{"id":55785,"date":"2024-12-02T08:37:48","date_gmt":"2024-12-02T13:37:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/?p=55785"},"modified":"2024-12-06T10:28:08","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T15:28:08","slug":"december-2024-horoscope","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/december-2024-horoscope\/","title":{"rendered":"December 2024 Horoscope: Black Moons, Retrogrades & Grand Finales"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Here\u2019s all the astrology you need to know in your December 2024 horoscope.
<\/strong>
<\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Ready to wrap up the year with a giant velvet bow? Your December 2024 horoscope features not one, but TWO fresh-start-serving new moons, appearing as December\u2019s intro and outro: a Sagittarius new moon on December 1 and a Capricorn new moon on December 30. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun fact: a month with two full moons is called a “blue moon,” and one with a double shot of new<\/em> moons is called a “black moon.” The bonus new moon right before NYE brings a burst of speed to help you crush year-end goals or get an early start on your 2025 resolutions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turns out, you may need it. Both mobile Mercury and fast-acting Mars will have retrograde cycles this December, which could cause untimely delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But before we get to the end, let’s start at the beginning of your December 2024 horoscope, which includes an in-progress Mercury retrograde, leading to a midmonth full moon and an intense Jupiter-Saturn square that happens right at Christmas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Comfort zones expand with the Sagittarius new moon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Opening your December 2024 horoscope is the year’s only new moon in visionary Sagittarius, on December 1 (1:21AM EST; 9\u00ba33′).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first of two new moons this month, the Sagittarius new moon<\/a> nudges you beyond the confines of your comfort zone. But look both ways before you leap!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a new moon in this risk-taking sign typically calls for a supersized leap, this one is at odds with cautious Saturn<\/a> and opposite overconfident Jupiter<\/a>. Translation: Make sure you\u2019ve got a solid plan in place before you press \u201cgo.\u201d Better to promise a little less upfront and then dazzle with your delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fruitcake of your December 2024 Horoscope: Two retrogrades<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Both Mercury and Mars have retrograde<\/a> cycles in December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mercury retrograde extends till December 15, the last Mercury retrograde<\/a> cycle of the year that began on November 25 (right before Thanksgiving in the U.S.). When you add the two weeks of retroshade<\/a> (the shadow period), the balance is your entire 2024 holiday season tinted by Mercury’s backspin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius (and during Sagittarius season<\/a>), remember that this sign does not<\/em> hold back opinions and feelings. So be careful around those holiday tables. Ground rules can be stated, but it might be tough to keep them in place (especially in the post-U.S. election climate).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stop, think, review, reevaluate\u2014these are the golden rules of any\u00a0Mercury retrograde<\/a>. Take time to decide your playbook. (Check out our guide,\u00a0How to Share the Holidays with Any Sign<\/a>, for some tips). And what to do when the Mercury retrograde is over<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dial back the decadence when Mars joins the retrograde brigade<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Passionate Mars<\/a> turns retrograde on December 6, backing through lavish Leo until Jan 6, 2025, then slipping back to comfort-loving Cancer for the remainder of its retrograde, which lasts until February 23, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While holiday season is in peak swing during Mars retrograde<\/a>, go easy on the overpriced bottle service, lazy Lyft rides and buying nonessentials on credit. You don’t have to deny yourself, just think long and hard before you green-light tempting purchases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same thing goes for potential holiday romances. While back-spinning Mars scrambles signals in lovey-dovey Leo until January 5, pace yourself before you take the plunge. Holiday cheer could devolve into drama with people who compete for the spotlight or get obnoxious after one too many Christmas cocktails. Keep it profesh at the office holiday party! You heard it here first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Love gets casual with Venus in Aquarius <\/h3>\n\n\n\n


Friendly fire? Love planet Venus<\/a> will spend the rest of the year in Aquarius starting December 7. With the cosmic coquette in the sign of casual connections and unconventional relationships, the atmosphere isn\u2019t exactly drenched in traditional romance, but there\u2019s plenty of lighthearted fun to be had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the second time in 2024, you can celebrate the universal love of friendship and community (Venus visited Aquarius from February 16 to March 9). A mutual contact could play matchmaker, and online connections will ignite with vixen Venus in this tech-savvy sign. For couples, this period can spark honest dialogue about the way you envision a happy union. Drift as far from the standard playbook as you want. From an open relationship to living separately to pursuing adoption, no topic is taboo!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create an environment where you can discuss your secrets freely. Talking about these things doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ll actually pursue them. The point is to banish fear or possessiveness and give your individuality more breathing room. The Venus in Aquarius transit<\/a> extends till just after the new year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Divine downloads turn into actions when Neptune goes direct<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s next? For the past few months, that question has required deep contemplation, which hasn\u2019t necessarily yielded much clarity. But after December 7, answers start coming into focus as tuned-in Neptune ends a long retrograde<\/a> on its home turf of dreamy Pisces that began on July 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During this period of soul-searching, you may have come to enlightening realizations about yourself, your desires and your relationships. Now, you can start putting those divine downloads into action. Pro tip: That doesn\u2019t mean you should stop daydreaming. Quite the opposite! Neptune is a master at manifestation and miracles and is highly attuned to creative visualization. Close your eyes, picture the outcome you want and “act as if” you\u2019ve already achieved it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Share your wishes at the final full moon of 2024 (in Gemini) <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The final full moon of 2024 lands in loquacious Gemini on December 15 (at 4:02AM EST; 23\u00ba53′), urging you to articulate your wishes and dreams. People can\u2019t read your mind, so if you want something, speak up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since la luna is in a confusing 90-degree square<\/a> to Neptune\u2014further complicated by the tail end of Mercury retrograde\u2014you might need to explain yourself a few times over. Post about your passions and share your original views. With the full moon in this kindred-spirit sign, you never know who
might be moved by your message and respond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An opportunity to collaborate could also appear under these dynamic-duo moonbeams. Ready to transition your career? Reach out to former collaborators or colleagues you admire. If you\u2019ve been waiting for news or an answer, you could finally hear it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome, winter solstice and Capricorn season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere (December 21) belongs to the longest-suffering sign of Capricorn, the tireless Sea Goat who persists against all odds! On the winter solstice, we welcome the start of Capricorn season (at 4:21AM EST). For the next four weeks, take a pragmatic and humble approach to all you do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Goal-setter Capricorn loves an ambitious plan and a solid system. Write down where you\u2019d like to be a year from now and reverse-engineer a master map that will get you there, one discerning step at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Could someone in your life use a not-so-secret Santa? Capricorn is the provider sign, reminding us that \u2018tis better to give. (Fortunately, it\u2019s also ruled by boundary-hound Saturn<\/a>, so generosity doesn\u2019t
have to turn into a sacrifice.) Look for ways you can pass on your expertise, like taking a greener relative or coworker under your wing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jupiter and Saturn’s Christmas Eve crossfire<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Exactly who’s coming down the chimney tonight? This Chrismas Eve, expansive Jupiter and restrictive Saturn clash in a 90-degree square, repeating a tense aspect we last saw on August 19 of this year. With Jupiter in verbal Gemini and Saturn in dreamy Pisces, snarky barbs could mix with passive-aggressive guilt trips. Whew! The entry into “Chrismakwanzukkuah” will be FAR from a “silent night,” so do your part to keep the conversational hygiene clean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stop playing martyr: wounded-healer Chiron goes direct <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stop playing martyr and stand up for yourself! You\u2019ll get a confidence boost as healing comet Chiron<\/a> rockets forward in firestarter Aries, ending a retrograde on December 29 that started on July 26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just beware the temptation to blow up if you feel a surge of suppressed resentment. While Chiron wheeled backwards through Aries, passive-aggressive barbs and sneering put-downs may have been people\u2019s best defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that Chiron\u2019s back in forward motion, be mindful of the fine line between assertiveness and aggression. Chiron also has incredible healing powers, so unlock its potential (the Chiron symbol is a key!) and turn anger into purpose and passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crush EOY goals with the new moon No. 2, in Capricorn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The December 30 new moon in Capricorn (5:27PM EST; 9\u00ba44\u2019) is a bonus second new moon this month. It brings a burst of speed to help you crush end-of-year goals or get an early start on your 2025 resolutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We realize it\u2019s the 11th hour and you have soir\u00e9es to attend. That\u2019s more reason to stay nimble and pivot if a better strategy presents itself. Efficiency is the name of the game, but you know what\u2019s not? Wearing struggle like a merit badge. What can you delegate and outsource to get the job done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you\u2019re coordinating transportation to all of your NYE events, try visualizing where you\u2019d like your career to be six months from now. Can\u2019t-stop-won\u2019t-stop Capricorn loves the hustle, but this new moon helps you radar in on work that\u2019s worthy of your time and energy. Want to pull off a grandiose plan? Create structure and systems. That\u2019s how this cardinal earth-sign energy supports growth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature art by Rosie Dienhart<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the full December 2024 Horoscope<\/a><\/strong><\/em> for your zodiac sign \u00bb<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Here\u2019s all the astrology you need to know in your December 2024 horoscope.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1319,"featured_media":52462,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,18],"tags":[10544],"as_signs":[],"class_list":["post-55785","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles","category-featured-articles","tag-december-2024","article-link","infinite-scroll-item","no-featured-image-padding"],"featured_image_urls_v2":{"full":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec-.jpg",960,720,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec--150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec--300x225.jpg",300,225,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec--768x576.jpg",768,576,true],"large":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec-.jpg",960,720,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec-.jpg",960,720,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Dec-.jpg",960,720,false]},"post_excerpt_stackable_v2":"

Here\u2019s all the astrology you need to know in your December 2024 horoscope.<\/p>\n","category_list_v2":"Astrology Articles by The AstroTwins<\/a>, Featured Articles<\/a>","author_info_v2":{"name":"The AstroTwins","url":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/author\/astrotwins\/"},"comments_num_v2":"0 comments","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55785","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1319"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=55785"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55785\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/52462"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=55785"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=55785"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=55785"},{"taxonomy":"as_signs","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/astrostyle.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/as_signs?post=55785"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}