This week is one of the most important weeks of the season, and the shift in energy will be noticeable. Leo season begins on Wednesday, Mercury retrograde finally ends on Thursday and Saturn stations retrograde on Sunday. That’s a lot of astrological action packed into one week, and each of these events changes the tone meaningfully.
If the past few weeks have felt like you’ve been foggy, emotionally heavy, or just going through things without moving forward, this week will begin to change that. This is how everything develops!
The week opens with two aspects to Jupiter on Monday, which carry over into the weekend and set a layered tone. Jupiter in Leo trines Neptune in Aries, a truly expansive and imaginative energy. Opportunities to use your intuition, creativity, or empathy in a meaningful way exist today and are worth focusing on.
Meanwhile, Jupiter in Leo opposes Pluto in Aquarius, which can make the changes that have already begun feel bigger or stronger than you’d like. Stay focused, keep your intentions clear, and resist drama or power struggles. There are real gains to be made through any change, but only if you manage it with your head, not your ego.
Tuesday brings The first quarter of the month in Librait is a natural control point of the lunar cycle to make adjustments. In Libra, these corrections often involve other people, partnerships, or existing arrangements. Be open-minded today about what needs to change in a relationship or partnership situation, and help others see what you’re missing.
Then the Moon moves into Scorpiodeepening focus as the day progresses. Jupiter also forms a supportive sextile with Uranus in Gemini on Tuesday, linking great opportunities with promising changes. If you had a dream where you wanted to act in an unusual way, Tuesday will give you both the imagination and the encouragement to start exploring what that might look like.
Then Wednesday comes and Leo season officially begins.
The Sun moves into Leo, and the whole energy of the next month shifts to a warmer, bolder, and more exciting side than Cancer season has to offer. Leo season is a time of year for joy, creativity, play, romance, and self-discovery. After a few weeks of Mercury retrograde in Cancer asking you to go inside and tend to your emotional bases, the arrival of Leo season feels like opening a window at home for a long time. The timing could not have been better.
Thursday brings the moment many people have been waiting for. Mercury stations in Cancer and the retrograde is officially over.
Things that have been stuck, unclear, or emotionally tangled for the past few weeks are now beginning to unravel. Communication in home and family matters will be more clear. Decisions that seemed impossible to make began to feel more comfortable. The way forward is starting to look again in terms of what you might have guessed. Not everything will be solved overnight, but the direction is changing and this change is real. The Moon moves into Sagittarius that day, adding an optimistic and expansive tone that makes Thursday noticeably brighter than it has been in the past few weeks. Feel it for yourself. It worked.
Try this idea today: What was confusing or stuck during the retrograde that you are finally ready to move forward with new clarity?
Friday is in full swing as Mercury in Cancer forms a supportive sextile with Venus in Virginia. Conversations are easier these days and finding the right words to express what you mean comes naturally. This is a good day for any communication that requires both emotional honesty and practical clarity. Reach out, follow through, and say what you’ve been waiting to be said.
Saturday brings an important outer planet aspect as Neptune in Aries forms a sextile with Pluto in Aquarius. It’s a big picture, collective energy that works at a deep level. It supports passionate intuition, creative approaches to change, and a sense of connection to something greater than your personal circumstances. Big changes can happen this month as these two slow-moving planets work together, so be aware of your choices and actions. What you put into motion now may take longer than you expect.
Then on Sunday, Saturn goes retrograde in Aries, and it’s worth taking seriously.
Saturn’s retrograde increases the pressure on discipline, responsibility, and getting things right. As Saturn moves retrograde, labels become more expensive, cut corners begin to show, and the structures you’ve built are tested for integrity. In Aries, there is also the risk of impatience or acting before thinking things through.
The suggestion of Saturn retrograde is simple: stick to your plans, be honest with yourself, and keep doing the right thing, even if it’s harder than you’d like. Saturn values stability above almost anything else, and those who stay the course during this retrograde will be in a significantly stronger position when it’s over.
Try this thought today: Where in your life have you been cutting corners or avoiding responsibilities that Saturn’s retrograde wants to bring back to your attention?
The week closes with three aspects, including the Sun in Leo, which pulls in a slightly different direction on Monday. Opposing Pluto in Aquarius may evoke frustration or a desire to confront something or someone, but engaging in this struggle is unlikely to serve you well. Instead, channel the intensity effectively.
A trine to Neptune in Aries strengthens your intuition and truly restores quiet reflection or relaxation today. And a sextile to Uranus in Gemini opens up space for independent, unconventional thinking around change that is important to you. Between these three aspects, Monday asks you to choose your battles wisely, trust your intuition, and be open to approaches you haven’t tried before.
Leo season is here, Mercury retrograde is over, and what was heavy a week ago is already starting to lighten. The work of the coming weeks is to build on that momentum with the discipline that Saturn demands and the joy that Leo season offers. These two things together are a powerful combination.
The placement of the planets this week
- The sun: Cancer (June 21 – July 22, 2026), Leo (July 23 – August 23, 2026)
- Mercury: Cancer (June 1 – August 9, 2026)
- Venus: Virgo (July 9 – August 6, 2026)
- Mars: Gemini (June 28 – August 11, 2026)
- Jupiter: Leo (June 30, 2026 – July 26, 2027)
- Saturn: Aries (February 13, 2026 – April 12, 2028)
- Uranus: Gemini (April 25, 2026 – May 2033)
- Neptune: Aries (January 26, 2025 – March 2039)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily Astrology Pictures
July 20, Monday
The sun
Cancer
Moon
Libra
Astrological aspect
Jupiter in Leo trines Neptune in Aries – Lucky Jupiter with Neptune enhances imagination, intuition and empathy, and you can focus on opportunities to use them in some way.
Pluto in Aquarius vs. Jupiter in Leo – Change can seem out of control, but if you focus, you can turn it into a positive and even gain more resources from it. Just stay away from fights and don’t get caught up in drama.
Tuesday, July 21
The sun
Cancer
Moon
The first quarter of the month in Libra – Other people may help you with adjustments you need to make next week, or you may need to make small changes to a partnership or agreement. Keep an open mind.
The Moon enters Scorpio – in the next few days, serious issues may attract more attention, and you can work on a better understanding of them. This could mean research or simply better focus.
Astrological aspect
Jupiter in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini – Augmented Jupiter promotes change, connects you to your future, and helps you embrace the unconventional. You can pursue opportunities to make your dreams come true.
Wednesday, July 22
The sun
Sun enters Leo – With the Sun moving into Leo, this kicks off Leo season, and next month you can focus on having more fun, bringing more joy into your life, and tapping into your creativity and talents. It’s a time for play, romance, and connecting with your soul. This may be necessary to get out of Mercury retrograde!
Moon
Scorpion
Thursday, July 23
The sun
Lion
Moon
Moon Enters Sagittarius – Things may look brighter for you over the next few days as Leo season and Mercury retrograde come to an end. Play with big ideas and explore what’s possible.
Astrological aspect
Mercury Direct in Cancer – Mercury retrograde ends and everything can get back on track, especially in home and family matters. You can look at ways to improve emotional stability, support and help, and take care of yourself.
Friday, July 24
The sun
Lion
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological aspect
Mercury in Cancer sextile Venus in Virgo – Conversations can be pleasant and you can find the right words to say. Express yourself and communicate with others.
Saturday, July 25
The sun
Lion
Moon
Sagittarius
Astrological aspect
Neptune in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius – Another big point! It can make you intuitively passionate, more creative with your changes, and more connected to the team. Big changes can happen this month, so choose your actions wisely.
Sunday, July 26
The sun
Lion
Moon
Moon enters Capricorn – Get in touch with your thinking about your path over the next few days. This will help you determine if you are on the right track and what to do next.
Astrological aspect
Saturn’s retrograde begins in Aries – Saturn turns retrograde and appears to be moving retrograde through fiery Aries. Saturn retrograde limits you more than usual, and you need to be committed to your plans, doing the right thing, and behaving the right way. If you do, you may be rewarded when the retrograde ends.
July 27, Monday
The sun
Lion
Moon
Capricorn
Astrological aspect
Sun in Leo vs Pluto in Aquarius – Today you may want to quarrel, and it may not be your fault, but it may get you out of hand. Avoid resentment and try to channel frustrations effectively.
Sun in Leo trines Neptune in Aries – Intuition can be powerful and can help you determine if you are doing the right thing. You can take time to relax and recharge or meditate quietly.
Sun in Leo, sextile Uranus in Gemini – There may be an important change in focus and you can be independent and open-minded with it. You may want to work on unconventional plans and methods.
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