The new moon on December 20 will affect these three zodiac signs most intensely

The last new moon of the year on December 20 is an auspicious moment to close 2025 and a 9-year cycle in numerology, while preparing to welcome 2026 and plunge gently into the new 9-year chapter that’s opening.

At the time of the new moon on December 20, the moon will lie between the Earth and the sun. Its sunlit side faces the sun, while its Earth-facing side is in shadow. This makes it appear black in the sky. This phenomenon will be exacerbated on December 20, as the new moon will be responsible for the darkest night of the year. Not only will it have a total absence of light, creating a very dark sky, but, as an added bonus, it takes place on the eve of the winter solstice, the longest night of the year. Fortunately, behind this darkness lie messages of light. According to astrologer Rachel Ruth Tate of Casinos Analyzer, this New Moon is ‘a lesson is a blessing’ moment, a reset that pushes us all toward honesty, clarity, evolution and movement, even if we don’t feel ready for it.

What will the new moon in Sagittarius on December 20, 2025 bring us?

“The new moon invites us to introspect, feel and perceive our environment and ourselves,” says Tate. “This new moon, under the sign of Sagittarius, encourages us to set goals and aim high, all the more so as its ruler, Jupiter, is well placed in Cancer. To hit the bull’s-eye, you need to believe in yourself enough to pick up the bow and pull the string.” Venus is close to Sagittarius, helping us to take courage and choose joy. On the other hand, Saturn’s pressure meets Neptune’s fog, which means this new moon isn’t without its challenges, as it’s also under the pressure of a Saturn square in Pisces, which reminds us that there will always be obstacles on the road to success. “Be patient and keep the faith when doubts stand between you and your dreams,” Tate advises. “‘Someday’ has to end up being ‘today’. Keep in mind that you’ll never be as ready as you think you should be.” That said, Neptune, a potentially confusing planet, also blurs things in conjunction with Saturn in Pisces, so be careful not to venture into the realm of illusion. The best advice for this new moon? “Be honest and move forward with love in the process of becoming, however chaotic and imperfect it may be.”

3 zodiac signs particularly targeted by the new moon on December 20:

Cancer: Deeper clarity and emotional reset

You tend to feel each lunation more than other signs, Cancer, because the moon is your master and its cycles correspond to yours. This new moon will be felt more deeply due to the presence of its ruling planet in your sign. Jupiter went retrograde in Cancer in mid-November, and since then, you’ve learned a lot about what you really want for yourself. From what you believe about the origin of the universe to what you want your days to look like, you’ve been doing a lot of thinking about your life… and that’s a good thing. Set yourself clear intentions and do your best.

Sagittarius: Endings that pave the way for new beginnings

This new moon occurs in your sign, Sagittarius, which inevitably heralds new beginnings. However, as some things begin, others come to an end. It’s normal to mourn the end, and it’s much easier to turn the page by acknowledging and accepting the situation with dignity. Your ruling planet, Jupiter, is retrograde in Cancer, which encourages you to accept life’s ups and downs with grace. There’s no peak without a valley, Sagittarius. Venus is conjunct this moon, gently reminding us that there’s also something beautiful behind the next hill. Keep climbing.

Pisces: Tension now, relief soon

You can’t help but feel the tension this lunation, Pisces, with Saturn and Neptune sending difficult squares from your sign. With this extra tension comes a feeling of extra weight, so give yourself more space than usual to rest and decompress. The situation is probably uncomfortable at the moment, preventing you from enjoying life to the full. But this will pass, once Saturn and Neptune have left your usually gentle and pleasant sign, during the first two months of next year. Just a little more effort, Pisces. You’ll soon be able to enjoy yourself again.”

This article first appeared on Vogue.fr