The Full Moon in Sagittarius occurs today morning at 7:52 a.m. EDT, when the Moon opposes the Sun in Gemini. The Full Moon is an emotional time, a time of passion, fertility, and relationships, as well as a time of culmination. The Sun in Gemini urges us to give greater attention to facts and reasoning, while the Moon in Sagittarius pushes us to think more broadly and intuitively. Sagittarius represents the search for significance and for concepts that go beyond the “here and now.” Gemini is at ease in its immediate surroundings, whereas Sagittarius encourages us to expand our horizons. Neglecting either end of the axis will backfire, so find a happy medium. This Full Moon is all about communicating, having a positive attitude, and having a spirit of adventure. It forms a square with Neptune, and new information could lead to a diversion from our goals currently. We must be wary of misinformation. Its harmony with Saturn, on the other hand, helps to ground us and draws on our perseverance and will to improve. Today, Mercury’s semi-square to Chiron suggests some hesitancy in making judgments. This transit pushes us to be more sensitive in our communication.
The Moon is void from 10:59 AM EDT, when it makes its final aspect before changing signs (a square to Neptune), to 6:15 PM EDT, when it enters Capricorn.
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In astrology, what is the full moon?
Full moons represent the beginnings of manifestation and climaxes (pun intended). This craziness has the ability to awaken everyone’s inner animal. While astrologers normally equate this side effect with desire, it can also lead to disputes, and statistics suggest that crime really increases during full moons. I don’t say this to suggest that every time a huge, lovely full moon appears in the sky, people suddenly turn into some modern millennial version of Michael J. Fox in the 1985 movie Teen Wolf; rather, it’s to emphasize how powerful these cycles can be on many people.
The waning phase follows the full moon, when the moon appears to shrink and is a lovely time for protective work. (If you’re interested in learning more, we’ve written a guide about moon phases and how to incorporate the lunar cycle into your magical practice, so check it out.) It’s a huge year for our planet’s gigantic disco ball, with a full moon in Capricorn in July that could bring prosperity to your professional life and a messy and dramatic Aries full moon in October. And if you think full moons are dramatic, wait until you see what happens during the two full moons and lunar eclipses that occur in sensuous Taurus and magnetic Scorpio in May and November.
What impact does the Moon have on humans?
Although there is no clear proof that the Moon has an impact on human mental and physical health, it has been observed in other organisms: corals, for example, appear to time their spawning according to the lunar cycle.
What about humans? Niall McCrae, author of The Moon and Madness, has criticized prior scientific studies that show a link between the Moon and health, but he does not rule out the possibility of a “lunar influence.”
“We can be confident that the Moon has little effect on most people’s life the most of the time, but we can’t rule out the potential that it plays a part among other environmental factors that affect our sleep, moods, and vigor, he says.
In his book The Moon, Richard Dunn states, “Convincing scientific proof that the Moon influences human biology or mental health has yet to be found.” “Nonetheless, its more visible impacts on Earth, such as light and gravity, as well as its regular cycles, have had a significant impact on how humans have lived their lives, whether through the ordering of time, navigation, or attempts to predict what the future might contain.
Rafael Ruiz’s ‘Impact of a Meteoroid During the Total Lunar Eclipse’ is the main image (Insight Investment Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2019)
What Moon phase are we in right now?
What is the Moon’s current phase? With our 2022 Moon Phase Calendar, you’ll be able to see when the next new Moon, first quarter, full Moon, or last quarter occurs for each of the 12 months of 2022, all tailored to YOUR zip code. There’s no need to convert to your local time manually! We also show the Moon’s current age and daily illumination percentages.
You can see Moon phases for all 12 months of 2022, as well as go backwards or forwards in time to see the Moon’s phase on any previous or future day.
- Calendar for the Full Moon What is the Date of the Next Full Moon?
- Full Moon Meanings and Names
- Time of Moonrise and Moonset
Why is the Moon tonight so large and orange?
When the Moon is still touching the horizon just after it rises, it appears to be very enormous. However, it’s really merely the outcome of your brain’s trickery.
Many people believe that our atmosphere magnifies the image, but the explanation is far more straightforward:
The Moon is dwarfed by the enormous hemisphere of the skies when it is high overhead, and appears to our eyes as a little disk in the sky.
When the Moon is low, on the other hand, it is seen in relation to earthly objects like chimneys or trees, whose size and shape convey scale. When your brain compares the size of the Moon to the size of trees, buildings, or other landmarks, the Moon appears gigantic!
Look again when the Moon is higher up on the horizon the next time you observe a massive Moon on the horizon. With nothing to compare it against, the Moon will appear much smaller.
What distinguishes the Moon illusion from a “supermoon”? Make sure you’re familiar with the supermoon so you don’t get them mixed up!
Why Does the Moon Appear Orange When Low in the Sky?
You may observe that the Moon appears to be more orange or red in hue when it looks extra-large towards the horizon. This is where the atmosphere of the Earth comes into play.
The Moon is farther away from you when it is low in the sky than when it is straight overhead. As a result, light reflected off a horizon-hugging Moon must travel a greater distance and pass through more air particles to reach your eyes.
The shorter wavelengths of light (the “blue ones”) have been scattered by the air by the time we experience this light, leaving only the longer wavelengths (the “red ones”) to reach our eyes. The bluish tones are so filtered out for us, and the Moon takes on an orange hue!
When the Moon is directly overhead, however, its light does not have to pass through as many air particles, allowing blue wavelengths to reach our sight.
The Moon Illusion: How to See Through It
Don’t trust what you’re seeing? Here’s how to shrink the Moon from its colossal size to something more manageable!
Close one eye and look at the larger Moon via the tube. It’ll appear to be normal.
Now close one of your eyes in the tube and open the other. The Moon has grown in size once more.
Observe the Moon with the tube while it is high in the sky and then again when it is low. Both times, the Moon will appear to be the same size.
What time does the Moon rise? Simply enter your zip code into the Almanac’s Moonrise/Set Calculator!
What is the current location of the Moon?
Currently, the Moon is in the constellation of Leo.
The New Moon is a time of rebirth, when we are given the opportunity to begin again. On November 1, 2005, at 8:25 p.m. EST, a New Moon in the passionate and regenerating sign of Scorpio will occur.
So, what does this imply for you? The Scorpio New Moon is an excellent time to commit to personal goals that reflect the positive energy of the Scorpion sign:
- tackle things that undermine us and take away our power (compulsive behaviors, addictions, large debts); take steps toward self-mastery and self-empowerment by confronting things that undermine us and take away our power (compulsive behaviors, addictions, large debts);
- recognize that endings and transformations are vital for our spiritual growth;
- work on how to blend with another person on a personal level without feeling as though we’ve lost ourselves;
- Instead of presuming that others share our ideals or should share our values, learn to strive to understand why some do not.
- build our own magnetism by focusing on character strength and depth;
- Release our apprehensions about confrontations and difficult emotional situations, knowing that, while unpleasant, they can lead to psychological healing;
- take constructive actions to better manage and handle our joint resources with a partner (or ex-partner).
This Fresh Moon is a period of new beginnings, so it’s a good time to start something new “It’s a difficult one since it’s squared by Saturn and Neptune, and it’s loosely opposed by retrograde Mars. Uranus’ trine appears to be its source of energy “a ray of hope In the fixed water sign of Scorpio, this lunation stresses a new beginning. It’s a good time to think about how we may incorporate some of the beneficial characteristics of the Scorpion sign, such as resourcefulness, focus, probing, depth, and perceptiveness, into our lives. Scorpio New Moons are ideal for honing our self-control abilities. We could wish to identify the things in our lives that make us feel out of control, such as addictions and debts, and concentrate on getting rid of them. This New Moon cycle is also an excellent time to consider what is missing in our lives that leads us to self-destructive behavior.
Scorpio is one of the zodiac signs “Instead of constantly being satisfied with the status quo, lessons entail learning to delve deeper into the mysteries that surround us. Taking the time to learn about other people’s motivations might improve our sentiments of intimacy, forgiveness, and significance. Scorpio also reminds us that focusing on a single meaningful connection or project can be far more fulfilling than spreading yourself thin. In this case, “It is important to prioritize quality over quantity. To assist add purposefulness and depth to our lives, we might wish to use this cycle to work on focusing on and developing one unique endeavor or connection.
At 9 degrees and 43 minutes of Scorpio, the New Moon will occur (943). In your own natal chart, where is that position? For a more individualized interpretation of the New Moon, look to the affairs of that house. More about the New Moon in the Houses can be found here.
What is the meaning of the moon in Scorpio?
Your Moon in Scorpio describes who you already are, while your Sun Sign describes attributes you are learning to develop and become.
You are likely to be sensitive and loyal if your Moon is in Scorpio, but you have strong emotional demands. Scorpio is a Water sign, meaning it is concerned with the emotional, psychological, and spiritual aspects of life. You’ll most likely come across as observant, forceful, and transformational.
Scorpio is also a Fixed sign, which means that when your emotions are aligned with something you want, whether it’s a friend/lover or an expected outcome, you’ll be consistent, tenacious, and hesitant to let go.
A sense of emotional well-being for you comes from having deep and honest relationships with people, which allow you to delve into the depths of life. You are likely to be a passionate person with a strong ability to connect on an emotional level, depending on other aspects in your horoscope. In your partnerships, you will seek intimacy and expect faithfulness in return.