Weekly Horoscope: October 26, 2026 to November 1, 2026—Spinning In Turbulent Seas

Every year, we experience planetary retrogrades. Our outer planets retrograde for many months of the year—some for five to six months—due to their immense orbit in our solar system. Venus, our planet of relationships, retrogrades once every eighteen months, while Mars, our planet of sex, retrogrades once every two years. Mercury, our planet of the mind, retrogrades three to four times every year! This is why we hear about it so often, as it pops back up every few months.

The Energy Profile Of This Week

Last week was jam-packed with cosmic energy, and I highly encourage everyone to read that horoscope because much of that is going to roll right into this week, too. Without repeating each detail, we will still be feeling a very rocky full moon in Taurus all week now—as it arrived on October 25. While it will begin to wane by Halloween, we will still feel on edge until nearly the weekend.

Also, Mercury retrograde in Scorpio began last week on October 24 and will continue until November 13. Venus retrograde ends on this exact same day, too, so you can expect that mid-November will bring a tremendous amount of whiplash as we do not know which way is up, down, left, right, or where we are headed! Mercury retrograde in Scorpio is rather choppy, as we must navigate the turbulent seas and lakes of lava of this zodiac sign. Our emotions will consume us, overwhelming logic, as we are more impulsive, instinctual, and abrasive. We may find that everything is “pushing our buttons” and the shadow sides of our personalities are emerging too—jealousy, manipulation, fear, revenge, domination, and beyond. Old wounds, secrets, and traumas may resurface even if we already thought we’d conquered them—and people who are karmic relationships could return to once again teach us a lesson as if they are nightmares or ghosts haunting us beneath the moonlight. The best thing to do is to embrace this period of shadow work and truly turn within to cleanse ourselves, release what is no longer serving us, and move through the wounds—not around them. Only then will peace and true growth be found.

As for astrological weather this week, we surprisingly do not have many aspects. On October 26, the sun will square Pluto—this is a dark day. It often brings challenges and heavy clouds for us to face. Lie low, do not race into battle, and let the storms pass. Mercury will square Mars on October 30, which means that we’ll be more confrontational, feisty, and impulsive—so it would be best if we try to ground ourselves rather than exploding or throwing temper tantrums. Find that inner peace and stay there.

Key Astrological Aspects and Transits This Week

• October 26 — Sun square Pluto 
• October 30 — Mercury square Mars

ARIES (MARCH 21 – APRIL 19)

The Mercury retrograde cosmic storm is here once again, Aries. This autumn, it is bringing confusion to your sector of wealth. This means that you may feel like finances are askew, large checks are missing, or that you aren’t certain how to make ends meet for a significant purchase.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 – MAY 20)

With Mercury retrograde taking place across the sky from you, Taurus, this means that there will be all sorts of confusion around relationships. In fact, you may have already found—or will soon—that people from the past are returning to you or that you cannot seem to get someone from days gone by off your mind.

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 20)

Even if you’ve felt like a well-oiled machine and have had your ducks in a row as of late, a corkscrew is coming right at you, Gemini! Your planetary ruler, Mercury, is beginning yet another seasonal retrograde, and this time it will occur in your sector of productivity. On one hand, this could make it as if your entire schedule clears up because everything is getting delayed or canceled—or that you can’t keep up with all of the wild requests coming out of the woodwork!

CANCER (JUNE 21 – JULY 22)

If you are single, you are entering a very peculiar Mercury retrograde cycle, Cancer. Even if you are not—it appears that people from the past may be returning into your orbit. This could be an ex, an old hookup, an old flame, or someone who wishes to reconnect—for another chance or for closure.

LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 22)

Take a deep breath because your emotions will be especially consuming in the weeks ahead, Leo. The present Mercury retrograde is throwing a whirlwind at your home, family, and domestic affairs. For instance, you could find that you and your kindred are all on different sides of the fence about important issues or that there are wacky things “breaking down” at home.

VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22)

While you often tend to be a focused and diligent communicator when you try, Virgo—considering your planetary ruler is Mercury—sometimes you don’t know how to truly express yourself. This often occurs when you are in the midst of a Mercury retrograde phase like we are right now! The best thing to do is to listen, reflect, and revise rather than launching key messages out into the world.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22)

Another retrograde is upon you, Libra, and it will cause things to slow down even further. With Venus, your planetary ruler, retrograde, life already feels slow, but now Mercury is swirling in a backward spiral, too! In truth, the best thing to do at this time is to go with the flow—especially when it comes to financial matters, income, and expenses.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21)

The universe is throwing smokescreens up before you, Scorpio—but no, it is not to punish you. Mercury retrograde has begun once again, and it will be occurring entirely in your zodiac sign. This reveals that this is not the time to proceed in any way—but instead to succumb to the universe, go with the flow, and see where it takes you.

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21)

Your intuition and dreams are likely firing off many confusing and mixed messages at this time, Sagittarius. This is especially true with Mercury retrograde in your sector of the unconscious. Use this time to rest, recharge, reflect, and lie low. You’ll be glad that you did later on down the line.

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19)

Of all the zodiac signs, you may actually enjoy the autumn retrogrades more so than others, Capricorn. This is because much of the retrograde energy is highlighting old friends or people from your past. If there is anyone you’d care to reconnect with—regardless of whether it is personally or professionally—now is the time to reach out!

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18)

You’ve been on a consistent climb in professional matters for a while, Aquarius, as you’ve sought to “recreate yourself” and transform your life around you. However, the present Mercury retrograde is throwing curveballs at you when it comes to ambitions, goals, and plans. This isn’t a time to make big changes; it’s better to wait and see what reemerges from the past.

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20)

You tend to be one of the most spiritual zodiac signs around, Pisces, but right now it may feel as if you are just uncertain of what you believe in. The current Mercury retrograde could have you debating the purpose of your life and where you fit in. Luckily, you should make it through this period much more unscathed than some of the other zodiac signs. Take a deep breath!