Sky on September 22, 2026: Moon in Aquarius, transits of the day
Author: Viktor Balakirev · Published
· All times are UTC
The Moon
Moon in Aquarius · Waxing gibbous · 81% illuminated (at 08:00 UTC)
Events of the day (UTC)
- Moon trine Uranus
- Moon square Venus
- Moon sextile Saturn
The main event of the sky
Today is a quiet day in the sky, with no stations, planet ingresses, or exact slow-planet aspects. The main backdrop is the Moon in Aquarius, moving through its waxing gibbous phase at 81% illumination. This sets a tone of intellectual curiosity and a desire for novelty, without any major planetary shifts to disrupt the flow. The broader context includes separating aspects: Mercury sextile Jupiter and Neptune sextile Pluto, which continue to support open-minded communication and subtle, long-term inspiration.
The Moon and the mood of the day
According to Vronsky, the Moon in Aquarius makes people more sensitive and nervous, with a subconscious craving for freedom and change. Routine tasks may feel tedious, while new, unusual ideas attract attention. This is a good time for scientific work, inventiveness, or planning for the future, but Vronsky advises realising one's chances realistically and not letting imagination take over. Unexpected surprises, meetings with interesting people, or old friends are possible, and predictions or hunches may come true. However, Vronsky warns that it is nearly useless to appeal to reason today — the soul wants something exciting, so believing in fairy tales and miracles comes easier.
Aspects of the day
Three exact Moon aspects occur today, all involving the Moon in Aquarius:
- • At 04:23, Moon trine Uranus in Gemini: this supports sudden insights, original thinking, and a desire for mental freedom.
- • At 05:40, Moon square Venus in Scorpio: this can create tension between emotional needs for independence and desires for deep connection or intimacy.
- • At 17:16, Moon sextile Saturn in Aries (retrograde): this offers a grounding influence later in the day, helping to channel innovative ideas into practical, disciplined action.
How to live the day
Embrace the Aquarian Moon's call for novelty and change, but stay grounded. Use the morning for brainstorming or creative problem-solving, taking advantage of the Moon-Uranus trine for fresh perspectives. The Moon-Venus square may bring friction in relationships — avoid forcing emotional conversations; instead, allow space for both freedom and closeness. Later, the Moon-Saturn sextile helps you organise your insights into a realistic plan. Vronsky suggests thinking carefully before speaking, as words can have unintended effects. Overall, enjoy the unexpected without losing sight of practical limits.
Planet positions at 12:00 UTC
| Planet | Sign | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Virgo | 29°30′ |
| Moon | Aquarius | 9°30′ |
| Mercury | Libra | 18°43′ |
| Venus | Scorpio | 6°23′ |
| Mars | Cancer | 26°39′ |
| Jupiter | Leo | 18°01′ |
| Saturn | Aries | 12°14′R |
| Uranus | Gemini | 5°38′R |
| Neptune | Aries | 3°05′R |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 3°11′R |
Retrograde planets
- Pluto — retrograde from May 6 to October 16
- Neptune — retrograde from July 7 to December 12
- Saturn — retrograde from July 26 to December 10
- Uranus — retrograde from September 10 to February 8
- Ahead: Venus retrograde from October 3 to November 14
Backdrop of the day
- Mercury sextile Jupiter — separating, orb 0.7°
- Neptune sextile Pluto — separating, orb 0.1°
- Next: Full Moon — September 26, UTC, in Aries
- Next: New Moon — October 10, UTC, in Libra
How does this sky touch you personally?
The sky is the same for everyone; the houses and aspects are yours alone. Personal transits show where these events fall in your chart.
- Вронский — Вронский, т.10 «Транзитология I»
Positions and event times are computed with the Swiss Ephemeris.