Moon Signs

The Moon describes your emotional nature — how you feel, what makes you feel safe and how you instinctively react when life gets hard. Where your Sun sign is who you're becoming, your Moon sign is who you are when no one is watching.

Moon in AriesPassionate · Impulsive · BraveMoon in Aries feels things instantly and honestly. Emotions flare up and burn out quickly, and you need independence and action to feel emotionally safe — sitting still with a problem feels worse than tackling it head-on.Moon in TaurusSteady · Sensual · LoyalMoon in Taurus is exalted — one of the most emotionally steady placements. You find security in comfort, routine and the physical world, and you're a calm, reassuring presence for others.Moon in GeminiCurious · Chatty · AdaptableMoon in Gemini processes feelings through words. You need to talk things out, and variety and conversation keep your mood light — though you may intellectualise emotions rather than sit with them.Moon in CancerNurturing · Intuitive · ProtectiveMoon in Cancer is at home — deeply intuitive, nurturing and emotionally rich. Family, home and belonging are central to your wellbeing, and you care for others instinctively.Moon in LeoWarm · Expressive · ProudMoon in Leo needs to feel seen, appreciated and loved out loud. You're warm, generous and expressive with feelings, and creativity or play is often how you recharge emotionally.Moon in VirgoCaring · Practical · AnalyticalMoon in Virgo finds calm in order, usefulness and a well-kept routine. You show love by helping, and you feel best when life is organised — though worry can become your default emotional state.Moon in LibraHarmonious · Romantic · DiplomaticMoon in Libra needs harmony, partnership and beauty to feel at peace. You're emotionally attuned to others and dislike conflict — sometimes at the cost of voicing your own needs.Moon in ScorpioIntense · Private · LoyalMoon in Scorpio is in its fall — emotions run incredibly deep and private. You feel with total intensity, need complete trust to open up and have a powerful capacity for emotional transformation.Moon in SagittariusOptimistic · Free · HonestMoon in Sagittarius needs freedom, adventure and meaning to feel emotionally well. You bounce back with optimism and humour, though you may run from heavier feelings.Moon in CapricornReserved · Responsible · ResilientMoon in Capricorn is in detriment — emotions are held with restraint and responsibility. You find security in achievement and self-reliance, and you often mature emotionally early.Moon in AquariusIndependent · Friendly · DetachedMoon in Aquarius processes emotions with a little distance. You need space, friendship and freedom to be yourself, and you often care more easily for groups and causes than for your own feelings.Moon in PiscesEmpathetic · Dreamy · CompassionateMoon in Pisces is deeply empathetic, imaginative and emotionally porous. You feel what others feel, need creative or spiritual outlets and require quiet time to recover from the world.

Moon signs by element

Fire

A fire Moon processes feelings through action. Emotions arrive fast, burn bright and pass quickly — you'd rather do something than sit with a mood.

Earth

An earth Moon finds safety in routine, the body and tangible comfort. You process emotions slowly and show care through practical help.

Air

An air Moon processes feelings by talking and thinking them through. You need to understand an emotion before you can settle it.

Water

A water Moon feels everything deeply and intuitively. Emotional tides run strong, and you absorb the moods of the people around you.

Where the Moon is strongest

Domicile (at home)

Cancer

Exalted

Taurus

Detriment

Capricorn

Fall

Scorpio

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Moon sign FAQ

What is a Moon sign?

How long does the Moon stay in a sign?

The Moon spends about 2½ days in each sign.

How do I find my Moon sign?

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