August 9, 2025 • 3:56 PM EDT • 17°00' ♒︎
A full moon occurs when the Sun and Moon are at the same degree in opposite signs, and although there are major aspect patterns accompanying it, this month's Aquarius full moon is unaspected.
In other words, the Leo Sun and Aquarius Moon only have eyes for each other, which means its expression is unaffected by other planetary influences.
The USA. In last week's newsletter, I commented on the recent flooding and 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Alaska saying that:
August 7-10 is noteworthy because during that time transiting Mars will be directly opposing the nation's 4th house cusp, as well as transiting Saturn and Neptune which will be sitting on it.
That this alignment will be in in effect during the August 9 full moon increases the odds of a significant event, though based on a quick analysis of the chart it may not be weather related.
Given that there was a 3.0 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey yesterday (August 2), together with the fact that the full moon is within 10° (wide but within orb of a conjunction) of the nation's Moon making a quincunx to its Mars (4th house ruler), I stand by my previous comment that the full moon could coincide with an earthquake, or alternatively, some other type of natural disaster/weather event.
Collectively speaking, the purpose of this full moon is to bring awareness to the need for community, fellowship and social responsibility.
On the individual level, the purpose of this full moon is to to awaken you to areas of your life where you need more freedom, that would benefit from a dose of originality, or are in need of a radical change.
Planetary Support. Although they don't connect with the full moon itself, there are several beneficial planetary alignments occurring at the same time.
For starters, there is a Grand Air Trine consisting of Mars in Libra, Uranus in Gemini and Pluto in Aquarius, which is a very positive influence that promotes sociability, curiosity and creativity.
This influence can help you ask the right questions about your situation, reach out to others for help and/or come up with innovative solutions.
While this is a wonderful configuration, it is a self-contained energy, which means it benefits can be wasted if we aren't aware of it.
Fortunately, thanks to Saturn in Aries and Neptune in Aries opposing Mars and sextiling Uranus and Pluto, the awareness is there because these oppositions form a tail that changes this Grand Air Trine into two distinct Kites.
The oppositions (awareness, balance) from Saturn (structure) and Neptune (vision) create awareness and serve as an outlet for the self-contained energy, while the sextiles to Uranus (change) and Pluto (transformation) offer additional opportunities for expression.
Lastly, the opposition (awareness, balance) between transiting Mercury Rx and transiting Pluto brings in the potential for ideas, thoughts and discussions (Mercury) that will help you reflect (retrograde) on what needs to be transformed (Pluto) in your life.
However, since Mercury is retrograde until August 11, 2025, it's possible that such awareness will come a few days after the full moon occurs. Either way, it will be best to wait to incorporate any changes or ideas until after it is moving direct.
So which life areas is this full moon illuminating in your life?
Look to the life areas ruled by the house in your horoscope that holds the full moon.
All full moons bring things to light, to fruition and to a conclusion, but since this one is in Aquarius, you're also likely to experience greater awareness about the need for more originality, freedom or change in your life.
If you don't know where 17°00' Aquarius falls in your horoscope, use the list below to find out it falls in your horoscope according to your Rising sign. If you don't know your Rising sign, then refer to the list below according to your solar (Sun-sign based) horoscope.
As always, it's important to keep in mind that this full moon will affect you more (or less) depending upon the aspects (if any) it makes to your personal horoscope.
If your Rising Sign (or Sun Sign if you don't know your Rising Sign) is:
Aries, it’s in your 11th house of hopes and dreams, which suggests there is a strong possibility that something near and dear to your heart will come to fruition now. Since this house is also about humanitarian interests and group relationships, you could decide get involved in a cause that is meaningful to you. If you have a pending application for membership in a group, you can expect a decision, and if you’re active on social media, this full moon could coincide with a milestone event such as going viral or reaching a certain number of followers.
Taurus, it’s in your 10th house of career and public reputation, which puts a spotlight on your professional and personal status and suggests that this full moon will coincide with news of a promotion, honor, award, retirement or in extreme cases, a scandal or public dismissal. It could coincide with a change in your personal status, such as becoming a spouse, parent, grandparent or homeowner. Since the 10th house rules authority figures, a tense situation with a boss, parent or other authority figure could come to a head in a very public manner.
Gemini, it’s in your 9th house of higher knowledge, which could bring with a decision about your religion, college plans, political party or other type of philosophical or belief system. On a different note, this is the house of long journeys, so you could be returning from a far off location or deciding on your next destination. Since legal ceremonies also fall in the 9th house, this full moon could coincide with tying the knot or participating in a swearing-in ceremony. Lastly, since they also live in the 9th house, there could be a spotlight on grandchildren.
Cancer, it’s in your 8th house of intimacy and trust, which suggests that an existing relationship will go to a much deeper level. Since this is also the house of other people’s resources, if you are waiting on news related to a mortgage, loans, tax matter, inheritance, maintenance, child support, government benefits, bankruptcy or a legal settlement, it is likely to come at this time. On a different note, this full moon could reveal something about your shared resources, as well as shed light on someone else’s motives.
Leo, it’s in your 7th house of relationships, which means that a major development in a personal or professional important relationship, such as a deeper commitment or a parting of ways. Another possibility is that this full moon will illuminate boundary issues or other negative patterns in your relationships that need to be resolved to ensure future happiness. On a separate note, if you have been involved in an ongoing conflict, this full moon could bring a lawsuit or a settlement
Virgo, it’s in your 6th house of employment. If you’re waiting on a hiring decision, this full moon is likely to bring it. Alternatively, if a current job hasn’t been going well, you may decide it is time to look for a new one, and in extreme cases, it could be decided for you. Since this house also rules health and daily routines, you may become aware of an issue at this time, which may involve nutrition and fitness levels. Lastly, this house includes pets, which suggests a you may make a pet-related decision at this time
Libra, it’s in your 5th house, which suggests that if you have had your eye on a certain someone, this full moon could take you from just flirting to actively dating. Since this is the house of creative self-expression, you could receive recognition for a creative project or bring one to a conclusion. This house also rules children, so there could be news of a birth, and if you’re a parent, you may be making a child-rearing decision at this time. As the house of joy, this full moon may reveal new ways to have fun, as well as whether you’re having too much or too little of it.
Scorpio, it’s in your 4th house of home and family, so if there has been tension in your household, it could come to a head. If so, the good news is that the air will be cleared, paving the way for a happy resolution. It’s also possible that a parent will need your attention at this time. This full moon could bring a redecorating, landscaping or home improvement project to its completion, as well as a decision connected to a rental application or home sale come. On a separate note, some interesting facts about your genealogy may come to light at this time.
Sagittarius, it's in your 3rd house of communications, short trips, side-by-side relationships and your local area, which means this could be the time you conclude a negotiation, wrap up a writing project, return home from a short trip, finalize plans with a sibling, cousin or neighbor or hear news about your local area, including zoning changes or road work. Since this house also rules ground transportation, contracts and warranties, it suggests that you could seal the deal for a new vehicle or alternatively, a problem could come to light with a current one.
Capricorn, it's in your 2nd house of money, so if you are waiting to hear news about a raise (in your pay and/or expenses), it’s likely to come at this time. Finalizing a budget is another possibility, and if you have been making payments for a past purchase on a payment plan, this may be the month you make your final payment. On a different note, since this house is also about personal values, this full moon could illuminate your priorities in life, as well as show you how you really feel about yourself.
Aquarius, it’s in your 1st house of the Self, which suggests that you may make an important life decision that will have lasting consequences connected to your personal development. For example, you may decide to make a deeper commitment to a relationship or choose to end one. Alternatively, you may decide to make a major change in your living situation, finances or career. Since this house includes your body, this full moon could coincide with the conclusion of a physical matter, such the completion of dental work or attaining your perfect weight.
Pisces, it’s in your 12th house of hidden information, which means that you may experience an intuitive download, gain access to confidential information or experience a psychological breakthrough. If you have been experiencing guilt or a tendency for addictive or self-sabotaging behavior, this full moon could shed light on why you do so that you can release it. Since this house is also a creative one, you may discover an artistic talent you didn’t know you have or alternatively, this could be the time an existing one blossoms
Releasing with the Aquarius Full Moon
If you plan to do a full moon ritual for releasing something from your life, be sure to do it after the full moon has occurred at 3:56 PM EDT (remember to adjust for your time zone). If you do it before the full moon occurs, the moon will still be waxing (growing) and you will be trying to release something during a powerful time of attraction.
Personally, I like to wait a few days until I see the Moon start to disappear a bit.
Now, you can release anything under any full moon, but when it's in Aquarius, it is especially favorable for releasing negative beliefs related to your hopes, goals, casual friends, peers, colleagues, humanitarian causes and group relationships.
It's also a favorable time to release unwanted traits or behaviors, such as being callous, defiant, rebellious, indifferent, unpredictable, detached or condescending.
