March Cosmic Calendar

 

March 2nd: Mars enters Pisces ~ 9:15am
On Monday, March 2nd, Mars enters Pisces at 9:15am EST, where it will remain until April 9th. Here, the intuitive sensitivity of Pisces blends with the motivation and drive of Mars. There is a desire to act from feeling and instinct, and to move with the natural flow of events rather than pushing against the current. Direct confrontation can feel more difficult now, and anger may come through more softly or indirectly during this time.

Strong gut feelings may arise, and this transit can be especially supportive for artistic inspiration and creative work. Be mindful not to overextend yourself for others, as it may be harder to put your foot down and assert boundaries while Mars moves through Pisces.

Those with natal Mars in Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn, or Pisces may feel most supported by this energy and experience a boost in stamina and focus. If your natal Mars is in Aries, Leo, Libra, or Aquarius, this period may feel more neutral, neither increasing nor draining your energy. Those with natal Mars in Gemini, Virgo, or Sagittarius may feel somewhat depleted during this time and may benefit from intentionally slowing down, resting, and embracing a more go-with-the-flow approach.

March 3rd: Full Moon in Virgo ~ 6:37am // Lunar Eclipse
On Tuesday, March 3rd, we have a Full Moon in Virgo at 6:37am EST, which is also a total Lunar Eclipse that marks the close of the potent eclipse portal we’ve been moving through for the past two weeks. This Full Moon supports refinement, clarity, and clearing away chaos or excess confusion in your environment. This is an ideal time to simplify and increase your focus.

Cleaning and organizing are tangible ways to work with this energy, but you might also streamline your routines, remove unnecessary steps from your day, or intentionally create more space for peace and ease. Virgo Full Moons are especially supportive for reconnecting with nature through tending to plants, spending time with animals, or walking somewhere beautiful. If you can’t get outside, repot a houseplant or carve out intentional time with an animal companion.

This Lunar Eclipse is a “blood moon,” appearing crimson as Earth’s atmosphere filters and refracts red light onto the Moon during totality. It will be visible in the western United States, Australia, New Zealand, and East Asia.

Eclipse seasons can be highly charged and intense. Many people experienced illness (myself included!) or significant life changes over the past couple of weeks. As we emerge from this eclipse portal, you may find yourself gradually rebuilding your energy or feeling slightly ungrounded. Move slowly, be patient and gentle with yourself, and resist the urge to take on too much too quickly.

March 4th: Venus sextile Uranus ~ 11:40am 
On Wednesday, March 4th, Venus sextiles Uranus at 11:40am EST, bringing opportunities for gentle, easy shifts. This is a supportive day for trying something new with your appearance, as Venus rules beauty and personal style. A haircut, a new outfit, or a different scent could feel refreshing, or you might feel inspired to reorganize your space or move things around at home.

Creative ideas may arrive that feel like a natural evolution of where you are right now. Subtle changes could also emerge within friendships or relationships. Because the sextile is one of the softest astrological aspects, any shifts are likely to feel organic and manageable, and more like a gradual unfolding than a sudden disruption.

March 5th: Sun trine Jupiter ~ 12:13pm
On Thursday, March 5th, the Sun trines Jupiter at 12:13pm EST, a pleasant transit that we feel throughout the day. This is an optimistic and expansive influence that helps us see things in a more hopeful light, or at least sense that we’re moving in a brighter direction.

If you’re still having a difficult day, that’s okay! This transit can offer perspective, reminding you that tough moods and challenging situations are temporary. It’s especially supportive of generosity and goodwill, so if your spirits are low, consider volunteering, offering support, or simply sharing a kind word with someone.

Confidence may come more easily now, but if it doesn’t, you can still work with this energy by leaning into a “fake it till you make it” approach and allowing small acts of optimism to build momentum.

March 6th: Venus enters Aries ~ 5:45am
On Friday, March 6th, Venus enters Aries at 5:45am EST, where it will remain until March 30th. Venus is considered to be in detriment in Aries, as this sign sits opposite Libra, one of the signs Venus rules.

Venus in Aries brings a bold, direct, and impulsive approach to love, creativity, and connection. This energy supports going after what you want and leading with passion rather than waiting to be noticed. While this can show up in romantic matters, it also applies to creative projects, personal desires, and any area of life where you’re ready to take initiative. Independence is emphasized, encouraging you to carve your own path rather than relying on others to set the pace. Fighting for love or for what you truly care about may be a theme over the coming weeks. You may also find that your creative energy needs novelty and excitement, as boredom can set in quickly if things feel stagnant or repetitive.

Those with natal Venus in Aries, Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, or Aquarius may feel especially energized during this transit, experiencing a boost in relationships and creative expression. Those with natal Venus in Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, or Pisces may notice this energy less strongly. If your natal Venus is in Cancer, Libra, or Capricorn, this period may ask you to be more assertive than feels natural, and to rely on your own initiative more than you might prefer. Trust your strength and know that you’re capable of doing what needs to be done.

March 7th: Sun conjunct Mercury ~ 6:01am // Venus conjunct Neptune ~ 6:27am
On Saturday, March 7th, we have two major transits unfolding early in the morning. At 6:01am EST, the Sun conjuncts Mercury in Pisces, also known as Mercury Cazimi, while Mercury is retrograde. This alignment can sharpen the mind and bring sudden flashes of insight or clarity. Because Mercury is retrograde, ideas from the past may resurface, or you may reconnect with concepts you once felt excited about. It’s a supportive day for revisiting old projects, drafts, or conversations that still hold meaning for you.

Then, at 6:27am EST, Venus conjuncts Neptune in Aries. This transit is imaginative, passionate, and infused with longing. It encourages you to dream boldly and feel inspired to bring those dreams into form. Interactions with others may feel heightened or almost fated, with moments of deep connection where boundaries soften and understanding feels intuitive or even telepathic.

March 8th: Venus conjunct Saturn ~ 9:39am
On Sunday, March 8th, Venus conjuncts Saturn in Aries at 9:39am EST. After the dreamy and inspired energy of the past couple of days, this transit may bring a return to reality. Relationships could feel more serious, strained, or tested, and practical concerns like finances, time constraints, or outside pressures may need your attention.

This energy responds best to discipline, focus, and a realistic, grounded approach. Leaning into responsibility and acceptance can help strengthen your resolve. You may find commitments deepening, whether within a relationship or in your personal dedication to a project, goal, or path.

If certain connections or situations lack a solid foundation, they may begin to fall away now, or enter a process of restructuring or release. Saturn’s influence isn’t about loss for its own sake, but is instead about strengthening what’s built to last and clearing space for what isn’t.

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March 9th: Mercury trine Jupiter ~ 1:23am 
On Monday, March 9th, Mercury trines Jupiter at 1:23am EST, a transit we’ll feel throughout the day. This is a hopeful, expansive influence that supports brainstorming, idea sharing, and big-picture thinking. It’s especially helpful for writers, teachers, and other creatives who work with words or storytelling.

With Mercury currently retrograde, your attention may turn back to past ideas, unfinished concepts, or old storylines ready for a second life. This is a supportive time to revisit a writing project, refine something you’ve already started, or reconnect with someone from your past for a meaningful conversation, philosophical exchange, or friendly debate. Thoughts tend to flow more easily under this energy, and you may find it easier to express yourself with clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of your voice.

March 10th: Venus sextile Pluto ~ 2:52am // Jupiter retrograde ends ~ 11:29pm
On Tuesday, March 10th, we experience two major transits. At 2:52am EST, Venus sextiles Pluto, an influence we’ll feel throughout the day. This aspect supports deep emotional shifts and increased magnetism within relationships. You may feel strongly drawn to someone, or sense that you’re moving through something meaningful and transformative with another person. Because this is a sextile, the intensity is present but manageable and is more inviting than overwhelming. Deeper, more authentic connections are emphasized now, while surface-level interactions may feel less satisfying.

Later, at 11:29pm EST, Jupiter stations direct, ending its retrograde period that began on November 11th. After months of internal reflection, reassessment, and working through personal or philosophical blocks, the focus begins to shift outward again. This change can restore a sense of forward momentum, helping you feel more confident, optimistic, and willing to take bold steps in the months ahead.

March 13th: Mars conjunct North Node ~ 5:58pm
On Friday, March 13th, Mars conjuncts the North Node of the Moon at 5:58pm EST. This is a highly karmic transit that can accelerate growth, sometimes through sudden or unexpected change. You may feel propelled forward quickly, or experience a strong inner pull to shift direction without fully understanding why. This is pioneering energy that encourages you to step into unfamiliar territory. Moving beyond ego-driven reactions and aligning with your deeper instincts will help you work with this transit in a grounded way. The more you trust your authentic impulses, the more you align with this meaningful and powerful energy.

March 15th: Mercury conjunct Mars ~ 4:07am
On Sunday, March 15th, Mercury and Mars meet in a conjunction in Pisces at 4:07am EST. This transit brings alignment between the mind (Mercury) and body (Mars), supporting clearer decision-making and the motivation to follow through. With Mercury still retrograde, this is an especially helpful time to tackle tasks or projects that have been lingering unfinished. The energy favors planning, brainstorming, organizing your next steps, and building confidence in your direction. Communication may feel more direct or sharp. This is helpful when you need to speak honestly, but it could also come across as overly blunt. Take a moment to slow down and think before speaking to avoid unnecessary friction.

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March 17th: Mercury conjunct North Node ~ 1:08pm
On Tuesday, March 17th, Mercury forms a conjunction with the North Node of the Moon at 1:08pm EST, though this is a transit we’re likely to feel throughout the entire day. Mercury is currently retrograde, so we last experienced this alignment on February 12th. Today carries a similar energetic tone, offering an opportunity to revisit themes or conversations that surfaced around that time.

This transit can deliver ideas or realizations that feel sudden yet hopeful, inviting us to take action. We may find ourselves presented with another chance in a particular area of life, and the question becomes whether we’re willing to move forward this time around. While the circumstances may not be identical, the underlying energy may feel strikingly familiar.

With a New Moon arriving tomorrow, we are also in the dark moon phase, which can heighten our need for rest and reflection. You may feel more introspective than usual, or find that you need extra time to recharge after socializing.

March 18th: Venus square Jupiter ~ 12:08pm // Sun sextile Uranus ~ 4:20pm // New Moon in Pisces ~ 9:23pm
On Wednesday, March 18th, we have a busy day in the skies. We begin with Venus squaring Jupiter at 12:08pm EST. This transit can lean toward overindulgence, so be mindful of spending too much money or spreading yourself too thin with social plans and activities. Our feelings may be big and all-consuming, but leaning into the passion of the day can also spark creative and artistic inspiration.

Later, the Sun sextiles Uranus at 4:20pm, helping us shake out of a rut and inviting in some fun and excitement. Sticking to too rigid a schedule today may feel limiting or uncomfortable. This transit favors trying new things and letting your mood guide the flow of the day rather than adhering strictly to a calendar.

The New Moon in Pisces perfects at 9:23pm, bringing a deeply internal and spiritual lunation. This energy can heighten our emotional awareness, and feelings may feel especially powerful today. It may also be easier to access creativity and ideas that feel spiritually inspired or arrive in a stream-of-consciousness way. This New Moon is well suited for connecting with your intuition, spiritual practices, and deeper emotional currents to gain clarity about what you want and what may come next.

While the day carries a fun and exciting tone, it could also feel like a LOT at times, and emotions ebb and flow. Tomorrow is the final day of Pisces season, so savor this last wave of oceanic Piscean energy.

March 20th: Sun enters Aries ~ 10:45am // Mercury retrograde ends ~ 3:32pm
Happy Aries Season and astrological New Year! The Sun enters Aries today, Friday, March 20th, at 10:45am EST, marking the beginning of a new year on the zodiacal calendar.

Aries Season favors new beginnings, fresh starts, and trying new things. We may feel more inclined to lean into our impulsive side, embrace greater confidence and directness, and worry less about fitting in with the group. It’s okay to be independent and do the things you want to do. Go see that movie your friends aren’t interested in by yourself, or take a little day trip to a museum even if no one can join you. Of course, this is always okay, but during Aries Season we may find it easier to tap into our boldness and do things that feel a little scary or intimidating.

Aries, Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, and Aquarius placements often love Aries Season the most and may feel especially uplifted during this time.

Today also ushers in a new season, as we experience the Vernal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and the Autumnal Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere. The equinox is a time of balance, when day and night are in equilibrium, which can help us feel more grounded and centered. In the North, it marks a time of fresh starts and rebirth, while in the South it invites a turning inward and contemplation of change.

Later in the day, Mercury retrograde ends at 3:32pm EST as Mercury stations direct at 8 degrees Pisces. Mercury has been retrograde since February 26th and spent this entire period in the sign of Pisces. As we emerge from the retrograde, we may begin to experience greater clarity and notice fewer mishaps, delays, and miscommunications. Personally, this retrograde seemed to carry a lot of waiting for me. Things that felt like they should have resolved quickly often took days or even weeks to complete. Leaning into patience has been helpful.

Mercury will continue moving through its retrograde “shadow” until April 9th. This means it will take until that date for Mercury to return to the exact degree it was at when the retrograde began in February. Because of this, we may still notice a few lingering themes from the past resurfacing, along with some final tests or lessons emerging over the next couple of weeks.

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March 21st: Mars trine Jupiter ~ 8:01pm
On Saturday, March 21st, Mars trines Jupiter at 8:01pm EST, a transit we’ve likely felt building over the past few days and one that will continue to influence us through the weekend and into early next week. This is a positive, energizing alignment that can increase our physical energy and excitement levels.

Mars trine Jupiter can boost courage, motivation, and confidence, helping us tap into bursts of focus and direction that make it easier to accomplish tasks or move through a project more quickly than usual. It’s a great time for an adventure, getting some physical exercise, or finally tackling something you’ve been meaning to get to. This transit is also especially supportive for athletes or anyone engaging in healthy competition, as it encourages enthusiasm, stamina, and a spirited drive to succeed.

March 22nd: Sun conjunct Neptune ~ 7:18am
On Sunday, March 22nd, the Sun forms a conjunction with Neptune in Aries at 7:18am EST. This is a sensitive and compassionate transit that can make it easier to tune into the energy and emotions of others. We may feel especially inspired by what we encounter in the world and notice beauty more readily. Imagination is heightened under this influence, which can be helpful for creative projects or for seeing life through a more imaginative lens than usual. This transit can also make it easier to access spiritual or intuitive realms.

Sun/Neptune alignments are among the more intuitive transits, making this a lovely time for meditation, reflection, or giving yourself the space to connect with your inner world and the subtle energies around you.

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March 23rd: Mercury conjunct North Node ~ 2:01am 
On Monday, March 23rd, Mercury enters a conjunction with the North Node of the Moon at 2:01am EST, a transit we’ll feel throughout the day. This is the third time we’ve experienced this alignment in just over a month due to Mercury’s retrograde. Because of this, you may notice a connection between the dates February 12th, March 17th, and today, with similar themes arising across these periods.

Today’s transit offers an opportunity to approach these repeating themes with greater clarity and hindsight. New ideas may emerge, or conversations could open doors and allow for meaningful change. There may also be karmic pushes encouraging you to speak up, initiate communication, or take a risk in expressing something that’s been on your mind.

March 25th: Sun conjunct Saturn ~ 4:55am // Sun sextile Pluto ~ 2:16pm
On Wednesday, March 25th, we experience two major transits involving the Sun. First, the Sun forms a conjunction with Saturn in Aries at 4:55am EST. This is a potent transit for taking responsibility and stepping up to get things done. It can feel a bit heavier, as it heightens cautiousness and maturity and isn’t especially lighthearted in nature. However, it’s excellent for tackling work and tasks that have been piling up, supporting productivity and focus. Please be mindful to not to be too hard on yourself or others today.

Later, the Sun forms a sextile with Pluto at 2:16pm EST. This constructive transit supports personal transformation and self-improvement. It can also enhance magnetism and the ability to command attention in group or intimate settings. As the gentlest expression of a Sun/Pluto connection, it encourages growth and change without the intensity or discomfort that can sometimes accompany this pairing.

March 26th: Venus conjunct Chiron ~ 6:44pm
On Thursday, March 26th, Venus forms a conjunction with Chiron at 6:44pm EST. This influence can be felt throughout the day and into the early hours of Friday. This transit tends to highlight wounds related to relationships, self-confidence, and past heartbreak. It can amplify insecurities in these areas, leaving emotions feeling tender and close to the surface.

At the same time, this alignment can open a powerful doorway for healing. We may realize that many of the feelings surfacing now are rooted in the past rather than the present moment. This awareness can help us recognize recurring patterns and begin the process of working through them, offering an opportunity to move toward deeper emotional healing.

March 28th: Saturn sextile Pluto ~ 6:12pm
On Saturday, March 28th, Saturn forms a sextile with Pluto at 6:12pm EST. Saturn is currently at 5 degrees Aries while Pluto sits at 5 degrees Aquarius. This aspect will remain active for the next two months, making it a significant transit of 2026.

The last time these two planets interacted closely was in 2020, when they met in conjunction. A sextile is a much gentler and more cooperative aspect, but with Saturn and Pluto involved it can still signal profound and lasting change. Here we see the potential for practical, real-world transformation to emerge through innovation, fresh insight, and deliberate restructuring. This transit often appears when unstable or outdated systems begin to break down so that stronger, more sustainable structures can take their place.

Looking back to 2020, we can see how dramatically the world shifted during that Saturn/Pluto conjunction. Conjunctions between these planets often coincide with explosive events that shake the foundations of society, such as wars, economic shifts, and pandemics. In the years that follow, supportive aspects like the sextile tend to help us rebuild, as Saturn works to create structure with the help of Pluto’s deep transformative force.

We can also consider whether a sextile is "waxing" or "waning". This one is a waning sextile, meaning we are moving away from the 2020 conjunction rather than approaching a new conjunction. The energy is gradually dispersing and shifting toward consolidation and rebuilding. Compare this to the Saturn/Pluto sextile of 2012–2013, which was a waxing sextile. This was an aspect that carried mounting energy and planted the seeds for the eventual 2020 conjunction.

Over the next year, we may see new systems, policies, or frameworks emerge that attempt to address the instability and uncertainty that began in 2020. In many ways, we are living through an exceptionally charged astrological era, one not seen with this level of intensity since the late 1960s. This heightened period may last until around 2032, when the collective atmosphere could begin to settle.

The next five to six years will likely be especially pivotal. This is a reminder that where we choose to place our energy, time, and resources truly matters. Even small contributions ripple outward, shaping the larger world around us. With Saturn now in Aries, there is a strong message that it’s never too late to begin. Bold action, initiative, and courage all help build the future you want to see.

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March 30th: Venus enters Taurus ~ 12:00pm
On Monday, March 30th, Venus enters Taurus at 12:00pm EST, where it will remain until April 24th. Venus is at home in this sign it rules over, able to operate at its fullest expression. During this time, we may feel a boost in creativity and a heightened ability to notice and appreciate beauty.

Venus in Taurus is slow, sensual, and indulgent, inviting us to savor the present moment through all five senses. Take your time to enjoy the scenery on your commute, notice the smell of the breeze, the patterns in the clouds, the sound of birds. Take in the magic in every small detail.

This is a beautiful time for connecting with nature, building stability in relationships, saving money, and leaning into comfort (an excellent time to take naps!). Be mindful of overindulgence through overspending and impulsive purchases. Risky choices in love, friendship, or business may not play out well under this influence.