An Aquarius Full Moon will be happening on 9 August 2025, 16 Degrees 59 Minutes in Aquarius. It’s especially important if you have any Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius placements, and if at 13 to 19 degrees. While challenging for the fixed signs, it’s very beneficial for the air signs, Gemini, Libra or Aquarius, or if you have any placements in these signs at 13 to 19 degrees.
So for Aquarius placements, this will depend heavily on what planets you have in Aquarius and their dignities. It could be both helpful and challenging.
It’s also useful to look back at what started from February 2025. You’re culminating that cycle which you started then, or specifically topics regarding the house in which you have Aquarius in. This will be the start of a culminating cycle from 9 August 2025 to 17 February 2026.
Here’s a quick summary if you know your rising sign.
Aries Rising – Aquarius 11th House of Friends, Hopes, Wishes
Taurus Rising – Aquarius 10th House of Career, Higher Self
Gemini Rising – Aquarius 9th House of Overseas Travel, Philosophy and Religion
Cancer Rising – Aquarius 8th house of shared finances and gains/losses
Leo Rising – Aquarius 7th house of spouse and 1-1 partnerships
Virgo Rising – Aquarius 6th house of daily routines, health, pets
Libra Rising – Aquarius 5th House of Romance, Children, Hobbies
Scorpio Rising – Aquarius 4th House of Home, Property and Parents
Sagittarius Rising – Aquarius 3rd House of Communication, Siblings and Short Travel
Capricorn Rising – Aquarius 2nd House of Finances and Inner Values
Aquarius Rising – Aquarius 1st House of Self
Pisces Rising – Aquarius 12th House of Subconscious, Isolation
Aquarius
Fixed Air. Traditionally ruled by Saturn, modern ruler of Uranus. Of collective consciousness. Unique and altruistic. Usually possesses a higher level of EQ/IQ. Has one’s own ideals about the world, and doesn’t necessarily fit into the norms of society. Usually finds likeminded individuals who share the same beliefs about the world. They need their alone time and are generally more independent.
Moon in Aquarius
Having a moon in Aquarius makes one appear detached from one’s emotions. They prefer to intellectualise their feelings instead of actually feeling it. They do feel it but instead of feeling the emotions first, like the water signs, they actually think about it first. This is why most of them actually have a higher level of EQ. They may however be prone to thinking too much about ‘what to feel’, thus appearing detached and unemotional to others, even insensitive.
They are very sociable but may only truly connect with others on an emotional level, of whom they deem can match their EQ and also IQ levels.
Quite ‘unique’, almost eccentric, but finding individuals that are alike, forming a community who have the same ideals.
Full Moon in Aquarius
It’s harder to know how to connect with our true selves when we are so absorbed in our current reality. This full moon in Aquarius highlights our need to detach in order to assess the situation, to intellectualise things and see everything from a broader perspective.
Shed Old Ways Of ‘Being’
This is pushing us to release old ways of ‘being’ and relating to others on a ‘normal’ basis, to embrace our uniqueness. To let them see us for who we truly are, even though we may not fit according to the mould that we’re expected to. This may be related to the social groups that we find ourselves in, or about what we need in order to feel safe, an inner knowing and inner comfort.
Detach
We may also need to detach in some way in order for us to be able to get more in touch with our emotions or gain clarity on certain scenarios during this period. To look at things from a broader perspective and to not be so absorbed with our immediate environment. To not be so emotionally absorbed that logic or reason takes a backseat. Be aware of how the worries or insecurities that we have or are concealing, are actually minuscule. That they can be worked out once we actually put our feelings aside.
Help Another If You Can
This is also about being aware of how we can contribute or make a difference in another’s life. It’s a time in which we will release certain ego attachments and become more altruistic to others’ needs. For some, there will be realisation that you have been accommodating to others needs so much that you have forgotten what you yourself need. This may be alone time, this may be the need to express yourself more or even to do something that you’ve always wanted to do but never felt ‘safe’ doing it for fear of being seen as an outlier.
Collective Consciousness
There’s also going to be a highlight of ourselves as part of the collective consciousness, realising that we are ‘one’, as humans first. While we are being more altruistic to others’ needs, in some way, we are also actually helping ourselves in some way, whether we realize it or not. To understand we’re all here to have a human experience no matter what journey we’re individually on.
Aspects During This Aquarius Full Moon
Many planets are in the initial degrees of their signs and making aspects to one another. This is speaking about new energies that we may not be familiar with, new beginnings, new ways of expression. This is collective. Many of us are already feeling the changes especially if it’s making aspects to your own natal placements. So if you do have any planets in 0-5 degrees in any sign, this period may be confusing. For some, it’s actually pushing you to realise your higher self.
Mercury Retrograde in Leo Trine Saturn/Neptune Retrograde in Aries
Mercury has been Retrograde in Leo since 18 July, up to 10 August 2025. It’s a period in which we’re going to be more cautious on how we express ourselves. This may be related to our own ‘brand’, what we need, what we desire or even facing misunderstandings when talking about ourselves. This is also opposite a retrograde Pluto in Aquarius, speaking about a balance needed in not having to say certain things but balancing it with an inner power that we know of. It doesn’t need to be mentioned, let alone exaggerating about ourselves. Of course, it’s also about the usual mercury retrograde effects of miscommunication, delays etc. But this will be relating more to how one expresses oneself that could come across as the wrong way to others.
This however, is helping us with our sense of self and our identity with that trine with Saturn/Neptune in Aries. It is still in opposition to Mars in Libra, so as much as we want to take action, we are forced to reevaluate what we really want, how we want to come across and who we actually are, before taking any action.
When we actually do that, the results of our actions will prove to be beneficial with that grand air trine.
Grand Air Trine (Retrograde Pluto in Aquarius trine Mars in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini)
It’s a very positive and potent time where we’re thinking about new ways of being. New ways in which we can go about our lives. The environment we want to be in and the life we want to live. Air trines are about the mental and social constructs. Imagination, intellect, sociability.
Mars is considered detriment here in Libra. Mars prefers action, setting sights on a goal and then acting on it head-on. Here in Libra, it’s going to weigh the pros and cons, if it’s helping everyone and not leaving others out, wanting to seek validation or comfort from another for what one’s going to do.
This however, is going to help us by not rushing into things, to take a step back and think about what it is we’re really trying to express or communicate across, with that sextile Mercury retrograde in Leo.
This is also going to be very good for us in how we communicate with others. May spark a sudden change in how we speak about our beliefs or ideals. This then applies very well to recognising an inner power within us instead of seeking external changes. To actually change something within ourselves or to recognise that we are unique and different and that’s okay. In fact, that’s good.
This grand air trine will help us a lot in being more sociable, more balanced and wanting to recognise that we are all part of humanity. Underneath it all, we’re here as ‘one’, learning as we go along on our own journey but also relying on human connections.
Mars in Libra Opposite Retrograde Saturn/Neptune in Aries
Disruption of what we want with that Mars in Libra opposition with retrograde Saturn/Neptune conjunction in Aries. Questioning how we have been up to this point in time and actually doing something out of the norm that may not exactly seem appropriate, but it’s more aligned with our sense of self.
This speaks of a balance needed between our actions and how we are going about taking that action. Is it based on logical steps that we have built or ideals that have not been thoroughly worked out? Where have we been chasing relentlessly and being of servitude without expecting much in return, but now are pushed to seek some form of return from that?
We’re pushed to balance our external selves with our internal selves, no longer suppressing one area, but for both to be in harmony.
What To Take Note Of
Shed Old Ways Of ‘Being’
Being ruled by Saturn, may feel as though one deserves to go through difficulties in order to achieve something better. But that’s not recommended. To break free from thoughts that are no longer serving us. Air energy enable us to think freely, about all the possibilities
As with Aquarius energy, it’s about integrating into society as well but still being unique. What particular ‘role’ have you been playing in order to fit into society and is it something that represents you? Or is it taking too much of your time that your unique self is longer present? Do you need to let go of a certain role in order to allow your new found unique sense of self to emerge?
Integrate ‘You’
The axis of Aquarius-Leo speaks about becoming more of yourself. There could be circumstances in which you have gone through your journey in life where you’ve reduced who you are in order to become ‘part’ of society, the norm. To be aware of it and to realise you can actually be yourself and still be part of society.
Detach
There is a lot of energy during this period with the aforementioned aspects especially since they are in the beginning degrees of each sign and aspecting each other by only 1 degree. You may feel overwhelmed or at a loss of what to really do. With the Aquarius full moon, detach. Detach from feeling so emotionally invested in everything and try to see things from a broader perspective and work things out slowly.
Collaborate
It’s a good time to collaborate with others when possible. Having more interactions with others, exchanging ideas, helping each other achieve certain personal goals. It’s helpful for all involved as individually we’re faced with certain restrictions and unsure of where to go. But with interacting with others, we’re actually clarifying doubts and showing each other the possibilities of what one hopes to achieve.
Temper
For those that are not able to ‘detach’, they may be more aggressive during this period. Frustrated at circumstances they find themselves in, thus easily getting into arguments with another. To be aware when one is triggered, and detach before your emotions get the better of you.
How Will Aquarius Full Moon Affect You Based On Your Rising Sign?
Aries Rising
Happening in your 11th house of friendships, hopes and wishes.
Do you need alone time from friends? To detach from them so that you can gain some bearings? Or do they need some form of help that you are able to lend a hand to? Or are you hoping to achieve something that requires you to do something differently?
This period is asking you to let go of how things have been and look at it from a broader view. Of your friends and also of your hopes and wishes. To not be so emotionally invested such that your views are clouded, or too detached that you’re isolated from any form of interaction with the world. It may take some time for you to realize that you need to bring out more of what makes you, you, in order to feel more at ease with whatever circumstances you find yourself in or are working towards.
This change will allow you to experience changes regarding the way you communicate, maybe even with siblings or your belief systems as well as achieving a more balanced relationship with others.
Taurus Rising
Happening in your 10th house of career and higher self.
Do you need to let go of a certain role or task in your career? Have you been doing something that isn’t exactly what you really want to be doing? Or have you been too focused on conforming to societal needs that you have not been able to integrate who you truly are?
This period is asking you to show more of who you are, to shed some existing public image and do what truly makes you happy. This will also require you to show more of that inner child at home. This change will result in positive financial changes as well as daily routines that will be more balanced. You will however need to let go of something in your career or certain goals that you have been conforming to.
Gemini Rising
Happening in your 9th house of higher education, religion, long distance travels and philosophy.
What do you need to let go of regarding those topics? Is it restricting beliefs? Or have you been too detached from exploring and learning about the world, stuck in your comfort zone?
This period is asking you to take a step back, assess and let go of limiting beliefs you have learnt about thus far that has been restricting you. To let go in order to be able to embrace more of what’s out there. To learn about new philosophies, to get a higher education, to travel to a different country. This will result in an inner transformation that may change something about your identity or how you have been approaching your life, enabling you to express yourself more in a balanced manner.
Cancer Rising
Happening in your 8th house of shared finances and gains/loss from others.
How have you been sharing your finances with your spouse or with others? Have you been doing it in a ‘normal’ approach that is deemed correct according to society?
This period is asking you to detach, to look at things from a broader perspective. Just cause others have been sharing finances with their spouse a certain way, doesn’t mean that’s the right way for you. You may need to re-evaluate things, let go of what is currently ‘working’ but doesn’t feel as though it’s the right way for you. To incorporate what you think is right instead.
This will also apply to you if you’re single, in how you’ve been sharing your finances with others. This could be letting go of certain responsibilities that you think you have to adhere to. To instead focus on what you need regarding your own finances first. This will allow for a positive change regarding subconscious thoughts that you’ve been having, impacting your family and home environment.
Leo Rising
Happening in your 7th house of spouse and 1-1 relationships.
Do you need some time apart from your spouse? Or have you been too detached you’re neglecting their needs? Or are you very affected by an ‘open enemy’?
This period is asking you to assess your relationship with others, open enemies or even legal contracts. To assess it from a ‘third’ person perspective and see how things can be worked out. It’s not so much to detach completely and break things off, but more how you can work together but still maintain space and retain one’s own individuality. It’s about balancing your ego and theirs. To express yourself more but also be aware or mindful of theirs.
When you’re able to balance it well, it’s helping you take action towards balancing beliefs of both parties, to communicate in a way where you may agree to disagree but still be in harmony. This may also spark a change in your hopes and wishes for yourself that will help contribute to your life as a whole.
Virgo Rising
Happening in your 6th house of daily routines and health.
How have your daily routines been? Is it according to societal expectations so much so that you’ve lost a unique part of yourself? Or have you been telling yourself that you’ll do things your way, one day, when it’s the right time?
This period is asking you to shed old ways of doing things. Even if it’s what everyone has been doing and what is expected of you. To realise that you need to do what makes you, you, first. Only then can you think about how you can incorporate it into what is expected of you, in order to feel more fulfilled.
It’s making a positive influence in your career as well as your finances. Take this time to figure out what it is that you need to let go of so that you can reap the gains.
Libra Rising
Happening in your 5th house of romance, children and self-expression.
Have you been expressing yourself in a ‘normal’ way even though it’s not truly you? Or have you been giving all your time to your children you have not been able to find alone time? Has your ideals about a particular romance been keeping you and them at bay? Or are you too detached from everything that you have not given your time to your children, romantic interest or your inner child?
It’s time to reassess how you have been approaching these topics. To allow yourself time apart from your children or romantic interest, in order to gain bearings on who you truly are. To let go of certain roles you have had to play that have been restricting your self-expression, limiting your inner child to ‘play’. Thereafter, to incorporate and spend more time on them with a newfound sense of ‘you’. This will then allow you to experience positive changes that may even spark a desire to pursue higher learning or enable you to travel and explore the world more.
Scorpio Rising
Happening in your 4th house of home, family and parents.
What are some dynamics at home that you need to shed? Do you need some time away from home in order to achieve certain higher self or career goals? Or are you too detached from your family?
This period is asking you to take a step back and assess how your private life has been. To lose some of that detachment and start ‘incorporating’ into your family. There’s a highlight to balance your career and family. Once you’re able to do that, there’s going to be positive changes relating to gains from others as well as subconscious actions that will help balance out things you’ve been held back on in your daily routines.
Sagittarius Rising
Happening in your 3rd house of communication, siblings and personal beliefs.
How have you been communicating to others? Is it in a way where it’s what they expect you to say and believe in, or is it in a way where you’re actually talking about things you want to talk about? What is the ‘role’ you have been playing with your siblings?
It’s a time where you have to let go of how certain personal beliefs you’ve had. Whether it’s showing a ‘face’ to others so that they will accept you for who you are, or being too detached from communicating what you truly want to say. To start talking about things you feel deeply for, even if it’s weird or not necessarily accepted by everyone.
This will spark a change in your relationships with others in a positive way, enabling others to see you and interact with you on a more intellectual level.
Capricorn Rising
Happening in your 2nd house of finances and inner values.
What are some personal values that you have not been able to act upon for fear of being misunderstood or seen as ‘weird’? Or have you been working hard towards your finances so much that you’ve succumbed to the system of how it’s the only way to achieve your finances? Have you been too afraid to take the next step in exploring uncharted territories regarding your finances?
This period is asking you to take a step back and to let go of any limiting inner value systems you have that is making you feel restricted. To venture out there and be open to other value systems. To also let go of any old way in which you’ve been gaining your finances that may probably just be stable, and not exactly how you truly want to gain material wealth.
This will have a positive impact on any changes in your daily routines and even your health. It will also seem out of the ordinary for you in terms of your career or home life but will prove beneficial if you want to grow.
Aquarius Rising
Happening in your 1st house of self.
There is an identity that you need to shed. This could be the way you have been approaching your life thus far, or how you have been portraying yourself to the outside world. Whether it’s being closed off to others and focusing on your own individuality, or the extreme end of being too indulgent with others that you’re not able to have time alone.
There’s a need to come more into yourself, chasing your own ideals yet still being part of society. To be able to mesh your own true identity along with the needs of the collective. This will involve speaking up about your beliefs that may be related to your inner child to others.
This period will help change your mindset about your own expression, helping you to expand your horizons and become more of who you need to.
Pisces Rising
Happening in your 12th house of isolation and subconscious.
Have you been taking time alone for yourself or too busy trying to fit in? Have you exercised your unique true self in the world or are you still acting according to what others expect of you? Are you afraid of showing the world who you truly are or have been repressing the qualities that make you, you?
There are limiting subconscious beliefs about your place in society, performing according to the norm. What you are pushed to do is to release that and to understand who you are, what makes you unique and what you can do with your own skills while still being part of society.
This will spark a change in your private life, your home and family, as well as shared finances or gains from others. You will however need to be more in touch with that inner child in order to ‘evolve’.
It’s an extremely energetic time with so many planets in aspects with one another during this full moon. A lot of areas in our lives are affected and not just based on the ones mentioned above. Take this time to detach, assess your current situation and let go of what is no longer serving your highest good, in order to reap the positive gains you can get out during this time.
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