Weather 
There’s a new moon rising in the sign of pay dirt, boot straps, the hard road and the finer things
When is the new moon?
The new moon in Capricorn peaks on Jan. 18, 2026, at 2:52 p.m. Eastern Time at 28°43 Capricorn.
New moon in Capricorn 2026
A new moon occurs when the moon is in conjunction with the sun, and thus it is no longer visible from our vantage point on Earth. As such, the new moon always falls in the same zodiac sign that the sun is moving through.
The new moon is a clean slate, turning over the fresh dirt of a month-long lunar cycle. The sky goes dark, and we go deep.
New moons are potent times for manifestation practices. Because this is the first new moon of the new year and falls in the sign of strategy, foundation, the long run, elbow grease and can-do, it’s an excellent time to sure up our intentions and get straight about what we want and where we’re going.
Tarot card reader Kerry Ward spoke to The Post about what lies ahead and within under the dark skies of this powerful new moon.
Read on for your personalized tarot horoscope — and make sure to read for both your sun and rising signs.
Fire signs – Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
The Fool
Ward says for fire signs, the potent potential of the new moon — amplified by the Fool card, the deck’s patron saint of new beginnings — signifies it’s time to activate.
“Be it in your career, personal development or material landscape, something powerful must be done by the time Spring arrives,” Ward told The Post.
“It may well be linked to travel or technology. This is not a bold leap that everyone will agree with, and that’s okay, because it’s your life, not theirs. Follow your instincts and be brave. You don’t need a long-term masterplan here, just the courage to take the first step!”
Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Queen of Cups
Coming through loud and clear in the form of the Queen of Cups, earth signs are being called to pour themselves back into their true purpose.
“This isn’t about doing what’s practical, or right on paper. This is about serving a heartfelt need, interest or passion,” shared Ward.
She encourages the people of the sacred dirt to let who they are reverberate into what they do.
“Become the fulfilled and satisfied employee, colleague, entrepreneur, artist and ally that you are fully capable and ready to be. Follow your heart.”
Air signs – Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
The Hermit
According to Ward, the new moon in Capricorn is a summons to air folk to get serious about their ambitions.
“No more playing. You are ready to rise to your full potential. Step one? The Hermit advises research and planning, innovation, and invention,” said Ward.
She asks you to consider what you are bringing to the table, the edge you carry, and the unique selling point you offer.
“Get this right, and every effort you make thereafter will be worthwhile. Create ideas, pitches, networking lists, applications, and plan B, C, D … You are going to find your true level and level up to it in 2026.”
Water signs – Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
The Magician
The Magician suggests that for water babies, your imagination will at long last be put to profitable use.
“The Magician sees you creating and inventing this New Moon- whether that be for a solo enterprise, a work objective, a career change, a personal creative project, or a new course of education and skill-building,” said Ward.
“You are ready to believe in what you’re capable of and put the time, energy, resources, and education into backing yourself fully. There’s magic all around you right now. Tune into it!”
Astrologer Reda Wigle researches and irreverently reports on planetary configurations and their effect on each zodiac sign. Her horoscopes integrate history, poetry, pop culture, and personal experience. To book a reading, visit her website.
