May Horoscopes
It's gunna be May! Here is your 2019 May horoscopes provided by our resident astrologer and over all advice giver, Luna Waterstone.
Aquarius (January 21 – February 19)
It’s a throwback kind of month, isn’t it Aquarius? We know you are all up in your nostalgia feels during Taurus season, with home taking the #1 spot in your life as May begins. On Saturday, May 4, prepare for a New Moon that brings comfort and grounding. Use fresh, clean mindset to clear out old junk and spark some Marie Kondo-level joy - because good news is on the way. Mercury, the messenger, reveals itself on Monday, May 6. So surround yourself with creature comforts and whatever floats your boat. By Wednesday, May 15, Mars will shift your workload into overdrive, but the full moon in Scorpio on Saturday, May 18, make it all worth your while. Don’t let the bright lights prompt an insecure partner to make you dim them. The Sun will deliver a burst of creative genius as it creeps into Gemini on Tuesday, May 21. Meeting with Mercury the same day, the sun’s synergy will empower you with enlightened productivity. Use it.
Pisces (February 20 – March 20)
Okay, Pisces-- it is time to get your mind right. You know, for real this time. The New Moon on Saturday, May 4, will help you distinguish the shady “friends” from the solids in your life. Ask your friends everything you want to know as cerebral Mercury enters Taurus on Monday, May 6. You’re likely to have some deep conversations with people you wouldn’t expect. Love and idyllic beauty reigns as Venus resides in Taurus on Wednesday, May 15. Satisfy your restlessness with a quick trip - even if it’s just to the corner Italian coffee shop with your love. Wednesday, May 15, will bring a burst of energy and excitement to start socializing. Pour those mid-May energies into your ride-or-dies as the Full Moon swoops into Scorpio on Saturday, Go deeper. You deserve it.
Aries (March 21 – April )
Your birthday season may have ended with all kindsof feels, Aries girl. But expect May to jump off hot and fresh! Count your blessing, take inventory of all of your super-powers, and get ready to put them to work. The New Moon on Saturday, May 4, is perfect for self-care, reflection, and a brief social media fast. Get ready for the mid-month seismic shift on Wednesday, May 15, when it becomes time to focus on a certain someone—and moving to the next level. Cuffing season is far away, yet cash flow to support those expensive habits is on the come up with the Full Moon on Saturday, May 18. Let’s get this bread!
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Hey, hey—it’s #TaurusSeason, baby! So take full advantage of the fresh start. You’re feeling shiny and sexy this month—work it! May 4thbrings a New Moon and a chance to reset yourself and decide who exactly is worth spending time on. Choose wisely! The undeniable sexiness of sultry Venus — with beauty, wealth, and love — will be perfectly aligned on Wednesday, May 15—so be ready to reach a new level with a lover, or connect with a new one. By May 18th, the Full Moon will reveal that you already have all the tools you need to succeed—at whatever you’re wanting to accomplish.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
You’re going to need to take it slow at the beginning of May, Gemini—you’ve got a lot to think about. A big transformation is on the way, and sometimes you just need to be aloneto work everything out. On Saturday, May 4, you’ll need to recharge your internal battery to get ready for some big moves ahead. You’ll be feeling a stronger sense of self come May 6, and ready to get back out there. By the middle of May, all that saucy self-love may bring a tempting secret love affair. But don’t waste your glow-up: The caffeinated Full Moon on Saturday, May 18, begs for emotional and physical release through healthy pursuits, so stanky-leg it up with the girls or shavasana it down in a sultry yoga class. Be ready to write that new chapter of your life on Tuesday, May 21, as the self-aware Gemini season starts. Birthday season is right around the corner!
Cancer (June 22-July 23)
Creative and caring Cancer can relish an interesting new social life, starting around the New Moon on May 4. Out with that old fake love--in with the new fun friends. You’re feeling a rush of energy—and wanting to step out of your shell a bit. Drink it up! Literally. Make sure you’re incorporating some yoga, walking, or just some extra. . . bedroom exploits to counter all of these extra calories. Gemini season is going to bring you some serious solitude and a chance to reflect on all these new discoveries from May. So don’t worry, you’ll get your rest eventually. For now though, live it up!
Leo (July 24-August 23)
Get ready to roar, lioness. The New Moon on Saturday, May 4, brings you some new career changes—maybe you’re taking on new clients, starting a new job, or sparking up a steamy new office romance. Hey, you’ve never been one for following the rules ;) Monday, May 6, will bring loads of attention from your higher ups, and you’ll be ready for the challenge. Mid-month will place the spotlight on you at center stage, giving you your time to shine. But hey, what’s new? Avoid haters and protect yourself. Personal and family issues will have you feeling nostalgic and craving clarity with the Full Moon on Saturday, May 18. Connect with the ones you love and wind down from your time in the bright sun as a comfy home becomes key on Tuesday, May 21. Just breathe!
Virgo (August 24-September 23)
Drama alert! Put your big girl Spanx on because this month will put Virgo on the front lines. And we all know that with fame comes detractors, so be ready to prove why you’re the best person for the position on Saturday, May 4. Your wits are going to be sought out—and tested, when Mars enters Cancer on the 15th. You’re going to be asked to take action—whether it’s work, a friendship, or a relationship. Be ready for some serious decision-making. Allow the Full Moon on Saturday, May 18, to rev you up but watch out for sharp words and speaking impulsively. It’s best not to ruffle any feathers right now. As we launch into Gemini season on Tuesday, May 21, don’t be surprised when that special someone finally notices you.
Libra (September 24 – October 23)
The scales of balance and imbalance are never more apparent than in May for Libra. Death versus rebirth. Love and sex. Hope trumping fear.The New Moon on Saturday, May 4, begs you to realize what is real in your closest relationship as material matters emerge. As Mercury transitions into Taurus on Monday, May 6, your senses will tingle as you intuit what others are feeling about you. Don’t put up too many roadblocks to guard your “good girl” image. Instead, enjoy the heartfelt talks on Wednesday, May 15, and attract pleasurable people by being yourself. It’s okay to be sexy! The Full Moon on Saturday, May 18, may bring so much emotional energy that it awakens you with thoughts of your deepest fears, but let go of paranoia — and pack your bags. Wanderlust will rise as Gemini season starts on Tuesday, May 21, sending you literally to another land, or metaphorically off to discover a new mental realm.
Scorpio (October 24-November 22)
The opposite of you, dear Scorpion, is that bullish Taurean. Therefore, during Taurus season you are focused on others more than your own reflection. Prepare to hit the refresh button with your relationship as the New Moon appears on Saturday, May 4. And book those dinner reservations starting Monday, May 6, as your loved ones begin to express themselves to you in new ways. Pay attention to body language. The smallest movements can mean so much. All the single ladies? Put your hands up on Wednesday, May 15, when Venus enters your opposing sign - you just may catch a partner. Those already attached may find their unions deepening. Either way, it’s time to suss outwho is real and fake as the Full Moon on Saturday, May 18, makes you extra sensitive. Relax and chill. Think calming scents (and strains) as opposed to pulsing dance floor vibes. Let your mood board feature deep connections as your psychic intuition goes off the charts on Tuesday, May 21, helping you figure out complex couplings.
Sagittarius (November 23 – December 21)
Sag, it’s all about youthis month. Taurus season is always crunch time for Sagittarians. Feel free to switch it to selfie mode as the new moon in Taurus arrives on Saturday, May 4. Eat, sleep, train, and repeat - while focusing on the daily rituals to get the pleasures you seek. Forget feelings of FOMO as Wednesday, May 15, rolls into the energetic Full Moon of Saturday, May 18. It’s fine to eschew a weekend of barhopping for time to pamper yourself at home. But don’t let too much self-awareness transform you into a suspicious Scorpio. Consider all sides and foster that Snapchat-filter-like optimism to look for the best qualities in those you love. As May draws to a close, your focus will shift on Tuesday, May 21, from career goals to your finest and most fulfilling relationships.
Capricorn (December 22-January 20)
Cap, Cap, Cap. It’s time to turn up for real! Capricorn may meet May with loads of astrological stress, but that doesn’t mean you can’t feel joy under the stars. The tides are shifting—are you ready? The New Moon on Saturday, May 4, will give you a fresh chance to link up with lovers and friends that let you know they have your back. Dive into dive bars, visit that sip and paint event, or enjoy all the creative energy enveloping your soul. When Mercury waltzes into Taurus on Monday, May 6, delve into spicy aesthetics and get some mud on your hands. By mid-May, Venus in Taurus may catch you knee-deep in crab legs and pinot noir. Pooh-pooh rash anger that rears its ugly head. Give your partner physical affection to root out the real problem. Let your social life slide into party mode by Saturday, May 18. Mix and mingle and multitask as Mercury swings into Gemini on Tuesday, May 21, preparing you to put work back into your viewfinder at the end of a busy month.
