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Shake your mane and bare your teeth, my babies; the full Snow Moon in Leo peaks on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 5:08 p.m. EST.
Full moons are points of culmination, bringing into bright irrefutable view the tension between our inner needs and external demands.
As they rise, full moons bring to the surface issues, emotions, intestinal parasites, menses, and other sticky situations that demand attention. Culminations come knocking, revelations slip into something more uncomfortable, and the human heart is tenderized.
In their high shine, full moons intensify emotions and illuminate what can no longer be ignored or endured.
Full moons, especially those that fall in the sign of ‘attention as oxygen’ are not about subtlety.
Full Moon meaning
The full moon in the stage lights of Leo coincides with the sun shining in sovereign AF Aquarius, a sign that is happy to alienate others if it means staying true to themselves or taking the high road of doing right.
At its highest potential, the water bearer teaches the lion that true belonging is born from fearless authenticity.
This is the axis of extra (Leo) and the extraterrestrial (Aquarius), bringing into clarifying focus themes of autonomy and authority, responsibility, recognition, and moral ground.
Full Snow Moon in Leo February 2026
Leo is often reduced to the stereotype of a preening big cat seeking external validation and roughly pawing at/pandering for attention (good or bad) to feel important. See showboating child stars, vain dictators, and/or maniacal frontmen with good hair and bad habits.
However, at its highest vibration, Leo is the vital pulse and the pure spark of creation, the perennial child/cub that lives to walk in the sunshine and express themselves without the need for praise or fear of judgment.
Leo rules the heart, and under this moon, we are encouraged to get quiet, listen close to that vital drum beat, and be brave enough to believe that love is a self-renewing resource we need not compete, perform, or beg for and that our own rhythm was born to pound in accordance with the highest octave of the human experience.
All for one, one for all.
Aiding and abetting our becoming is the surprisingly supportive energy between limiting, built to last, daddy Saturn, and wild out, disruption in the name of progress Uranus, the respective co-rulers of Aquarius.
These two luminaries rarely get along, but at this moment and for some time to come, their cahoots are shaping conditions that braid innovation and structure. The spectacle of Uranus is tempered by the practical power of Saturn, allowing for slow, meaningful change to arrive.
What is a Snow Moon?
February’s full moon is known as the Snow Moon, as the second month of the year has historically held the highest levels of snowfall in the Northern Hemisphere.
The Farmer’s Almanac reminds us that Indigenous tribes also referred to February’s full moon as the Bony Moon and Hungry Moon, indicating that food was scarce and people were wanting.
The theme of scarcity is interesting to consider, as Leo is defined by an unmatched appetite for love and recognition.
Snow Moon Meaning
This full moon invites us to investigate what really and truly satisfies us and what we consciously or unconsciously store up and starve ourselves of.
In what areas of our lives, physical, sexual, sensual, mental, spiritual, relational, professional, have we learned to anticipate or accept scarcity rather than expect or imagine radical plenty? Where do we make ourselves small in the hopes of fitting in?
With the sun in Aquarius, the sign of independence and innovation, there is potential for us all to find new ways to get full.
Zodiac signs most affected by the 2026 Full Snow Moon in Leo
According to Lisa Stardust, astrologer for Hily Dating App, this Full Moon activates bold romantic energy and encourages people to go after who and what they want. Full bore, full heart, full send.
“It’s a time when expressing feelings comes more naturally, making emotional connections feel easier and more direct. We’re more likely to connect with others on an intimate level and express ourselves without fear,” Stardust told The Post.
While we’ll all be under the influence of this lunation, four signs will feel these effects most acutely.
Stardust notes that under the light of this new moon, the personal magnetism of Leo folks will be full tilt. However, she advises the lion pride to be discerning about who they allow into their lairs.
“Make sure you’re leaning into love and gravitating toward healthy friendships or romantic interests. Your confidence could take a hit, especially if you’re surrounded by big egos that lack sensitivity.”
Stardust urges Leos to pay attention to how their emotional baseline and nervous system respond to a potential partner.
“Don’t let other people’s self-importance diminish your self-worth. Luckily, this energy also gives you a chance to emotionally reset and return to your true self.”
Stardust shared that Libras will be on the lookout for soulmate-type connections, making it easier to cut ties with uninspiring suitors.
“Use the next several days to reflect on what you truly want in a partner, and be sure to seek guidance from the other side,” suggests Stardust.
“Just be careful not to let synchronicities or signs from the universe take over your life, and use discernment to stay in alignment with the energy.”
You’re even less interested in the superfluous than usual, Scorpio
“Anyone who approaches you should be ready to go deep, as this energy challenges your autonomous vibes and leaves you uninterested in romantic games or folly,” shared Stardust.
She notes that scorpions should ask potential partners insightful questions and lean into listening rather than judging or responding.
“The vibes will be super high during this time, so you’ll want to be extra mindful to stay grounded and hold space for equal dialogue.
Stardust notes that Aquarius folks with a love interest should look for ways to nurture their established or fledgling connections.
“The Leo Full Moon forms a tense but helpful connection to your ruling planet, Uranus, which can help you break through barriers and connect on a new level,” said Stardust.
This barrier-breaking can be happen through practical, emotional support, whether it’s a back rub, an open ear, or an act of service.
However, she warns that given the volatile influence of wild the f–k out Uranus, staying grounded and grateful is of utmost importance.
“If you don’t think either of you can keep a down-to-earth disposition, make plans to catch them at another time.
When is the next full moon in 2026?
The next full moon, the full Worm Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo, will rise and shine on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
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.
