This Week in Astrology June 15-21, 2025

This Week in Astrology: June 15-21, 2025

June 15th to 21st, 2025

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This week’s Moon
phase
Planets in signs and by aspect
Retrogrades
This week’s astrology calendar
Timing with the Moon
Romance & Relationship Report
Daily Trends

The Last Quarter MOON occurs on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, at 3:19 PM EDT. 

On Wednesday, the Last Quarter Moon is exact as the Sun in Gemini forms a square with the Moon in Pisces.

The Last Quarter Moon phase points to a crisis of consciousness of sorts. After basking in the awareness symbolized by the full light of the Moon at the time of last week’s Full Moon, we disperse our knowledge and come to a point when we need to sort out what works for us–and what doesn’t–in preparation for next week’s New Moon, when something new is born once again.

This is not the best time to start a major project, as the decreasing light of the Moon symbolizes descent into unconsciousness. It’s time to begin finishing up the details of what was conceived at the last New Moon. We might consider our recent revelations and process what they mean to us.

The Last Quarter Moon Chart:

This phase of the Moon occurs at 27 degrees and 48 minutes of Pisces square the Sun at the same degree of Gemini, affecting people with personal planets and points at approximately 26 to 30 degrees of the Mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) most significantly.

NEXT WEEK: 

The next moon phase will be on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 6:31 AM EDT, when the New Moon occurs in Cancer.

(Times are Eastern)

This week: The Sun is in Gemini until June 20th, when it enters Cancer; Mercury is in Cancer; Venus is in Taurus; Mars is in Leo to the 17th, when it enters Virgo.

The Sun is in Gemini from May 20-June 20. Knowledge and diversity motivate us with the Sun in Gemini. We are more sociable, intellectual, and insatiably curious under this influence. Due to this curiosity and awareness of all our options, we tend to scatter our energies. We are more communicative and versatile, but we can also be unreliable.

Gemini represents duality and mediation. Gemini’s energy is intelligent, optimistic, observant, and adaptable. It’s skeptical, ready to consider alternate ways of thinking. We’re prepared to trade, share, exchange, pblock on news, teach, guide, and learn.

We gather information during the Sun-in-Gemini cycle, and we benefit from this transit’s objectivity. We’re quick-witted, cheerful, engaging, and we easily adapt, observe, and listen–it’s a clever and crafty influence.

On the downside, we can be gossipy, overly intellectual, or too rational when a softer touch would be more appropriate. As we relay and process information, we could be living too much in our heads, disconnected from what’s in our hearts.

The Sun is in Cancer from June 20-July 22. We are self-protective and insular under this influence. Our attention turns to our nest–our families, homes, and anything that makes us feel “at home,” safe, and secure.

Nurturing and caring for our loved ones and pet projects come into focus. Emotions run deep, and we easily tune in to the world of feelings. Note that we are more in tune with the Moon while the Sun is in Cancer.

We may not want to grow up and face responsibilities or the outside world during the Sun-in-Cancer cycle. We should watch for dependence when we’d do better for ourselves otherwise. However, it’s a robust transit for recognizing our needs for comfort, safety, and familiarity. We’re inclined to form strong bonds and protect our loved ones.

Mercury is in Cancer from June 8-26. When Mercury is in Cancer, we move from the desire for quantity with information to the need for quality. We think, speak, and take in information on a deeper, more instinctive level. We have less interest in what is universal and more interest in what affects us personally and the people close to us. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions, making it more challenging to be objective.

We have outstanding and detailed memories during this cycle. We’re more likely to absorb information about the emotional background or atmosphere/setting around us, picking up on moods and tones in addition to facts.

While we may not have great confidence in our ability to generate new or original ideas, we have a well-developed sense of humor and radiate warmth in our communications. We take great interest in (and notice of) personal issues and interactions during this period. We don’t care much for intellectual stands if they’re devoid of a personal or heartful element, and we need intimate settings to express ourselves fully.

Venus is in Taurus from June 6-July 4. In Taurus, Venus is naturally very sensual, content, and possessive. We seek security and value those things that are long-lasting. Our appetite for pleasure is strong.

The sign of Taurus values the here and now and the world of the five senses. Tangible and physical expressions of love and romance figure strongly during the Venus-in-Taurus cycle. Holding on to someone or something we love is our tendency under this influence.

The shadow side of this is excessive possessiveness and treating our partners as objects that we own or want to own.

On the financial side, Venus in Taurus looks for high-quality, solid, practical, and long-lasting items. Holding on to our possessions is more likely now. With art, tastes, and pleasures, we prefer things that are earthy, natural, and grounded. We can be somewhat indulgent at this time. Uncertainty bothers us more than usual–we favor stability over excitement in love and pleasure.

Mars is in Leo from April 18-June 17. In Leo, Mars is proud, self-confident, and grand. We are spirited and have grand goals. We go after what we want in a direct, self-blockured manner, desiring dramatic results. We prefer not to worry about details, and take the least complicated route to our goals. The *** drive is strong, and pblockion for life is high.

Mars in Leo can awaken a competitive spirit or drive. We’re more willing to take risks to get what we want. We also tend to make a splash, and we want to be in the driver’s seat. This transit is pblockionate, ardent, and dramatic. We seek to appear strong and prefer to be in the lead or the center of attention. We can be particularly angry if we feel disrespected or in an undignified position.

Mars is in Virgo from June 17-August 6. In Virgo, Mars is somewhat of a workhorse. We have a pblockion for details, as well as a need to do the right thing at just the right time under this influence. The satisfaction of a job well done is one of your greatest incentives now. We are more precise and concerned about performance.

We’re more exacting and concerned with correctness and details in our work, output, or efforts. It’s a time of greater caution, skepticism, and discipline. We tend to focus on details and plans, sometimes losing sight of the bigger picture.

There can be a perfectionistic or workaholic streak. We have a greater interest in excelling or mastering a particular skill. Science and health are most appealing. This transit highlights work with details or requiring precision, such as surgery, bookkeeping, crafts, musical instruments, etc. It also spotlights attention to health and nutrition, the healing arts, and a great interest in how things work, techniques, mechanics, and systems.

It can be a time of irritability, tension, or nervousness. Attention to detail and technique is tremendous, although our vision or confidence may suffer if we limit ourselves. There can be competitive or inflamed situations with co-workers, work, routines, or healthcare.

Our standards for ourselves are high during this cycle, and we work hard to be accurate, precise, and efficient.

Jupiter is in Cancer.

Jupiter began its transit of Cancer on June 9th, 2025, and will continue its visit to the sign until June 30th, 2026. Read more about Jupiter’s transit of Cancer.

Saturn is in Aries from May 24th, 2025 to September 1st, 2025, and then from February 13th, 2026, to April 12th, 2028. Read about Saturn’s transit of Aries. (Saturn transits Pisces from March 7th, 2023 until May 24th, 2025, and Sep 1st, 2025, to Feb 13th, 2026. Read about Saturn’s transit of Pisces.)

Uranus is in Taurus.

Uranus transits Taurus from May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, and then from March 6th, 2019, until 2025/6. We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. Above all, we’re challenging what we previously valued during this cycle.

There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. In general, we’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money, are likely. Our income and the energy we put into making money can be variable.

Pluto is in Aquarius. Read about Pluto’s transit of Aquarius. Note that Pluto finally completed its journey through Capricorn on November 19th, 2024, from which time Pluto stays in Aquarius for many years to come.

Romance & Relationships

Venus is in Taurus from June 6 to July 4. In Taurus, Venus is usually quite content, but can be possessive. We seek security and value that which lasts. Our appetite for pleasure is strong. Taurus values the here and the now as well as the world of the five senses. Tangible and physical expressions of love and romance are most important now. Holding on to someone we love is our tendency under Venus in Taurus. The shadow side of this is excessive possessiveness and treating our partners as objects that we own or want to own.

This week: On Monday and Tuesday, our feelings and affections are animated. Transits heighten our senses and experiences in our relationships. Pblockions are strong. We’re motivated to make something special, connect, create, and mingle, and we respond well to friendly competition. It’s a time to seek a creative solution for inner dissatisfaction.

On Saturday, we’re reticent, not sure of our affections or more aware of the possibility that someone might not return our feelings. We can find several little things wrong with our relationships, or there can be some awkward energy in our interactions. We’re not very generous with our feelings (or money!), and insecurities can surface.

Venus, the Goddess of Love: Highlights in the Coming Week:

Venus in Taurus A love of music, an appreciation for sensual pleasures and others of the finer things in life – such are the signs of the cycle which has begun for you. This is aesthetic and artistic to be sure, but it is also practical and materialistic: you develop a keen appreciation for the value of things, including the money it takes to buy them.

Venus ***tile Mercury June 11. Favors playfulness in love and enhanced communication between partners. Romantic overtures, expressions of love and affection, making new social contacts. This is a time when promises, pledges, and clarifications (usually very positive!) are made in love relationships.

Venus parallel Mars June 16. Favors romantic and ***ual relationships. Intense pblockions.

Venus semi-square the Sun June 16-17. Irritations that seem to stem from others could be the reflection of our own inner uneasiness. Do your best to control yearnings for more and search for a creative solution for your inner dissatisfaction.

Venus semi-square Saturn June 21-22. Feelings of isolation, of not getting what we really want, and of not being loved the way we want to be loved can get in the way of pleasant relations with our partners.

Venus semi-square Neptune June 22. Romantic confusion as well as relationship ups and downs. Self-deceptions may come to light now.

Venus semi-square Jupiter June 23. We experience a strong desire for more pleasure in our lives, which can be excessive. Take care not to overstate your feelings or to set up unrealistic expectations in your partnerships.

Venus ***tile True North Node June 25-26. There is a stronger desire to connect to and belong with others at this time. We are more obliging and sociable.

The Void-of-Course Moon this Week:

Void-of-course Moon on Monday, June 16th, from 1:31 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Mars), until the Moon enters Pisces at 2:09 PM EDT.

VOC Moon on Wednesday, June 18th, from 5:34 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a ***tile to Uranus), until the Moon enters Aries at 7:08 PM EDT.

VOC Moon on Friday, June 20th, from 9:50 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a ***tile to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus at 9:53 PM EDT (a very short void period).

June 2025:

Timing with the Moon – Better Periods this Week for Electing New Initiatives

It’s important to note that there are more factors to consider in addition to the windows listed below. The following windows are starting points. For example, you generally don’t want to elect a new venture when a very challenging aspect is applying, and it’s preferable to elect a time when a particularly positive aspect hasn’t yet perfected (is applying rather than separating).

The Moon is waning this week, which is usually considered unfavorable for new beginnings, although with some exceptions. (See Best Time to Start a Business for more details).

According to principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity occurs this week on Wednesday, June 18th, from about 4:20 PM to 5:30 PM EDT, while the Moon is in Pisces. Another window occurs from approximately 7:35 AM to 9:45 PM EDT on Friday, June 20th, while the Moon is in Aries.

See also the following articles and tables: Timing with the Moon and Opportunity Periods with the Void Moon for times and techniques.

Planetary Stations & Sign Ingresses:

May 16, 2025
, 2:19 PM, Ceres enters Aries
May 20, 2025, 2:54 PM, Sun enters Gemini
May 24, 2025, 11:36 PM, Saturn enters Aries
May 25, 2025, 8:59 PM, Mercury enters Gemini
Jun  6, 2025, 12:42 AM, Venus enters Taurus
Jun  8, 2025, 6:58 PM, Mercury enters Cancer
Jun  9, 2025, 5:43 AM, Pallas Retrograde at 25 Aqu 14
Jun  9, 2025, 5:02 PM, Jupiter enters Cancer
Jun 14, 2025, 2:03 PM, Vesta Direct at  5 Sco 22
Jun 17, 2025, 4:35 AM, Mars enters Virgo
Jun 20, 2025, 10:42 PM, Sun enters Cancer
Jun 26, 2025, 3:09 PM, Mercury enters Leo
Jul  4, 2025, 11:31 AM, Venus enters Gemini
Jul  4, 2025, 5:33 PM, Neptune Retrograde at 2 Ari 11
Jul  7, 2025, 3:47 AM, Uranus enters Gemini
Jul 11, 2025, 12:00 AM, Juno Direct at 16 Sco 15
Jul 13, 2025, 12:07 AM, Saturn Retrograde at 1 Ari 56
Jul 18, 2025, 12:45 AM, Mercury Retrograde at 15 Leo 34
Jul 22, 2025, 9:29 AM, Sun enters Leo
Jul 30, 2025, 10:42 AM, Chiron Retrograde at 27 Ari 10
Jul 30, 2025, 11:57 PM, Venus enters Cancer
Aug  6, 2025, 7:23 PM, Mars enters Libra
Aug 11, 2025, 3:30 AM, Mercury Direct at 4 Leo 15
Aug 11, 2025, 5:38 PM, Ceres Retrograde at 16 Ari 48
Aug 22, 2025, 4:34 PM, Sun enters Virgo
Aug 25, 2025, 12:27 PM, Venus enters Leo

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day (this takes you to my other site, Astrology Cafe).

See also: The Astrology of 2025 – Overview or The Astrology of 2026 – Overview.

Explore more astrological events in my calendar.

Note: Times given are Eastern Time (ET).

This Week’s Calendar

This Week’s Aspects

Mars square Uranus. We have a tendency to take risks, to feel restless, and to act on sudden impulses without considering consequences. We blockert our wills and individuality powerfully, and we are willing to fight for freedom. We might feel rebellious in the face of rules and regulations, particularly those we might feel are outdated, or anything that requires us to conform. There may be changes in work schedules, or life’s cirblockstances could challenge us in such a way that we need to change our goals or actions. Energy is stop and go, and it can be hard to focus on only one activity.

Jupiter square Saturn. We’re forced to do things by the book, but may not want to. This is not the time to take shortcuts–they won’t work. When we think in big terms, or if we have the urge to expand, we confront obstacles or we are forced to face reality. Some re-structuring of our lives and of our business goals is now in order. We may be looking for new challenges, sometimes because we are forced to do so (because things are not going exactly as we had planned). We have a desire to grow and expand, but our attitude is tempered with some caution and feelings of restriction. There is no “easy fix” just now. It is best to breathe new life into old plans rather than to strike out with a new plan altogether. Take steps to grow, but don’t overextend yourself at this time or you are bound to face frustrations.

Mercury semi-square Uranus. We can have flashes of insight, but tend to be scatterbrained. Our ideas and communications may not be well-received because they don’t seem to others to carry weight. Our minds are not peaceful or harmonious under this influence, and irritable tempers, sarcastic speech, and dogmatism are negative expressions of this energy.

Mercury semi-square Mars. We are quick-witted and ready to argue under this influence. We may be working under stressful or hectic conditions, as we feel pressure to get things done quickly. We are inclined to be snappy and irritable, and we may too easily interrupt others rather than listen. Conflicts of interest are likely.

Sun ***tile Chiron. An opportunity to find a sense of purpose or a “mission” arises now, increasing our confidence. The desire to learn and grow through experiences and people is strong. We also want to see others thrive and encourage development, healthy choices, discovery, sincerity, healing, and openness. It’s an accepting, tolerant time. Problem-solving is in favor.

Sun semi-square Venus. Irritations that seem to stem from others could be the reflection of our own inner uneasiness. Do your best to control yearnings for more and search for a creative solution for your inner dissatisfaction.

Jupiter square Neptune. We may be misled easily under this influence–by others, or by our own unrealistic or inflated expectations. An inability to focus on important and realistic details, some disorganization, and extravagance or exaggeration are indicated. Routine seems to be particularly unsatisfying now. This is a time when we easily take a detour from a practical path. It can also be a time when we are disillusioned by something (or someone). Spiritual inspiration is a potential.

Mars quincunx Saturn. Awkward, stop-and-go energy. Attempts to force an issue tend to be thwarted. Indecision or fear can hold us back from taking direct action.

Mars quincunx Neptune. We can feel vaguely discontented and without direction under this influence. The tendency to be careless is also strong now. Poor judgment or laziness can prevent us from realizing our plans.

Note: Times given in the table/calendar above are Eastern Time (ET).

Daily Trends Calendar

See below for day-by-day forecasts and planets in signs. Explore Transit to Transit aspects.

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day – Astrology Cafe.

See also: The Astrology of 2025 – Overview

Astrology Chart of Today/Now in my Free Report section shows the current chart with interpretations.

What’s In Store By the Stars – Daily Astrology Trends

(as featured on the site’s main page and in our Daily Trends Calendar)

See also the Astrology Trends Calendar that includes these daily trend overviews and other astrological events such as ingresses, stations, and lunations.

JUNE 15

Mars forms a square with Uranus this morning, stirring an urge to break free of restrictions. This influence can point to combative, rebellious, and unpredictable responses. It creates an atmosphere that tempts us to take risks or act on impulses without considering the consequences. We may be too quick to satisfy immediate desires or to rebel if we feel at all confined or restrained. We can become frustrated with anything that requires us to conform, and we’re inclined to blockert our independence abruptly. Inner tension begs for release now, but we should avoid sudden moves.

Jupiter forms a square with Saturn today, and this is the final of three perfections of this outer-planet transit with longer-term influence. The previous perfections were on August 19th and December 24th, 2024, although these occurred while Jupiter and Saturn were still in Gemini and Pisces, respectively. Currently, Jupiter is in Cancer, and Saturn is in Aries.

With this transit, cirblockstances present us with an opportunity for personal or professional growth, although the rewards may be delayed. We must restructure our lives and plans in accordance with the rules, laws, limits, and demands of reality. Ultimately, this process can lead to a stronger, more resilient version of ourselves or our projects. However, this can be a time of temporary fluctuating finances, increased personal commitments, sudden obstacles to our goals, energy dips, or ups and downs with our faith/outlook. We might ask ourselves, “Why am I doing this?” What for?” or “What’s the point?” more frequently. There can be a sense that we’re not in the right place at the right time.

During this period, it’s crucial to breathe new life into old plans rather than strike out with a new plan altogether. We may need to make sacrifices in one area of our lives to grow in another. It’s important not to overextend ourselves now and to avoid attempting easy fixes or shortcuts. The need to adjust our expectations is a natural part of the process, and we may need to draw on our patience and perseverance to navigate current obstacles and challenges. The day can be complicated and frustrating but also pivotal.

With a Sun-Pallas trine this evening, we can experience a stronger desire to seek out meaning or purpose and mental stimulation. We see important patterns, and we’re incredibly motivated to solve problems.

JUNE 16

Mercury gets in between the separating Mars-Uranus square, forming semi-squares to both bodies. We can quickly come up with ideas or retorts, but we can be a little jumpy and snappy. There can be erratic elements to the day, most notably in our communications, thought processes, and outlook. We’re mentally excited but distractable. We may rush to complete something, share an idea, or communicate, but things could end up half-done if we’re impatient. We are bored with routine, which can signal a need for mental refreshment. If we sucblockb to the pressure to get things done quickly, we may be working under stressful or hectic conditions. These influences aren’t ideal for patience or listening skills. However, frustration could fuel our motivation to make a change. A Venus-Mars parallel boosts our desire to merge and create, and the Moon’s opposition to Mars stirs the pot a little further. Relationships or connections are tremendous motivators now, and interactions are buzzing. We can feel compelled to take action to create harmony, peace, and beauty. It’s also an excellent influence for physical expression, dancing, and arts.

The Moon continues its transit of fair-minded Aquarius until 2:09 PM EDT, when it heads into creative Pisces. The Pisces Moon encourages us to get in touch with our imaginative, compblockionate side. While it’s go-with-the-flow energy, dynamic transits keep us engaged and stimulated. We also head toward a Sun-Chiron ***tile later today, enhancing our interactions and problem-solving skills.

The Moon is void from 1:31 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Mars), until the Moon enters Pisces at 2:09 PM EDT.

JUNE 17

JUNE 18

The Moon is void from 5:34 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a ***tile to Uranus), until the Moon enters Aries at 7:08 PM EDT.

JUNE 19

JUNE 20

The Moon is void from 9:50 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a ***tile to the Sun), until the Moon enters Taurus at 9:53 PM EDT (a very short void period).

JUNE 21

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Moon Signs This Week:

When the Moon is in Aquarius

Attraction to all that is new and unusual, and an instinctive need for improvement, characterize the Moon in Aquarius. Reactions are more intellectual than emotional, and interactions are more impersonal than personal, under this influence. This is a time that promotes social gatherings, dealing with group ideals and goals for the future, brainstorming, new ideas, and progressive changes. We are open to new methods of doing things and we have our eye on the future. It can be hard to stick to schedules now, as personal freedom is most important to us.

The Moon in Aquarius generally favors the following activities: Unusual or radical undertakings, social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group.

When the Moon is in Pisces

 We may not want to face reality while the Moon is in dreamy, impressionable Pisces. It can be a wistful, sensitive, intuitive, and compblockionate time. We are especially imaginative, and our intuition reigns under this influence. Boundaries and walls come down, as Pisces energy merges and blends. It’s a time when details are overlooked and feelings defy description.

The Moon in Pisces generally favors the following activities: Imaginative undertakings, mystical or spiritual pursuits, inner development, music and drama, going on a retreat, activities involving water.

When the Moon is in Aries

We’re motivated by a strong desire to start fresh. A gut instinct to begin something new is with us now, as well as the gumption to do so. Our pioneering impulses are strong, and we feel energetic, spontaneous, and enthusiastic. We may also be tactless and impulsive now. Excess energy is best channeled into physical activity.

People can be more self-motivated and also self-focused while the Moon is in Aries. It’s a competitive rather than cooperative time. Accidents and tempers flaring are more likely than usual. This period is one of more personal courage.

The Moon in Aries generally favors the following activities: Quick actions that yield immediate results. Undertakings that involve the self and the personality. (Staying power may be lacking). Self-blockertion, taking on challenges, beginning short-term projects.

When the Moon is in Taurus

We are motivated by the desire for serenity, security, peace, and comfort. The Moon is at her most sensual and constant in Taurus. Our basic impulses are to relax, resist change, and “stop to smell the roses.” Life slows down a little, and we get comfortable. We may also be inclined to stubbornness and materialism under this influence.

While the Moon is in Taurus, people can be emotionally constant but inflexible. It’s a time of stronger focus on personal needs and comfort levels, and a period of more common sense and attention to practical matters.

The Moon in Taurus generally favors the following activities: Substantial and material actions that yield solid results. Financial activities, and those involving personal possessions, applying for a loan, beginning a potentially long-term relationship, music, home decor.

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The Astrology of 2025 – Overview

The Astrology of 2026 – Overview

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