Eclipse season is finally here! The new moon annular solar eclipse in Aquarius is on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 7:01 a.m. ET, which will occur at 28 degrees. New moons represent the beginning of a six-month cycle, and this lunar cycle will focus on the start of Aquarius' themes—friendship, community, and individuality. However, this lunation doubles as a solar eclipse, which will add a fateful yet unpredictable touch to the start of a new six-month cycle. How will the new moon annular solar eclipse in Aquarius 2026 affect you, based on your zodiac sign? Keep reading to find out!

🏺  What Can You Expect from the New Moon Annular Solar Eclipse in Aquarius 2026?

Eclipse season has officially begun with the new moon and annular solar eclipse in Aquarius on February 17. New moons represent the chance for a new cycle or chapter to begin. Since this is the start of something new, a new moon is an opportune time for manifesting and setting intentions. Whatever intentions, manifestations, and wishes you cast on the new moon may come to fruition over the next six months. Since this new moon will represent the start of a six-month cycle, you should think positively of what’s to come your way. However, the eclipse energy will have a fateful effect on what will come into your life. Although there’s no telling what might exactly happen during this eclipse, you can look back on the last time there was an Aquarius eclipse. Reflect on what occurred around February 15, 2018, and even July 27, 2018. Whatever happened then might echo during this eclipse portal. 

Aside from history repeating itself, you may notice an unprecedented unfolding in the Aquarius themes of your life: friendship, community involvement, networking, individuality, radicalness, and humanitarian efforts. However, the new cycle aligning with these themes will have unexpected twists and turns. Aquarius is already quite zany, so the eclipse will amplify quirkiness and rebelliousness. Although it can be challenging to predict exactly what will happen during an eclipse portal, you can count on one thing—authenticity. You may not know what crowds you’ll fall into or what pursuits will catch your eye, but you can rest assured that whatever unfolds is aligned with your individuality. Staying true to yourself will help you navigate the six-month cycle.

🧠  Overall Theme: Fate and destiny will align with your community efforts, aspirations, authenticity, and humanitarian causes. On a collective scale, this eclipse may lead to new communities forming or communities banding together under shared morals. Friendship will become more important, since it takes a village. Fighting for what’s right might feel out of the norm, but humanitarianism will be of the utmost importance. On a personal note, you may feel a shift within as you lean into your inner radical or inner weirdo. You might feel more like an outcast in everyday life, but you will eventually find a like-minded community.

💫   What Else Is Happening in the Sky? Your Cosmic Forecast for the Eclipse

As the anticipation builds, Luna will square Uranus in Taurus during totality. Typically, a square is stressful and combative since it implies that the moon and Uranus are at odds with one another. However, this square’s defenses will be brought down since Luna has a mutual reception with Uranus. A mutual reception occurs when two planets are in each other's preferred zodiac signs. In this case, the moon would rather be in Taurus, and Uranus would rather be in Aquarius. But since they cannot switch, the moon and Luna can work together to lend each other assistance and strength. 

So, how does this square and mutual reception play out during an eclipse?

Uranus’ unruly presence will cause extra chaos leading up to the eclipse and throughout the new six-month cycle. But this rebelliousness might be a welcome change of pace. After all, the new moon's annular solar eclipse might have been waiting for an excuse to act out. Unleashing pent-up energy in unexpected ways can be healing and genuine. You may feel freer when you do whatever you want. Acting out of character might be more true to the real you. Plus, the mutual reception suggests that your rebellious streak could have a positive impact on your six-month cycle. You may not feel as pressured by societal, familial, or peer expectations. Instead of giving in to what someone else wants, you will become a free agent. Aside from this, there might be a collective shift in material comforts, wealth, and value systems.

And to boot, this will be the last time Uranus in Taurus will have a direct effect on an eclipse, because Uranus won’t be in Taurus for very much longer. In other words, this will be a one-of-a-kind eclipse, so pay attention!

🌑  How Can You Navigate the Eclipse Portal?

It might be tempting to do a lunar ritual or to set intentions during an eclipse portal, but you’re better off waiting for the next normal new moon. Eclipses are fateful yet unpredictable, meaning that anything you do could have an unforeseen ripple effect. There’s no need to set intentions, hold a ritual, or perform magic because the eclipse is already aligned with your destiny. Intervening might just cause hiccups, delays, or other unnecessary problems that could distort the energy. However, you can still participate in an eclipse’s energy without adding more fuel to the fire. Here’s what you can do during an eclipse:

• Observe. What could happen at the start of this six-month cycle? You’re better off observing what comes up three days before and after this eclipse to get an idea of what destiny has in store for you. The events, connections, decisions, conversations, and more that unfold will tell you everything you need to know.
• Dream Journal. New and full moons already disrupt sleep cycles, so you can assume an eclipse will amplify that. You may not get much sleep, but when you do, make sure you’re paying attention to your dreams. You don’t have to remember every little detail upon waking. Jot down symbols, messages, and actions from your dreams since your dreams could signify something to come during this eclipse. 
• Animal Sightings. Did an unusual furry creature stumble across your path? Pay attention to odd animal sightings, which include animals and creatures of all kinds that you wouldn’t naturally see daily. The animal omen may be a message from the divine.
• Angel Numbers. Is there an angel number stalking you? You may notice a recurring three- or four-digit sequence everywhere you look. This angel number may appear on your phone, in signs, on license plates, and more. Look up what it means since this could be a message from your spirit team.

 

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🌟  How Will The Eclipse Affect Your Zodiac Sign

What can the zodiac signs expect from the new moon annular solar eclipse in Aquarius 2026? Read your sun sign and rising sign horoscopes to see what you should expect from this fated lunation:

♈  Aries: 11th House of Friendship, Networking, & Aspirations

Friends come and go, Aries. An unexpected yet destined new beginning arrives in your eleventh house of friendship, networking, and aspirations. The eclipse will shake even the most loyal bonds—prepare yourself. People you thought you would forever know, talk to, and even work with could disappear over the next six months. New friendships could also blossom. Go into this eclipse portal with an open mind about connection and community to align with friends fit for you.

♉  Taurus: 10th House of Success, Career, & Legacy

Success looks different, Taurus. Unforeseen changes will hit your tenth house of success, career, and legacy. Your outlook on accomplishments and achievements will change thanks to this fated eclipse portal. The next six months could drastically shift your perspective, causing unexpected changes in your career path, reputation, and pursuits. The best thing to do is be open to new experiences, since you never know what you could accomplish if you’re willing to try something else.

♊  Gemini: 9th House of Journeying, Worldview, & Belief

Where to next, Gemini? A fateful chapter begins in your ninth house of journeying, worldview, and belief. Unusual destinations and educational opportunities will present themselves during this eclipse cycle. You may find yourself contemplating returning to school or studying under a new teacher. New horizons may call your name even if you have no prior interest in traveling to these destinations. Whatever happens will radically shift your outlook on life, so get ready to see everything with new eyes.

♋  Cancer: 8th House of Intimacy, Taboo, & Money

Financial changes are coming your way, Cancer. Expect the unexpected when a new cycle begins in your eighth house of intimacy, taboo, and money. The eclipse portal is asking you to be vulnerable if you want to retain your buying power. You have a wonderful opportunity to enhance your wealth, power, and control, but only if you’re open to working with others. Don’t let your trust issues and fear of betrayal hold you back from abundance.

♌  Leo: 7th House of Commitment, Marriage, & Contract

Someone special will come into your life, Leo. Destined encounters are bound to happen when the eclipse hits your seventh house of commitment, marriage, and contract. A professional or romantic soul mate will materialize over the next six months. However, this person or arrangement may not be what you pictured. They could be something entirely different, but this isn’t a bad thing if they embody what your desires are. Go into it with an open heart.

♍  Virgo: 6th House of Health, Habits & Routine

Work will never be the same again, Virgo. Your life will never be the same, as the eclipse activates your sixth house of health, habits, and routine. Prepare for everything to change, since the eclipse will alter your work life forever. What you do now is subject to change in the next six months. You could begin working somewhere new, perhaps due to scheduling conflicts or health-related reasons. Trust the process and try not to overthink things.

♎  Libra: 5th House of Joy, Passion, & Creation

Fateful changes are coming to your passion projects and sex life, Libra. Unforeseen shifts will arise in your fifth house of joy, passion, and creation. The eclipse presents a new fated cycle that could align your soul’s journey with your happiness. There might be a chance to pursue a passion project, or perhaps serendipitous love will arise. Regardless of what comes to fruition, your inspiration, passion, and imagination will shift timelines if you lean into your creativity.

♏  Scorpio: 4th House of Home, Family, & Roots

How you live now will look radically different over the next six months, Scorpio. A fated new beginning will align with your fourth house of home, family, and roots. Where you live and who you consider family will drastically change, as the eclipse will shift your perception of home, family, and lifestyle. If you’re open to it, you could find a new home to live in or change your family dynamics for the better during this eclipse cycle.

♐  Sagittarius: 3rd House of Communication, Locality, & Siblings

What will inspire you, Sagittarius? Your third house, which governs communication, locality, and siblings, is destined for an immense, if unexpected, change of pace. The eclipse will bring something new and exciting to your attention, so get ready for your next hyper-fixation. You may find yourself exploring new hobbies, schools of thought, or connections that align with your authenticity. Who knows? Maybe this new interest will set you on a new journey over the next year. 

♑  Capricorn: 2nd House of Value, Security, & Wealth

Keep an eye on your finances, Capricorn. The eclipse has its eye on your second house of value, security, and wealth. This energy could go either way, since there might be immediate unexpected losses or gains. Since the changes will be imminent, it’s important not to get caught up in what’s happening at the beginning of the eclipse cycle. You might be surprised by where money comes from and where it goes over the next six months.

♒  Aquarius: 1st House of Self, Appearance, & Identity

You do you, Aquarius. 2026 is the year of finding yourself, as the eclipse kicks off a new fateful cycle in your first house of self, appearance, and identity. You have an amazing opportunity to completely revamp yourself, from what you wear to how you act. The eclipse encourages you to be unabashedly confident in your authenticity and individuality this year, so don’t be afraid to play around to figure out who you truly are.

♓  Pisces: 12th House of Subconsciousness, Intuition, & Mystery

Take your mental health seriously, Pisces. The eclipse says you cannot ignore your problems for long, as your twelfth house of subconsciousness, intuition, and mystery comes into focus. It’s time to acknowledge what you need to do or change to live a happier, healthier life. The next six months will hold you accountable in unexpected ways, as you figure out what to add to your life or what to walk away from to increase your overall happiness.

 

🌈  Capture Your Eclipse Aura 

Starting a new, fated cycle under an eclipse feels significant for a reason, and your aura will reflect this. Getting a snapshot of your aura can help you understand how the eclipse is affecting your energy. Each aura reading comes with an interpretation of your unique aura polaroid. 

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