By While Mercury is often associated with havoc-wreaking retrogrades, the messenger planet deserves more credit for coloring our mental energy and thought processes, as well as how we communicate and engage with technology. The planet that travels closest to the sun, which, in astrology, oversees identity and self-image, influences how you receive and share information as well as express your ideas and opinions. And all of those areas of life are about to take a turn for the more mindful, resolute and sensual, thanks to Mercury moving through fixed earth sign Taurus. Given that the sign of the Bull is loyal, dependable, grounded, deliberate and slow-paced, this transit urges you to take your time as you interact with others, gather intel and make decisions. It can also support your ability to dig your heels in — for better or worse. This planetary move kicks off on Saturday, May 10, at 8:15 a.m. ET/5:15 a.m. PT. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of Mercury in Taurus 2025.
What does Mercury in Taurus mean?
Mercury, the planet of communication, transportation, and technology, influences how we connect with others, express ourselves and think. So, to get a sense of how you and others may be more apt to think and communicate at any given time, consider looking to the zodiac sign that the messenger planet is spending time in. You can check out my book, Mercury Magic: How to Thrive During Retrogrades and Tap Into the Power of the Messenger Planet All Year Long, to learn more about this, so you can make the most of Mercury’s moves.
Annually, typically in April and/or May, Mercury moves through Taurus, the second sign of the zodiac symbolized by the Bull. The fixed earth sign’s ruler is Venus, the planet of relationships, art, beauty and earning, so people born with their sun and especially their natal Mercury in the sign are social, sensual, luxury-loving and pleasure-seeking. Quite unlike their preceding sign, speedy Aries, Taureans take their sweet time thinking through what they want to do, say or act on. And as one of the fixed signs, they’re prone to sticking to a particular routine, habit, mindset or pattern and might struggle to pivot or adapt when the tide turns. But it’s also this steadfastness that leads them to be loyal friends and lovers whose closest bonds may very well last a lifetime.
That said, when Mercury moves through Taurus, you may find it easier to commit to a game plan and stay focused on the finish line. Black-and-white thinking is certainly a potential pitfall of this fixed energy, so do your best to consider nuance and subtle details, whether you’re strategizing alongside colleagues or working through conflicts with loved ones. At the same time, you can more readily harness diplomacy and express yourself in a measured, thoughtful way, and you’ll be more apt to learn and gather information through all five senses — something the sign of the Bull is innately wired to do.
What can you expect during Mercury’s trip through Taurus in 2025?
Although Mercury visits Taurus annually, all of the other planets move at different rates through the zodiac, so the messenger planet’s meetups with other celestial bodies vary from year to year. A few key dates in 2025:
On Monday, May 12, Mercury will square off against transformative Pluto in fellow fixed sign Aquarius, which can fuel your desire to dip beneath the surface of your interactions and investigate underlying dynamics and to potentially even uncover secrets. Because this is the same day as a full moon in intimacy-seeking Scorpio (another fixed sign that sits opposite of Taurus), prepare for emotions to run high. Adopting a slow, steady, pragmatic Taurean approach to any drama could serve you well.
Then, on Sunday, May 18, Mercury forms a tense but activating square to go-getter Mars in fixed fire sign Leo, which could spur overly speedy thinking and impulsive communication that could give way to verbal conflicts. Stepping back, slowing down and holding off on making big decisions could preempt frustration — not to mention fireworks.
And before Mercury leaves Taurus for cerebral, buzzy, curious mutable air sign Gemini, it will pair up with game-changer Uranus on Saturday, May 24, which could give way to innovative thinking and the desire to strike out on your own or rebel against conventional thinking.
Here, how Mercury in Taurus 2025 will affect you based on your sign. (Be sure to read both your sun and your rising sign if you know it. If you don’t, you can find it in your birth chart or by using this CafeAstrology calculator.)
Aries
Messenger Mercury spent an extraordinarily long amount of time in your sign, thanks to its retrograde, so it could feel like a relief and a whole new ballgame as it finally moves on and into your money zone. You’ll now have the wind in your sails for maximizing the returns on the investment of your time and energy. You’ll be fired up to gather information that could support your ability to blaze new income-boosting paths, and you might also be able to hone skills that boost your earning potential. Apply your soaring mental energy toward financial goals, and you’ll see thrilling results.
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Taurus
Because of its retrograde this spring, Mercury has spent an inordinate amount of time in your spirituality zone, which has been a sleepy phase devoted to resting, recharging and dreaming more than articulating your desires. But now that the messenger planet is in Mercury, spending time in your sign and self-image zone, you can step into the spotlight to share your most burning ambitions. You’ll be more assertive, outgoing and direct, eager to share your thoughts, ideas and passions with others. In turn, you’ll feel more empowered and confident.
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Gemini
Your ruling planet Mercury has spent a lot of time in your career zone and friendships sector over the last few weeks, which has made for extra focus on your professional path and social life. But now, as Mercury moves through your spirituality zone, you can slow down and streamline your social commitments and any other activities you lend your mental energy to. This might be a bit of character, to be sure, but nurturing your mental and emotional well-being now sets you up for even more curiosity and gratifying learning experiences later in the month.
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Cancer
Thanks to a retrograde, Mercury has been moving back and forth between your adventure sector and career zone, but now, it’ll activate your friendships sector, turning your attention to the groups, teams and communities you’re a part of. You’ll want to work alongside people with whom you share a similar vision, which could lead to feeling like part of something big and meaningful. Now is also a wonderful opportunity to open up more about long-term wishes that you can more readily research strategies for fulfilling.
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Leo
Mercury’s backspin this spring meant it spent a significant amount of time in your higher learning and intimacy sectors, so you’ve been working quite a bit on tuning into your gut and nurturing your closest bonds. But as Mercury spends time in your career zone, you can flip the script to earning more professional recognition and training your mental energy on making your mark in the public eye. This moment was made for stepping into the spotlight, trading notes with higher-ups, taking on more responsibility and presenting your most ambitious big picture game plans. You’re sure to make quite an impression.
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Virgo
Your ruling planet, messenger Mercury, has been in your partnership and intimacy zones for weeks on end, so you’ve been immersed in one-on-one bonding, but now, as it moves through your adventure and higher learning zone, you can tap into a whole new vibe. This transit inspires you to research, brainstorm, discuss and actually make moves on thrilling opportunities to broaden your horizons. You may want to work with a mentor to hone an intriguing new skill set or begin exploring new philosophies, and Mercury’s presence here can also support your ability to tune into and trust your gut.
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Libra
After weeks in your partnership and daily routines sectors, messenger Mercury advances into your intimacy zone where you’ll be focusing on deepening your bond with someone special, be that a significant other or potential partner. Surface-level conversations just won’t cut it now, as you’ll be eager to trade your most intense emotions and desires. Because this zone also oversees joint resources, this is also a fantastic moment for gathering information and making moves to advance financial goals you share with a loved one.
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Scorpio
You’ve been training your mental energy on creative projects and your everyday wellness regimen more than ever lately, thanks to Mercury’s extra time spent in your self-expression and health zones, but as the messenger planet moves through your partnership sector, you’ll want to pour more cerebral energy into your one-on-one relationships. You want to cooperate and connect with a significant other, dear friend or close colleague more than usual. While it is admirable to hold space for their thoughts and opinions, try not to hold back from sharing your own, as this moment is all about reciprocity, compromise and bolstering mutual understanding.
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Sagittarius
The messenger planet’s extra time spent in your romance and home zones recently has amplified your focus on creative endeavors and your familial relationships, but now you’ll be turning your attention to your wellness and daily routines, thanks to Mercury’s time in your health sector. You can explore new ways to care for your mind, body and spirit on an everyday basis, check vitality-related to-dos off your list and enjoy lively conversations and collaborations with coworkers. And if you’ve been wanting to bring more balance to your daily hustle, you could experiment with and pinpoint a practical solution now.
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Capricorn
Mercury has been flipping between your home and communication sectors for weeks on end, which has no doubt felt a bit draining, as you’ve been stretched too thin and managing more family-related matters than usual. Now, you can take heart that the messenger planet is in your romance and self-expression zone, boosting lighthearted, playful cerebral energy you can channel into creative outlets you adore. You might want to make an effort to go to an art exhibit or concert, have more impromptu dance parties with loved ones or plan a memorable date night. Either way, making fun a priority benefits your mental energy — and overall well-being.
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Aquarius
Messenger Mercury’s drawn-out presence in your communication and money zones has trained your focus on your social life and income-related activities for a while now, but as it shifts and moves through your home zone, you can slow down a bit and focus more on your inner, emotional world. Lengthy, heartfelt conversations with loved ones can feel restorative, and turning your attention to projects around your space (like gardening or redecorating) also serves to recharge your mind and spirit. This transit also lends itself to productive, healing self-work.
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Pisces
Mercury has been in your sign and your money zone for weeks, thanks to its retrograde, so you could be ready for a new chapter, and that’s exactly what’s on the horizon. As Mercury moves through your communication zone now, your curiosity soars, and your social life will be busier. You want to learn, connect and zip from one lively, mentally-stimulating activity to the next. The only potential drawback is that this transit could be like a caffeine jolt that’s led to the jitters, and you could feel spread a bit too thin at times, so be sure to build in time to recharge.
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