How are we all feeling about September?

We know it’ll be a bit of a rocky start thanks to Mercury retrograde (and Saturn retrograde. And Venus retrograde. A lot of retrograde, basically), but preparation is power, and thus reading your monthly horoscope should help. We’ve got you covered with a forecast for each star sign for the month ahead, but before we get into the specifics, let’s take a general look at what’s coming up.

On 4 September, Venus finally gets out of its retrograde funk and goes direct in Leo, allowing you to go freely after your passions. Expect a fresh burst of enthusiasm in the realms of creativity and love. But on the same day, another retrograde begins. This time it’s Jupiter in Taurus. Don’t stress though, this won’t cause the same havoc as Mercury retrograde; instead, it just prompts a bit of a slowdown. This is a good time to reflect and plan.

There’s more opportunity for planning with the Virgo new moon on 15 September. That Virgo energy provides a great moment for you to really plant the seeds of your intentions. Have a think about what parts of your life you want to improve, then use the energy of the new moon to plot out the groundwork. On the same day, Mercury goes direct (finally) in Virgo – that means communication, travel and technology should be all-clear.

On 23 September, the sun enters Libra, marking the autumn equinox – when there will be equal time in day and night. This is a moment that encourages you to find balance – in work and play, inner and outer.

Finally, on 29 September, there’s an Aries full moon, which shines a spotlight on your desires and passions. This lunar event may bring intense emotions to the surface, urging you to confront what drives you and what holds you back. This is a time for remembering your power and charging ahead with peace and understanding. Embrace the courage to pursue your dreams and let go of what no longer serves you, as the radiant Aries energy propels you forward.

Now, let’s get into each star sign’s specific horoscope for September…

Your September horoscope is here: get ready for the new month with your star sign’s forecast