Your October 2024 Horoscope Brings Scorpio Season, Jupiter Retrograde, and a Solar Eclipse
Daniel Egneus
Read your sign's 2024 horoscope predictions to see what's in store for you this year or check out each sign's dates & personality profile to learn more about the zodiac.
Welcome to October 2024. This month begins with a new moon and solar eclipse in Libra, bringing unexpected beginnings compared to last month's eclipse, which is associated with endings. The expansive planet Jupiter retrogrades, asking us all to take stock of what's working and what's not. Then Pluto goes direct while dipping back into Capricorn in a move that asks us to say goodbye to some area of our life. Dirty talk is likely with Mercury in Scorpio and Venus in Sagittarius emboldens love.
There's also an intense Aries full moon, making love even more passionate, although fights are likely. Then, the sun enters Scorpio, kicking off Scorpio season and ushering in Halloween. The next few weeks are sexy and costume-filled but also intense and emotional. The month wraps up with Vesta, ruler of sacred spirituality, moving into Libra, blending the sacred and the profane.
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Jump ahead to each section and read about major dates, planetary transits, and each sign's unique predictions.
October 2024 Horoscope Overview
Welcome to October! This month brings Scorpio season, another eclipse, and an important shift from the transformative planet Pluto. Things kick off on Wednesday, October 2, when the sky lights up with a Libra new moon and a solar eclipse. While last month's eclipse was a lunar, and happened with a full moon, thus coinciding with sudden endings, as this one is solar, which lines up with the new moon. As a result, it could lead to unexpected beginnings. However, eclipses are still super stressful, so make sure to get lots of sleep and rest around this date.
On Wednesday, October 9, the lucky planet Jupiter goes retrograde in Gemini. Its backward dance lasts through February of 2025. During this time, it's an opportunity to reflect and reassess what is working for you and what's not. Your individual horoscopes will have more details on which area of your life is affected.
Earlier this year, Pluto moved into Aquarius, the humanitarian of the zodiac, after moving out of ambitious Capricorn, where it entered in 2008. Now, on Friday, October 11, Pluto goes direct, ending a retrograde, into Capricorn, where it first dipped back to in September. It will stay in this sign until November, before moving back into Aquarius, where it will stay all the way to 2043. During Pluto's brief dip back into Capricorn, we all get a chance to say goodbye to a chapter of our life. On a global scale, Pluto moving into Aquarius marks a shift towards a more humanitarian world.
As the sign of sex, death, and rebirth, Scorpio energy is intense. Make sure to rest and relax in between all those parties.
There's a chance for dirty talk once divine messenger Mercury moves into Scorpio on Sunday, October 13. And we all feel emboldened in love when sweet Venus moves into brave fire-sign Sagittarius on Thursday, October 17. On this same date, Thursday, October 17, the sky lights up with a full moon in Aries. The vibe is extremely passionate, but all this fire sign energy in love could also lead to fights. Get plenty of sleep, and remember to think before you speak.
Scorpio season begins on Tuesday, October 22. Happy Halloween! We made a costume guide, if you're interested. As the sign of sex, death, and rebirth, Scorpio energy is intense, so make sure to rest and relax in between all those parties. And, if you're casually hooking up with someone, there's a high chance of catching feelings. Long-term relationships may also enjoy rush of new passion. Adding to the erotic mix, on Saturday, October 26, Vesta, the asteroid of sacred sexuality moves into relationship-oriented Libra, mixing the sacred and profane.
Important Astrological Dates in October 2024
Here are the major dates you'll want to keep an eye on this month, no matter your astrological sign.
Important dates in October 2024:
Wednesday, October 2: New moon and solar eclipse in Libra
Wednesday, October 9: Jupiter goes retrograde in Gemini
Friday, October 11: Pluto goes direct in Capricorn
Sunday, October 13: Mercury enters Scorpio
Thursday, October 17: Venus enters Sagittarius
Thursday, October 17: Full moon in Aries
Tuesday, October 22: Sun enters Scorpio
Saturday, October 26: Vesta enters Libra
October 2024 Monthly Horoscopes by Zodiac Sign:
Not sure what your sun sign is? Here's a quick refresher of the dates for each. Click a specific zodiac sign below to open up your October 2024 horoscope and see what's in store for you this month, or keep scrolling for an overview of all the signs.
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
October starts on an intense note with a new moon and solar eclipse in Libra, primarily affecting your relationships. Then, lucky Jupiter, the planet of expansion, goes retrograde in your talkative 3rd House, asking you to reevaluate your communication style. You'll want to pay extra attention to this opportunity if you get into any fights during the eclipse. Pluto goes direct in Capricorn, a sign that it is visiting briefly before settling into Aquarius. Divine messenger Mercury moves into your intense 8th House, leading to creative inspiration. The full moon in your sign could lead to heightened intuition but also arguments and anxiety. And when the sun moves into Scorpio, expect your sex life to heat up. Shortly after, when the asteroid of sacred sexuality moves into your partner-oriented 7th House, expect long-term relationships to feel new again and casual hook-ups to become emotionally intimate. Read your full October horoscope here, Aries.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
This month brings an eclipse, Taurus, that urges you to take a look at your work/life balance. Then, Jupiter, the lucky planet of expansion, goes retrograde in your opulent 2nd House. While we can't make promises in this job market, it may see you reevaluating how you make a living. Pluto goes direct in Capricorn. It first moved into the hardworking sign back in 2008. Think back to your life then. Did any cycles start that may be coming to a close? When Pluto settles into Aquarius next month, the new chapter begins. Your love life takes center stage when the sun moves in Scorpio, giving an erotic vibe to Halloween. The asteroid of sacred sexuality just asks you to check in with yourself to make sure you're thinking with your mind and your body. Read your full October horoscope here, Taurus.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
October opens with a solar eclipse affecting your 5th House of Pleasure. While fights could occur, other Geminis will meet a new partner, although it will likely be an intense and passionate relationship. The expansive planet Jupiter goes retrograde in your sign, asking you to reevaluate some life choices. Pluto goes direct as part of its farewell tour. When your ruling planet, Mercury, moves into your sign, you're encouraged to rest and schedule in down time before your body does it for you. Lover Venus then moves into Sagittarius, affecting your 7th House of Partnership on the same day that brings a wild full moon. Halloween arrives this month. Everyone loves Scorpio season, especially you Gemini, given all the costume parties. Just make sure to continue to rest. Vesta, the asteroid of sacred spirituality, moves into your pleasurable 5th House, bringing the divine to your orgasms and creativity. Read your full October horoscope here, Gemini.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
This month brings a new moon and a solar eclipse that affects your cozy 4th House. Everything from uncomfortable mattresses to toxic roommates may become impossible to ignore, begging you to make changes to live the cozy Cancer life you deserve. Transformative Pluto goes direct in Capricorn, a sign that it is currently briefly visiting, as a chance to say goodbye to a chapter of your life before settling into Aquarius. Divine messenger Mercury shifts into sexy Scorpio, affecting your pleasurable 5th House, while lover Venus asks you to prioritize well-being by moving into your 6th House of Health. An Aries full moon brings a culmination, and the month closes with Vesta, the asteroid of erotic spirituality, making your sex life divine. Read your full October horoscope here, Cancer.
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
October begins with a Libra new moon that's also a solar eclipse affecting your 3rd House of Communication. This could lead to misunderstandings, so make sure to get plenty of sleep and practice self-care. Jupiter, the planet of expansion, goes retrograde, which indicates that your friend group is going to be changing. Pluto ends its retrograde and goes direct in Capricorn, a sign that it is currently visiting before settling into Aquarius and staying put until 2043. The divine messenger Mercury moves into your 4th House of Home and Family, bringing any issues at home to a head. On a sexier note, Venus moves into your pleasurable 5th House. There's also a brooding Aries full moon, not to mention, the sun moves into Scorpio, kicking off Scorpio season and bringing Halloween. Read your full October horoscope here, Leo.
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Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
October brings another eclipse (there was one last month, too). This one is a solar eclipse associated with beginnings that could lead to unexpected opportunities. Then, Jupiter, the planet of expansion, goes retrograde in your 10th House, asking you to redefine what success means to you. Pluto goes direct in your pleasurable 5th House, bringing fantasies to life but, perhaps more importantly, currently dipping back into Capricorn before stationing in Aquarius, where it will stay until 2043. This gives the end of one chapter and gives you a chance to tie up loose ends before the next one begins. Mercury brings fights, dirty talk, or both, as does a full moon in Aries, but Venus helps you make up. The month wraps up with the start of Scorpio season, so get ready for Halloween. Just get plenty of sleep this month. Read your full October horoscope here, Virgo.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
October begins with an eclipse in your sign, Libra. While this could lead to unexpected opportunities, it may also see you feeling burnt out. A week after the eclipse, Jupiter, the planet of expansion, goes retrograde and sees you finding surprising new interests. The transformative planet Pluto ends its retrograde, dipping back into Capricorn, before moving into Aquarius and staying there until 2043. Its brief reentry into Capricorn is an opportunity to say goodbye to a chapter in your life. Mercury moves into Scorpio, and Venus moves into Sagittarius, two intense transits that are beneficial if wielded properly. There's a full moon affecting your partnerships, and when the sun moves into Scorpio, you get plenty of party invites, but it's really important to keep up the rest. And with the sun in your 2nd House, the stars are ready to be generous with you. October ends with Vesta, the asteroid of spirituality, moving into your sign, giving you orgasms so good that you see God. Read your full October horoscope here, Libra.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
October opens with a solar eclipse that affects your heady 12th House, making you feel psychic but a little overwhelmed by it all. A week later, Jupiter, the planet of expansion, retrogrades in your sexy 8th House, changing the way you relate to pleasure. Transformative Pluto goes direct in Capricorn, which is a chance to say goodbye to a chapter of your life. The divine messenger Mercury moves into your sign, helping you assert yourself, and thanks to Venus moving into your opulent 2nd House, the stars are feeling very generous with you. Just know that an Aries full moon could see you feeling exhausted. And happy solar return! Your season officially begins on Tuesday, October 22. Everyone wants to be a Scorpio, but remember that you're more sensitive than you think, so it's crucial to schedule rest. Read your full October horoscope here, Scorpio.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
October begins with a solar eclipse affecting your friendships. Some Sags may meet their new best friend, while others should be on the lookout for fights with current friends. Your ruling planet, expansive Jupiter, goes retrograde in your romantic 7th House, reevaluating the way you approach love. Then, transformative Pluto ends its retrograde in a move that lets you say goodbye to a chapter of your life and welcome in a new one. The divine messenger Mercury moves into your heady 12th House, amplifying your psychic powers. Venus moves into your sign, blessing your love life, on the same day as there's a full moon affecting your pleasurable 5th House, indicating hot sex and orgasms. Finally, the sun moves into spooky Scorpio season, and Halloween is here. Read your full October horoscope here, Sagittarius.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
This month opens with a solar eclipse, which could indicate welcome professional opportunities, although, considering how stressful eclipses are, you'll want to take it easy. The expansive planet Jupiter goes retrograde, affecting your 6th House of Health, asking you to examine your work/life balance. Transformative planet Pluto ends its retrograde. It is currently revisiting your sign before moving into Aquarius, where it will stay through 2043. Its visit back to Capricorn is a chance to say goodbye to a chapter. Mercury asks you to catch up with friends, and Venus heightens your intuition. There's an Aries full moon affecting your 4th House that's best spent taking it easy. The sun moves into Scorpio, bringing Halloween and artistic inspiration. People underestimate how creative Capricorns are. Read your full October horoscope here, Capricorn.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
This month begins with a solar eclipse that could bring an unexpected opportunity your way, likely regarding something out of your comfort zone. The expansive planet Jupiter goes retrograde in your 5th House of Pleasure, prompting you to reevaluate how you relate to sex and creativity. The transformative planet Pluto does direct into Capricorn, where it is visiting before stationing in your sign and staying there until 2043. Its reentry into Capricorn, which is a chance to say goodbye to a chapter of your life. Mercury helps you network, and sweet Venus asks you to connect with friends. Scorpio season starts, which means it's Halloween, giving you a chance to show off your creativity with costumes. During Scorpio season, the sun is also in your ambitious 10th House, further encouraging you to be creative. Read your full October horoscope here, Aquarius.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
This month opens with a solar eclipse that could see you meeting someone new and important. Just be aware that it's a stressful date, so the passion could be almost overwhelming. The expansive planet Jupiter goes retrograde, affecting your 4th House of Home and Family. Pluto goes direct, which gives you an opportunity to say goodbye to a chapter in your life, especially as it pertains to friendships. You're feeling broody when chatty Mercury moves into your philosophical 9th House, and thanks to Venus, the stars are feeling generous. Scorpio season brings romance and Halloween, and Vesta, the asteroid of spirituality, moves into relationship-oriented Libra and your sexy 8th House, making this month even more romantic. Read your full October horoscope here, Pisces.
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