November invites us to take a closer look at our lives: what we love, where we invest our energy, and which relationships and plans we want to nurture. The first half of the month favours reflection, revisiting unfinished matters and letting go of what no longer feels meaningful. From mid-month, clarity gradually returns, bringing more opportunities for action, creativity and love. As the Sun enters Sagittarius on November 22, optimism grows, along with a desire to travel, learn and look towards the future with greater confidence.
November is a month of inner transformation. Circumstances may initially encourage us to slow down and reconsider our priorities. Something that seems delayed may need a different approach, a clearer intention or a little more understanding.
The Sun in Scorpio supports this deeper work. It encourages us to recognise our fears, understand recurring patterns and discover the strength to change them. Give yourself time to see what is worth keeping and what you are ready to leave behind.
The planetary background of November
The slower-moving planets remain in the same signs throughout November: Jupiter in Leo, Saturn and Neptune in Aries, Uranus in Gemini and Pluto in Aquarius. Together, they maintain a dynamic background of creativity, initiative and change.
- Find out more about Jupiter ir Leo here.
- Find out more about Uranus in Gemini here.
- Find out more about main transits of outer planets.
Closer to everyday life, Mercury travels through Scorpio all month, encouraging insight and searching conversations. Venus remains in Libra, its own sign, highlighting partnership, beauty and fairness. Both begin the month retrograde: Mercury turns direct on November 13, followed by Venus on November 14.
Mars travels through Leo until November 26, supporting creative expression and courage, before entering Virgo and bringing greater attention to practical work and organisation.
Would You Like to Follow the Planets Each Day?
Planetary transits are constantly changing. In the ASTRODAIVA calendar, you will find:
- the day’s astrological overview;
- planetary transits;
- lunar days;
- favourable activities.
The calendar is free.
These planetary changes divide November into three distinct periods.
November 1–13: Reflect, reconnect and reconsider
The first part of the month is well suited to reviewing relationships, personal priorities and existing commitments. Retrograde Venus encourages us to reconsider what we value and how we understand love and well-being. Retrograde Mercury turns our attention towards communication, information and earlier agreements.
An old friend may get in touch, an unfinished conversation may return, or you may see a familiar situation differently. Take time to understand what these experiences mean to you now.
In relationships, discuss what needs more attention: affection, time together, shared responsibilities or expectations. Speak honestly while leaving room for the other person’s perspective.
At work, revisit existing projects, organise information and clarify details. This period is more useful for correcting and refining than for pushing ahead with something entirely new.
The New Moon in Scorpio on November 9 invites you to identify what you want to transform. Perhaps you are ready to change a draining habit, establish clearer boundaries or face a question you have been avoiding. With Mercury and Venus still retrograde, allow your intentions time to develop before expecting immediate progress.
Those with the Sun, Moon or Ascendant in Scorpio may experience this period particularly strongly.
Favourable days: November 4, 11 and 12.
More challenging days: November 8 and 9.
November 13–22: Gather strength and begin moving forward
The middle of November marks a gradual turning point. As Mercury and Venus turn direct on November 13–14, communication becomes clearer and relationship matters begin to move forward. Allow a little time for decisions and arrangements to settle.
The Sun and Mercury remain in Scorpio, helping us concentrate, investigate and approach important matters with greater understanding. Mars in Leo adds creative enthusiasm and the courage to express ourselves.
This is a more supportive period for beginning projects that have already been considered carefully. Return to an idea you believe in and identify the first practical steps towards bringing it to life.
Venus in Libra encourages warmth, cooperation and an appreciation of beauty. Make time for a date, a meaningful conversation or a shared interest. New connections may develop more easily, while existing relationships can benefit from renewed attention.
Creative work, beauty-related services and projects requiring both insight and initiative are especially in keeping with this period.
Water and earth signs—Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces, Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn—may find the middle of the month particularly supportive for focused progress.
Favourable days: November 16, 20 and 22.
More challenging days: November 17 and 18.
November 22–30: Broaden your horizons
The Sun enters Sagittarius on November 22, bringing a more open, optimistic atmosphere. After weeks of looking inward, attention turns towards future possibilities.
You may feel drawn to travel, study, cultural events or conversations with people whose experiences differ from yours. Share an idea, reconnect with friends or explore a subject that inspires you. The anticipation of the festive season may also begin to lift your spirits.
This period supports education, publishing, international connections and introducing your work to a wider audience. Fire and air signs—Aries, Leo, Sagittarius, Gemini, Libra and Aquarius—may feel particularly responsive to its opportunities.
On November 26, Mars enters Virgo, shifting energy towards practical tasks, useful skills and everyday routines. Organise your workspace, put your priorities in order and turn an inspiring plan into manageable steps. Leave room for rest and enjoyable company alongside your responsibilities.
Favourable days: November 25, 29 and 30.
More challenging day: November 24.
*Dates follow Central European Time; some events fall on the previous day in the Americas.
The meanings of the houses:
- 1st — personal development;
- 2nd — earnings;
- 3rd — your immediate surroundings, neighbours, relatives, learning;
- 4th — home, family, property;
- 5th — children, love, creativity, leisure;
- 6th — work, duties, health;
- 7th — partnership, exchanges with the world;
- 8th — business, finances, esoteric knowledge, sexuality, extreme situations;
- 9th — foreign countries, higher education, authority, recognition, worldview;
- 10th — career, main goals of life;
- 11th — friends, community activities, dreams;
- 12th — inner work, spiritual practices, mental health, charity, self-sacrifice.
A general forecast is only the first step, though it can already reveal quite a lot. The next is to bring these indications together with the rest of your birth chart (perhaps you have already drawn yours up by now 🙂).