By Narayana Montúfar
The end of our 2023 journey begins on Thursday, December 21, when the sun renews itself by entering Capricorn, the last cardinal sign of the zodiac. Strong and stoic, Capricorn season kicks off winter in the Northern Hemisphere, heralding a time of both celebration and revision. Ask yourself the deepest, toughest questions instead of charging ahead with goals this year. After all, Mercury is retrograde until January 1.
The December 26 full moon—the last lunar event of the year—could be a confusing time for many of us. Something may get dissolved from your life, which will usher in the sense of finality. Stay optimistic if this rings true to you, as this lunation could also redirect your path toward more authenticity. Avoid impulsive decisions and embrace the inner quest!
The last three days of the year are absolutely golden, inspiring you to close the year on a high note! On December 29, Venus enters festive Sagittarius, followed by lucky Jupiter going direct on December 30. You are now beginning to realize why certain setbacks were necessary, and are feeling more appreciative of the learnings you’ve received in the past four months. On December 31, a harmonious connection between the Virgo moon, the Capricorn sun, and Jupiter in Taurus carries us into 2024! Get ready to start the year on a stable, grounded, practical footing.
What would you like to build for yourself in 2024? Don’t be afraid to get deep—what is your life’s legacy? Focus on answering these questions between January 1 and January 10—but don’t set any intentions yet. Your time to act arrives on January 13, right after the lucky and ultra-powerful January 11 new moon. Featuring strong appearances from Jupiter, Mercury, and Mars, nothing can stop you under this dark moon!
Your Horoscope for Capricorn Season 2023
Aries
Capricorn rules your zone of career and public reputation, Aries. So even though you might be partying hard—you’ll probably be working harder! After all, this is a manifestation period for you. The December 26 full moon could make you anxious and spread too thin, so try practicing self-care and mindfulness now as much as possible.
On December 30, Jupiter goes direct in your financial sector, unleashing a period of good luck. A raise or the promise of a large bonus could arrive between now and January 13. But your biggest help of all this season is Mars. As your planetary ruler enters Capricorn – its absolute favorite zodiac sign – on January 4. Between then and February 12, there is little you can’t accomplish! Build off this productive energy on January 13, when Mercury enters your career section by setting some ambitious, yet realistic career goals. This can be a fruitful time if you’re willing to put in the work.
Taurus
You will most likely love what this season has in store for you, Taurus. The Capricorn sun will activate Jupiter’s spiritual and affluent energy as the lucky giant wakes up from its four-month retrograde in your sign! Circle the days between December 29 and January 1, as well as January 9 and January 12, as some powerful days to receive good news and make bold moves.
Relationships are another area of life in which you will feel blessed. If single, Venus in Sagittarius between December 29 and January 22 could set you on a quest to find love—or get extra cozy with your darling if already attached. The January 12 waxing moon is ideal for creating a short-term plan, trying to capitalize on the expansive presence of Jupiter in your sign until May 25, 2024.
Gemini
For you, Gemini, Capricorn season happens to be one of your most introverted times of the year. By activating your sector of intimacy and transformation, the sun will have you either focusing on deepening a relationship or diving deep into esoteric practices. You will notice that it is in sacred silence and while in a state of meditation when you reach your biggest aha moments. Mark December 30, January 9, and January 12 as some of your best moments for reaching a deep state of transcendence.
From December 29 to January 22, Venus graces your relationship sector, bringing rapport with besties, friends, and perhaps a new lover! Mercury goes retrograde on January 1, but the fog of confusion doesn’t really begin to dissipate until January 13. So, until then, avoid making an impulsive decision—especially pertaining to your relationships or career.
Cancer
December promises to be a busy month full of social events, relationship developments, and a heavy workload. An important conversation takes place around the December 26 full moon, which happens in your sign. The thing to remember is that words have extra power now, and have the ability to hurt but also heal!
The days between December 29 and January 3 could see you rushing to finish an important project at work. However, don’t let this deter you from celebrating New Year’s Eve. Jupiter will be super-charged in your community sector around December 30, inspiring connection, friendship flow, and some seriously good times! Then, starting January 4, Mars initiates you on a seven-week journey of deep relationship work. From now until February 12, you could be focused on “figuring things out” with a lover, business partner, or close friend.
Leo
Capricorn season promises to be a work hard/play hard kind of month, Leo. From December 29 to January 22, Venus graces your fun and romance sector, offering sweet times with friends and maybe even new date prospects. At the same time, a super-charged Jupiter in your career sector could (finally) bring that raise, bonus, or high-profile position you’ve been hoping for either around December 30 or January 12.
If you do receive a new job or title, know that hard work will most likely be required from you between January 4 and February 12, which is when driven Mars occupies your work sector. A positive window to take a project to its beginning stages would be between January 11 and January 13, when the waxing moon could set you up for real and long-term success!
Virgo
Capricorn season will have a very grounding effect on you, Virgo. This solar season will be all about embracing connection, fun, and even romance. Chiron going direct at the December 26 full moon could bring serious realizations about your healing journey. This will be especially true concerning relationships and intimacy.
If you’re single, Venus in Sagittarius between December 29 and January 22 is an ideal time to put yourself out there. And since lucky Jupiter will also be super-charged in your philosophical sector, you might even decide to travel to a faraway destination between December 30 and January 12. Wherever you are, make it a point to light a candle to honor your growth in 2023. The moon will be in your sign, adding a dash of magic to your wishes as you welcome an incredibly powerful year!
Libra
Even a social butterfly like you requires downtime occasionally, Libra! While you might still attend get-togethers here and there, there will be a deeper need to be alone so you can focus your energy on resting and spending time with family. You will notice this push-and-pull between wanting to stay home and the desire to be seen at the December 26 full moon. Since you will most likely be busy with a work project, avoid burning the candle at both ends.
If you’ve been dating someone seriously for a while, talks about “taking things to the next level” could appear around New Year’s Eve when Mars activates Jupiter in your intimacy sector on January 12. If you have any pending decoration projects, Mars in Capricorn between January 4 and February 12 gives you the energy to get them done once and for all.
Scorpio
You have a sweet season ahead of you, Scorpio! The two “benefic” planets—Venus and Jupiter—are provided helpful hands for you. Between December 29 and January 22, Venus gracing your financial sector could encourage a raise or bonus. If you own your own business, this timeframe also inspires you to raise your prices.
Coming out of its retrograde on December 30, Jupiter’s assistance comes in the form of emotional closeness with a lover, who could suddenly become a partner. Alternatively, you could also work closely with a coach or mentor who can catapult your success in the year ahead! If you are a writer or work in media or research, the January 12 new moon is ideal for pitching or launching any communication-related projects. Your voice will be amplified by this lucky lunation, so make the best of it!
Sagittarius
Open your arms, Sagittarius, because Capricorn season promises to crystalize many of your wishes and desires this year! You get two sets of lucky periods, first between December 7 and December 31 and then again from January 12 to January 19, when Jupiter becomes active. If a project didn’t quite get completed between early September and now, these days could quickly turn things around!
Your other celestial help is Venus, which visits your sign between December 29 and January 22. Regardless of the nature of what you want to manifest in your life, Venus can help you attract it. All you have to do is visualize it and work toward it. Do avoid making impulsive decisions on and around January 19, when Venus clashes with confusing Neptune.
Capricorn
This is your season, so make the best of it, Capricorn! While an intense conversation might occur during the December 26 full moon, you will receive an opportunity to heal a past wound. Can you resolve to express yourself fully? December 27 is one of the luckiest days of the year, providing the opportunity to grow and expand in a new direction.
But your biggest help could come from Mars, which visits your sign between January 4 and February 12. This bi-yearly transit is the epitome of productivity! It can assist you whether your current focus is strategizing new projects, setting goals, or even looking for a new career role. The days between January 11 and January 19 are incredibly fortunate for you. The Capricorn new moon will be waxing in light, illuminating new paths for growth that you will walk in 2024!
Aquarius
For you, Aquarius, Capricorn season has a dual nature—the sun will illuminate your need to retreat while other planets inspire you to go out and socialize more. Finding a balance between both could be challenging, especially once Mars enters Capricorn on January 4.
This month’s best news is that lucky planet Jupiter is gracing your home sector, which could translate into the opportunity to build the home life of your dreams. Good news concerning this area of your life arrives either on December 27, December 30, January 12, or January 19. When it comes to looking into the future, the best time for you to set intentions for 2024 arrives on Sunday, January 20, which is when the sun enters your sign!
Pisces
Perk up, Pisces, because things are looking up! If the retrograde of Mercury brought delays and misunderstandings at work or home, Venus in Sagittarius between December 29 and January 22 has a restoring effect on your life. These three weeks could bring a raise, a promotion, or at least more easiness and comfort.
You will welcome the new year wanting to network and collaborate with new people, and the relationships you make now could have a positive, long-term effect on your career life. If you feel like you’re due for a raise, the days between January 9 and January 15 will root for you to make your dream come true. At the same time, the January 11 new moon and the days after it are perfect for setting off on a collaborative journey with a new client or peer.
Narayana Montúfar is a Mexican-born, California-based astrologer, writer, and Akashic reader who finds inspiration in the symbolic language of the cosmos. She is the author of ‘Moon Signs: Unlock Your Inner Luminary Power’, the resident astrologer for House of Intuition, and a guest writer for Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Well+Good, Refinery29, and Parade. Find her on Instagram at @narayanamontufar or at her website naromon.com.