Earthy Capricorn rules most of January: the vibes here are pragmatic and prudent. A Full Moon in Cancer on 3 January illuminates the importance of home and family—a great time to celebrate the people we love. A series of conjunctions amongst the Sun, Venus and Mars (all in Capricorn) from the 7th to the 9th boosts our collective luck in career, finances, health and beauty: bring your best game to life, and you will be richly rewarded. But don’t over-promise anything: a Sun-Jupiter opposition on the 10th could burst some bubbles.
Most people give up on their new year resolutions after two weeks, but if you’re serious about getting back (and staying) on track, set your intentions during the New Moon in Capricorn on 19 January. New Year, New Moon, new you. What’s not to love? Aquarius season begins the next day when the Sun enters Aquarius and ushers in a new energy of compassion and collective benefit.
The vibes get excitable at month’s end when Neptune enters fiery Aries on the 27th . While Neptune loves to daydream, Aries lights a fire under our bottoms and gets us moving. A Mars-Pluto conjunction in Aquarius on the 28th could reveal some challenging power plays; however, a Mercury-Venus conjunction on the 29th (also in Aquarius) offers an opportunity to iron out kinks and get the show on the road.
Here are the Tarot cards for each zodiac sign in January 2026. Read for your Sun, Moon and rising signs to get your own unique three-card Tarot reading for the month!
Aries
21 March to 20 April
Page of Wands, reversed
Tread lightly, dear Aries—the year might begin with a miscommunication or an unexpected message. If you’re feeling unmotivated about what you’ve been up to, this is a good time to decide whether to persevere or to quit and start anew. Someone could be bearing petty grudges or projecting their own insecurities onto you. Nip that in the bud, and you could turn back a development that might otherwise grow into a future problem.
Taurus
21 April to 20 May
The Hierophant, reversed
Dear Taurus, some of you might be starting off the new year feeling a little topsy-turvy or off-balance. But remember that not all who wander (or wonder) are lost. Could the Universe be sending you signs that change is afoot—that your time has come to challenge preconceived notions, and that a transformative approach is in order? As the new year begins, perhaps it’s time to look inward for inspiration.
Gemini
21 May to 21 June
Eight of Pentacles, reversed
This new year begins on a diligent note for you, dear Gemini. Lots of hard work lies ahead; in the reversed position, there’s a good chance that the rewards and/or other beneficial outcomes of your efforts could be delayed. Alternatively, some minor setbacks could arise in a situation you’ve invested a lot into. This being a Number Eight card, there could be a particularly karmic element in how things develop, so keep your hands clean!
Cancer
22 June to 22 July
Knight of Wands
With the new year’s first Full Moon in your sign, dear Cancer, you are encouraged to celebrate who or what could be close to your heart. The Knight of Wands represents a person, situation or dynamic that is characterised by passion, courage, and creativity. This card can also represent quick action: take note of movements and developments around you this month, and you’ll understand what the Universe has in store for you.
Leo
23 July to 22 August
Four of Wands, reversed
Be patient this month and you’ll eventually make progress, dear Leo. Some hiccups could arise in the projects you’re working on and the situations you’re engaged in, but persist and you’ll win. This card can also represent minor disputes with one’s inner circle, a celebration that meets with unexpected developments, and/or the need for repairs, renovations—and sometimes even a relocation—regarding a living or working space. Again, patience is key.
Virgo
23 August to 22 September
The Fool, reversed
You might be facing a situation that offers the potential of a new beginning, dear Virgo—and the question to ask is whether to take that leap of faith or to hold back a bit. With The Fool in the reversed position, there’s a chance you might benefit from taking a timeout to consider your options, conduct research, or simply to check in with yourself and be clear about what you really want. If you’re travelling, take extra precautions.
Libra
23 September to 22 October
Eight of Swords, reversed
Dear Libra, congratulations! You could have been facing a situation where you might have felt stuck due to a lack of information or options. However, once the Eight of Swords is reversed, that season of feeling stuck or restrained is coming to an end. The stress levels you’ve had to deal with are slowly but surely decreasing; you can greet the new year with a growing sense of relief and momentum. Yay!
Scorpio
23 October to 22 November
Queen of Pentacles
You enter the new year with a renewed awareness of practical pleasures, dear Scorpio. This is a good time to engage in self-care: nurture your body, mind and soul. Someone around you at work could become a caring mentor, so bring your A-game to the workspace. Similarly, your luck in love looks promising: singles might catch the eye of folks seeking commitment, and those in relationships might start moving things up to the next level.
Sagittarius
23 November to 21 December
King of Cups
This new year, dear Sagi, could begin on a very powerful note indeed. The King of Cups represents the mastery of one’s emotional states and spiritual experiences. Some incredible personal growth could kickstart your new year. This card can also represent people in your life who will support your journey to success. Your luck in the romance department is also looking good—get your best fit on and you could capture someone’s heart!
Capricorn
22 December to 20 January
Justice
Dear Capricorn! Don’t you just love it when the new year always begins with your organised, ambitious energies? As you lead the rest of us into the new year, remember to treat others fairly and with respect—Justice represents the influence of powerful karmic energies in your life, and we’d all do well to remember that with karma, what goes around, comes around. For those of you facing legal situations, this card is a positive sign.
Aquarius
21 January to 19 February
Five of Swords
The new year could start off somewhat stormy, dear Aquarius… but your calm, logical approach will win the day. The message of the Five of Swords is to pick your battles wisely: this card can point towards people or situations where your best bet might be to walk away. With Pluto in your sign for the foreseeable future, you will benefit from avoiding power struggles as much as possible—just focus on your awesome self, and success will come to you.
Pisces
20 Febraury to 20 March
Three of Wands, reversed
Dear Pisces, the new year begins with glitches in your journey to attain your goals. Be careful that you are not investing your precious time, energy and resources into people and projects that aren’t worth your while. Manage your expectations, especially if you’re dealing with overseas parties; be patient with the possibility of delays and setbacks. Nevertheless, the challenges in this card are fleeting—persevere, and you will prevail.