May is on the way, and with the new month come vibe shifts, new challenges and plenty of opportunities for growth. We’ll get into each star sign’s individual horoscope ahead, but first, let’s break down the planetary movements for the next few weeks.

We kick things off with Pluto in retrograde on 1 May (it’s not as disruptive as Mercury retrograde, so don’t panic). This will bring about a mood of introspection. We’ll be pushed to reflect on our inner power and what’s pushed us away from it. Get ready to get deep.

There’ll be another hit of this with the lunar eclipse in Scorpio on 5 May. Expect to feel a drive to double down on the inner work, with a possible breakthrough moment. This will be the final Scorpio lunar eclipse for a while, so it’s due to be an eye-opening moment.

Then on 7 May, Venus will enter nurturing Cancer. Prepare to feel a little tender around this point – some old wounds may be reopened, but that’s an opportunity to heal.

By the 15th, Mercury will be out of retrograde and direct in Taurus, which is great news. You’ll feel a real sense of stability at this mid-point of the month. Use this to reflect on what you’ve learned so far and work out how to put it to practical, concrete use.

The next day, Jupiter will enter Taurus, which will prompt a moment of reflection and inner conversation. That’ll be followed by the new moon in Taurus on 19 May, which is all about remembering our worth and recognising the value we bring to others. It’s a great time for self-care, which is handy because the day after that, Mars will move into attention-seeking Leo, which might make you feel a bit out of sorts – like you can’t get anything right. Blegh.

It’s all good, though. That dip will pass, and on 21 May, Gemini season begins. That means big social butterfly energy. Get ready for palomas with pals while the sun shines.

That’s the general mood for May, but how about the specifics? Read on for your star sign’s horoscope.

Your star sign’s monthly horoscope for May 2023