New Moon November 2026: November 9 in Scorpio — Exact Time & Meaning

New moon November 2026: date, time and sign

The new moon of November 2026 is on November 9 in Scorpio. The exact moment is 07:02 UTC, which is 02:02 EST in New York and 10:02 in Moscow.

New moon in Scorpio 2026: what it is about

A new moon marks the beginning of a lunar cycle — a time when the Sun and the Moon meet in the same zodiac sign. From November 9 to November 24, the Moon is waxing, growing toward the full moon in Gemini on November 24. The next new moon will be on December 9 in Sagittarius.

The aspects and the sky on the day

On this new moon, the Sun and Moon are together in Scorpio. Mercury is also in Scorpio and retrograde (retrograde since October 24, 2026, until November 13, 2026; shadow from October 4 to November 30). Venus is in Libra and retrograde (retrograde since October 3, 2026, until November 14, 2026; shadow from August 31 to December 15). Mars is in Leo, already in its pre-shadow period (retrograde from January 10, 2027, to April 1, 2027; shadow from November 5, 2026, to June 8, 2027).

What it may mean inside

This new moon in Scorpio invites us to look beneath the surface of our own feelings. Scorpio is associated with intensity, hidden currents, and the things we usually keep private. With both Sun and Moon here, there is a convergence of conscious intention and emotional instinct — a moment to notice what we truly desire, not just what we think we should want.

Alfried Längle writes about a fundamental relationship with life, rooted in a sense of vital strength and a feeling toward being-here — what he calls "I like to live." This vital joy comes from bodily sensation and from positive relational experiences, especially with the mother. A Scorpio new moon may bring us closer to this raw, bodily sense of aliveness — or, if we are disconnected from it, may stir restlessness or a feeling of being stuck. The question to gently ask oneself: "What in my life feels truly alive right now, and what feels dead or numb?"

How to live the new moon in November 2026

• • Set intentions slowly: With Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, it is worth writing down your thoughts and then revisiting them after a few days. What seems clear today may shift tomorrow, and that is fine.
• • Watch for sharp edges: Vronsky warns that people may be more critical and sarcastic now. If you feel the urge to snap, pause. If someone snaps at you, try not to take it personally — the mood is temporary.
• • Limit intense conversations: According to Vronsky, it is useless to try to clarify relationships under this Moon, as reactions are unpredictable and may worsen the situation. If you must discuss something important, keep it short and factual.
• • Notice what draws you: Scorpio stirs interest in the hidden, mysterious, or taboo. This can be a rich time for reading, journaling, or exploring a topic that fascinates you — without needing to act on it immediately.