2024 September Monthly Horoscope

Your definitive guide to the month

     Happy Virgo new moon! Somehow we’ve found ourselves in month nine of 2024, celebrating the 9th new moon of the year. That’s right, it is officially September. How we got from January to now, I’ll never know, but what I do know is that this month has its fair share of planetary transits. And there is at least one planetary transit that is guaranteed to shake up your world even more than the realization that summer is nearly o-v-e-r. 

     No, it’s not Uranus retrograde, which kicks off the month. It’s not even the Virgo new moon on Sept. 2 (aka today) or eclipse season, which starts Sept. 17. It’s Pluto retrograde in Capricorn. That’s right, the outer planets—Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, and now Pluto—are all in retrograde motion, meaning the universe is hitting rewind on some unresolved issues. If you thought you had tied up loose ends, think again. This month is all about revisiting the past, making necessary tweaks, and maybe even giving the cosmic middle finger to anything that’s holding you back. 

     These retrogrades have already impacted me! My book release for Jupiter Returns has been pushed back a few days, but it is very nearly finished and I CANNOT be more excited. (Seriously, as we’ve finalizing edits and formatting for the novel, I’ve just fallen more in love with it. It’s hilarious! It’s heartfelt! And it’s soooo much fun!! I’ll be posting another chapter of the novel THIS WEEK). Anyway, that’s the general gist of September. Here’s the actual astrology:

• Sept. 1 - Uranus stations retrograde, 27°

• Sept. 1 - Pluto Rx re-enters Capricorn, 29°

• Sept. 2 - Virgo New Moon, 11°

• Sept. 4 - Mars enters Cancer

• Sept. 9 - Mercury enters Virgo

• Sept. 17 – Eclipse season begins with the Lunar Eclipse in Pisces, 25°

• Sept. 22 - Sun enters Libra

• Sept. 22 - Venus enters Scorpio

• Sept. 26 - Mercury enters Libra

     As you can see, I have not gone into great, GREAT detail about each and every planetary transit happening this month; I save such things for the weekly forecast. However, because this month essentially starts on a new week, I’ll go into those details as I explore the major astrology in the works. That said, let’s dive in, shall we?

Sept. 1 - Pluto & Uranus Rx

     On September 1st, Uranus joins the retrograde parade, staying in reverse until January 2025. This pulls focus to the Taurus part of your chart, and all the ways you are still yearning to either shake things up, wake things up, or rebel against the status quo and do things differently. Also happening on Sept. 1, Pluto re-enters Capricorn for one final hurrah before it takes up permanent residence in Aquarius on November 19th.

     Pluto’s last lap in the 29th degree of Capricorn is like a final exam on the lessons of stability, power, and transformation. The 29th degree is a fame degree, a critical degree, and an anaretic degree. You might be reckoning with something BIG. (Your horoscope for Anaretic Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn drops this Friday!)

     Expect some pushback this month, especially when it comes to transformation. The status quo isn’t going down without a fight, so brace yourself for some serious resistance—whether in your personal life or the world at large. But remember, this is the turning point. Are you ready to step into the new world, or are you clinging to the past like a millennial with a flip phone?

Sept. 2 - Virgo New Moon

     Feeling a little sluggish? You’re not alone. The New Moon in Virgo on Sept. 2 is all about getting your life in order, but with Mars in Gemini squaring Neptune Rx in Pisces, it might feel like you’re trying to organize a sock drawer while underwater. The vibe is sober, maybe even a bit blah, so make sure you’re taking care of yourself—physically and mentally. It’s all about balanced living right now, so eat your veggies and keep your energy levels in check. You’ll thank yourself later. Get YOUR Virgo New Moon horoscope here. 

Sept. 7 - 14 - Mid-Month Musings

     September 7th to 9th is when things start to get interesting. Mercury in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus, and the Sun in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces. Translation: your curiosity is piqued, and you’ve got the discipline to tackle those big, overwhelming tasks you’ve been avoiding. New solutions might come out of nowhere—be open to them. By the 9th, Mercury slips into Virgo, urging you to methodically sort through whatever insights you’ve just stumbled upon.

     By September 12th, the Sun squares Jupiter, and Venus trines it on Sept. 14. This is your cosmic green light to finally tackle those projects you’ve been neglecting. Want to bring some beauty and harmony into your daily grind? Now’s the time. Just don’t go overboard with the indulgences—Jupiter can be a bit of a glutton.

Sept. 17 – Eclipse Season Begins

     Here’s where things get mystical. The Full Moon in Pisces on September 18th brings a partial Lunar Eclipse, complete with a strong Neptune vibe. This eclipse is a cosmic nudge to check your boundaries—both inner and outer. If your life’s structures are solid, you could receive some divine downloads that will serve you well in the weeks to come. If not, it might be time for a major course correction. The good news? The Sun-Uranus trine on the 19th is your cosmic cue to embrace restructuring with open arms. Change is in the air—don’t resist it.

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End-of-Month Shenanigans

     As the month winds down, the cosmic energy shifts with the Sun, Venus, and Mercury all changing signs. The Sun opposes Neptune on the 21st, and Mercury squares Jupiter. These transits bring a mix of progress and confusion—like trying to juggle while riding a unicycle. Stay focused, make decisions, and don’t get lost in daydreams.

     The Autumn Equinox on Sept. 22nd ushers the Sun into Libra, trining Pluto on its way. Relationship drama might bubble up, especially with Venus squaring Pluto and then diving into Scorpio on the 23rd. It’s a great time to reflect on your needs and have those clarifying convos. Deepening your bonds or opening up to new connections is highly favored right now.

     Mercury moves into Libra on the 26th, forming a trine with Pluto. Conversations require tact and an open mind—no jumping to conclusions. The end of the month wraps up with a Mars-Saturn trine on September 30th, just in time for the Sun to cozy up to Mercury and the South Node. Words spoken now carry serious weight, so choose them wisely.

Final Thoughts

     September’s vibe is all about balancing security and freedom. It’s a time for self-reflection and making those hard decisions that set you up for success. The outer planets in retrograde are asking you to review and revise, Pluto’s last stint in Capricorn is pushing you to let go of the old, and the lunar eclipse is your cue to get clear on your boundaries. It’s a month of deep transformation—embrace it, and you’ll come out stronger on the other side. 

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