This Monday, May 4, 2026, we start the week under the influence of a Waning Quarter Moon which, although it illuminates the sky with 93% of its light, invites us to close cycles and release everything that weighs us down. The Sun in Scorpio adds an intense and transformative emotional charge to the day, pushing us to look inward with honesty. Mercury advances direct, which facilitates communication and decision-making, especially for those signs that have been mulling over pending conversations for a while. The upcoming New Moon on May 16 is already felt in the atmosphere as a promise of fresh beginnings, and this waning energy today is the perfect preparation for that rebirth. Water signs, like Scorpio and Pisces, are the most permeable to this lunar vibration, while Capricorn will also strongly notice the call to release the burdens it has been accumulating for weeks. This spring gives us today a day for self-knowledge, emotional honesty, and inner cleansing.
Open your eyes to the opportunities that surround you, Aries, the Universe is speaking to you. Start today to make those small changes you've been postponing, Taurus, you will notice the difference. It's a very powerful moment of personal transformation for you, Gemini, take advantage of it. Listen to yourself before listening to others, Cancer, your intuition does not fail. Don't let obligations steal the joy of the day from you, Leo, give yourself permission to enjoy. Keep calm if friction arises with your loved ones, Virgo, not everything deserves a battle. If something in your relationship doesn't make you happy, Libra, it's time to talk about it clearly. Today someone will tell you exactly what you needed to hear, Scorpio, pay attention to them. Take care of your finances because an unexpected expense could appear, Sagittarius, better to prevent. Your friends have the perfect plan for you today, Capricorn, don't reject it. That step you've been putting off in love, Aquarius, today is the day to take it. A new person is about to cross your path, Pisces, keep your heart open.
Aries
The Moon in today's waning quarter asks you to clean, Aries, not only in your home but also in your mind. There are thoughts that you have been dragging along for weeks and that no longer serve you for anything. With the Sun in Scorpio illuminating your zone of resources and transformation, it is the perfect moment to get rid of everything that hinders your progress. Do not be afraid to let go of what has already fulfilled its function in your life, because only by emptying that inner space will you be able to receive the new that is about to arrive.
In the professional field, the stars favor Aries today in a very specific way: the conversations you hear around you, even those not directed at you, may contain very valuable information. Mercury direct facilitates messages arriving clear and without distortions, so keep your ears wide open in meetings or informal encounters. A job opportunity may be hidden in an apparently inconsequential chat.
In love, Aries lives today a moment of greater emotional depth than usual. If you have a partner, it is possible that a serious conversation about the future will arise that, far from scaring you, will fill you with security. If you are single, the Scorpio energy of the day intensifies your personal magnetism notably. Do not run away from intensity, Aries, sometimes the most authentic connections are born precisely when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable and honest.
Taurus
This May 4, the waning energy of the Moon invites Taurus to review its habits with critical but compassionate eyes. It's not about punishing yourself for what you haven't done, but about clearly identifying what small adjustments can improve your well-being in a sustained way. Spring is in full splendor and the natural environment offers you the best possible therapy today: go for a walk, breathe fresh air and let the beauty of the world recharge your batteries.
The stars push Taurus today towards a change of perspective in their personal relationships, especially in those that have been installed for some time in comfort and routine. With the Sun in Scorpio activating your relationship zone, you may feel the need for more depth and intensity in your bonds. Do not fear asking for it, Taurus, you deserve connections that truly nourish you and not just company out of habit.
In the economic sphere, Taurus is going through a propitious moment today to calmly review its finances. The waning Moon is ideal for cutting unnecessary expenses and rethinking budgets. Start preparing that trip or project you've been dreaming of for months, because the next New Moon on May 16 will be the perfect time to launch yourself. Today sow the intention, Taurus, and let the Universe take care of paving the way.
Gemini
Gemini today finds itself at a very significant personal turning point, driven by the transformative energy of the Sun in Scorpio and the waning phase of the Moon. It's as if the Universe is telling you that the process of reinvention you started some time ago is reaching a crucial stage. Don't be scared by the depth of what you feel, Gemini, that intensity is a sign that something important is maturing within you.
In the realm of relationships, the stars favor Gemini in honest and direct conversations. Mercury advances without obstacles and that translates into a particularly refined communicative ability today. If you have been wanting to tell someone close to you something important for a while, this Monday offers you the perfect conditions to do so. Words will flow naturally and the other person will receive them better than you expect.
In the sentimental realm, Gemini experiences today a day of greater emotional clarity. If your partner is in an evolutionary moment different from yours, do not see it as a problem but as an opportunity to grow together. Helping them to see things from your perspective can be the most valuable gift you give them today. And if you are single, Gemini, the day's energy favors encounters with people who have much to teach you.
Cancer
The Moon in its waning quarter connects today in a special way with Cancer, which is precisely the sign ruled by this celestial body. You will feel with more intensity than usual the need to withdraw, to seek a space of silence where you can listen to yourself without interference. Do not ignore it, Cancer, that inner voice that today becomes more audible has very important things to tell you about your present and your future.
Cancer today needs to get away from the noise to find its own answers, and the best way to do it is not to shut yourself in at home but to go out into nature. A quiet walk outdoors, in a park or by the water, will do wonders for your mood and your mental clarity. The Sun in Scorpio enhances your intuition in an extraordinary way, so trust what you feel while you walk and let your mind wander.
In love, Cancer is going through a moment of necessary reflection today. If your relationship habitually generates more anguish than joy, the stars encourage you today to be honest with yourself about what you truly desire. It's not about making hasty decisions, but about starting to listen to what your heart has been trying to tell you for a long time. You deserve a relationship in which you feel free and loved, Cancer, not one in which you constantly have to diminish yourself.
Leo
This Monday, Leo today might feel the weight of obligations more than he would like on a day at the beginning of the week. The Sun in Scorpio activates your domestic and family zone, which can translate into demands from the environment that arrive all at once. Breathe, Leo, and remember that you don't have to solve everything in a single day. The waning Moon precisely invites you to let go of that need for control and to be indispensable for everyone.
The stars favor Leo today in the field of personal expression and creativity. If you have an artistic project, a hobby or an activity that you are passionate about, find a space for it in your day, even if it is small. That time dedicated to yourself is not a whim, it is a necessity that the stars strongly validate today. Don't feel guilty for prioritizing yourself, Leo, a rested and happy lioness radiates much more than an exhausted and resentful one.
In love, the Scorpio energy of the day invites Leo to break free from routine and opt for spontaneity. Propose to your partner a different plan, something that takes you out of your usual patterns, because your relationship is crying out for it. If you are single, Leo, your magnetism is especially active today thanks to the emotional intensity of the astral environment. Do not let any opportunity pass to connect with someone interesting.
Virgo
The week starts with a somewhat agitated energy for Virgo, who may find herself involved in small tensions with people in her close environment. The waning Moon and the Sun in Scorpio create a climate of emotional intensity that can make everyday frictions amplify more than necessary. You are warned, Virgo, and that is already a lot, because if you know that the atmosphere can heat up, you have the advantage of being able to anticipate.
The stars encourage Virgo today to exercise their natural role as a mediator with more grace than ever. If tempers flare around you for any reason, your ability to see all angles of a situation will be your best tool. Don't take anyone's side, Virgo, just provide calm and perspective, and you'll see how the storm subsides sooner than you expect.
On a personal level, Virgo today has a golden opportunity to reflect on their own limits. With Mercury direct, communication flows well and it is a good time to clearly express what you need and what you are not willing to tolerate. If there is someone in your life who habitually crosses your limits, today you have the mental and emotional clarity to address it. Do it with respect but also with firmness, Virgo, as your well-being also matters.
Libra
Libra may wake up today with a feeling of emotional weight difficult to define, a legacy of something that remained unresolved in previous days. The Waning Quarter Moon amplifies those emotions that we usually keep in drawers and today refuse to remain silent. Do not ignore them, Libra, the Sun in Scorpio gives you today the necessary courage to look at them head-on without them destroying you.
Physical exercise outdoors will be your best ally today, Libra, whether it's going for a run, riding a bike, or simply taking a long walk. Movement releases accumulated tensions and will help you recover that balanced perspective that characterizes you so much but which you sometimes lose when emotions overwhelm you. After that moment for yourself, Libra today will feel much more capable of facing whatever comes.
In love, the stars are clear with Libra: if your couple relationship is the source of that sadness or discomfort you feel, the time has come to put it on the table. Do not continue accumulating silences that weigh more than words, Libra, because honesty, although sometimes it hurts, is always healthier than resignation. And if you are single, use this waning day to let go of expectations that perhaps are preventing you from seeing what you have in front of you.
Scorpio
The Sun transits through your sign, Scorpio, and that in itself makes you the undisputed protagonist of the astral climate of this May 4. To that solar energy is added the Waning Crescent Moon, which enhances your already extraordinary introspective capacity. It's a day to go inward, Scorpio, to make that emotional inventory that no one does better than you and that today turns out to be especially revealing.
Escorpio today will receive words that will change his/her way of seeing a situation that had been festering for a long time. It could be a conversation with a friend, a family member, or even someone you don't know well, but the message will arrive at the right moment. Mercurio directo guarantees that communication will be clear and that you, Escorpio, will have enough openness to receive it without filters or unnecessary defenses.
In love, it is a good time for Scorpio to make decisions about those relationships that have been stagnant for a long time. The waning energy of the Moon helps you let go of what can no longer be remedied and close doors that, although painful, need to be closed. If someone does not reciprocate as you deserve, Scorpio, remember that letting go is not surrendering but opening yourself to something better. The New Moon on May 16 will bring new beginnings for you.
Sagittarius
This Monday, the stars bring to Sagittarius a day in which things, in general, go better than your catastrophic mind sometimes makes you believe. The waning Moon invites you to stop over-analyzing every detail of your life and to trust more in the process. Sagittarius today has a perfect opportunity to practice that mental detachment that you so need and that feels so good to you when you achieve it.
Pay special attention to your finances today, Sagittarius, because the stars warn of a possible unforeseen expense. It could be something minor, like a repair or an unexpected bill, but if you don't have a savings cushion, it could catch you off guard. Take advantage of the waning energy of the Moon to review your usual expenses and eliminate everything that is not strictly necessary, Sagittarius, your pocket will thank you for it.
In the social and emotional sphere, Sagittarius shines today with special intensity. Your friends are your best medicine against stress and the week starts better if you surround yourself with them. Let the joy and warmth of the people who love you recharge your energies for the challenges ahead. With the upcoming New Moon on May 16 on the horizon, Sagittarius, get ready because a new cycle full of possibilities is approaching.
Capricorn
The Moon in waning quarter connects strongly with Capricorn today, reminding you that letting go of burdens is not a sign of weakness but of wisdom. You have been carrying responsibilities for weeks that perhaps are not entirely yours, Capricorn, and the stars encourage you today to redistribute that weight with more equity. The Sun in Scorpio activates your zone of commitments and deep bonds, inviting you to review which agreements are still valid and which need to be renegotiated.
Capricorn's friends today have the perfect plan to get you out of your comfort zone in the most pleasant way possible. Although at first the proposal doesn't excite you too much, Capricorn, give it a chance. Meeting new people and getting out of your usual routine has a revitalizing effect that you cannot imagine, and today the stars guarantee that the experience will be worth it.
In love, Capricorn today may receive a proposal or an invitation from their partner that they did not expect. Accept it with an open heart, Capricorn, because sometimes routine makes us forget that life as a couple can also be adventure and discovery. If you are single, this Monday may bring you an encounter that makes you see the world from a completely new perspective. Don't close yourself off, Capricorn, spring also blooms in love.
Aquarium
Acuario starts this week with a clear and decisive energy that contrasts with the general introspective climate of the day. The waning Moon helps you to precisely identify what dynamics of your environment, especially family, have been limiting your freedom for some time. Today is the perfect day for Acuario to set limits with kindness but with firmness, without giving in to pressures that do not respect your autonomy.
Aquarius today feels with special clarity the impulse to take an important step in the romantic field, whether it is starting a conversation with someone who attracts them or deepening a relationship that has been on the surface for a while. Mercury direct and the Sun in Scorpio together create the perfect atmosphere for confessions, approaches, and conversations that change the course of a story.
On the professional level, the stars favor Aquarius in everything related to communication and negotiation. If you have to present an idea, defend a project or simply make yourself heard in a meeting, today words will flow with an eloquence that will surprise even those who already know you well. Take advantage of that advantage, Aquarius, and do not let any opportunity pass to make yourself visible in your work environment.
Pisces
The Waning Crescent Moon resonates with special intensity in the inner world of Pisces, which is already one of the signs most connected with lunar energy. Today, Pisces, the Universe speaks to you through subtle signs that perhaps others would overlook but that you, with your characteristic sensitivity, will know how to perfectly capture. Do not stay at home locked in your thoughts, Pisces, go out and allow life to surprise you.
The stars have prepared for Pisces today a day full of significant encounters. Among the people you may meet or with whom you may cross paths on this spring Monday, there is someone whose presence will leave a deep mark on you. Do not dismiss any encounter as casual, Pisces, because the Universe does not act by accident and today it is especially active in your favor.
In love, Piscis experiences a day of great emotional potential. If you have a partner, the depth that the Sol in Escorpio brings can lead you to intimate conversations that bring you closer in a way you hadn't experienced in a long time. If you are single, Piscis, dare to accept that invitation you are about to receive, because what might seem like an unimportant plan can become the beginning of something very special. Trust, Piscis, and let the magic happen.