get out and play. The full moon in feel-good Sagittarius can be a wonderful time to gather and party with friends. Once seductive Venus gets to Gemini, expect your love life to take off. Fun-loving won’t be too far behind though, so get ready for your own year of yes.
Pisces
Your days might be filled with meetings, more commuting than usual, and catching up on email or other assignments as Taurus season sets your communication zone abuzz. All the while, this is also the kind of season when your mind is hungry for something new, making this month great for anything that piques your curiosity. Near the Taurus new moon, you might be inspired to do something like pick up a new skill, write the first draft of your book, or launch your newsletter or website. With chatty Mercury in the mix, it’s an ideal time for learning, self-promotion, and fleshing out ideas. The full moon in Sagittarius could mark a professional highlight.
Later, Gemini season spotlights home and family for you. You could be busy spending more time with your kin, particularly when Venus in Gemini arrives on the scene. Decorating your space, cooking, gardening, or enjoying some downtime at home is also a good way to harness Venus’s power. When abundant Jupiter heads to Gemini near the end of May for a 12-month long visit, your life may expand through moving or real estate, finding a deeper connection to yourself or your roots, or a new addition to your family.