With temperatures soaring, the sun blazing and plenty of time left for last minute summer getaways, it’s hard to believe that we’re heading into Virgo season. But the sun’s trip through the sign of the Maiden kicks off with an intensely spiritual, game-changing lunar event—a Virgo new moon—that ushers in the second, life-altering eclipse season of 2025.
Occurring on Friday, August 22 at 11:07 p.m./Saturday, August 23 at 2:07 a.m. in Virgo, the new moon is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, making this a time when you might be empowered to gather information, trade notes with others or express yourself in a way that’s tied to laying the groundwork for a new chapter that will play out over the next two weeks to six months. And simply as a result of it falling in Virgo, this new moon brings your attention to themes associated with the mutable earth sign, such as your daily routine, health and wellness, cerebral energy, how you go about getting organized in life, being of service to others and the minor details that all have to come together to create big picture magic. Here, all you need to know about this dramatic lunar event so you can make the most of it, based on your zodiac sign.
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What is a new moon?
The new moon occurs once—and once in a while, twice—a month when the moon and the sun share the same exact spot in the zodiac (for example, this month, they will meet at 11 degrees of Virgo). Because the two luminaries are so close, the sun’s stunningly bright light doesn’t reflect off of the moon at all, and from our point of view on Earth, the moon’s form appears hidden. For that reason, you can think of a new moon as a blank canvas on which you can cast your dreams, goals and intentions. And you can take advantage of new moon energy by getting clear on and setting those goals for four days before and after the event occurs.
In astrology, the moon colors your emotions, intuition and nurturing style as well as how you want to be nurtured. When it’s new, you could feel an amplified sense of possibility, anticipation and emotional self-awareness. New moons also present a chance to plant seeds that you can watch grow over the following two weeks (up until the next full moon, which, this time, falls on Sunday, September 7 in Pisces and also happens to be an intense lunar eclipse) and the following six months (when we’ll experience the corresponding full moon, which in this case will be on March 3, 2026 and be a shakeup-bringing lunar eclipse in Virgo).
What is the new moon in Virgo?
Regardless of what sign it’s happening in, any new moon is a chance to cultivate greater self-awareness and clarify an aspiration, intention, goal or feeling you want to take action on over the coming two weeks to six months. Because this month’s new moon falls in industrious, service-oriented, sensitive and detail-focused earth sign Virgo, you can zero in on a vision that requires practical steps to achieve. Given the influence of the grounded earth sign, your goal might be related to self-improvement, your day-to-day hustle, self-care or healthy habits—all of which are linked to the Sixth House of Wellness, which Virgo is associated with.
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The 2024 Virgo new moon serves as a gateway to an eye-opening, life-changing season.
This new moon occurs just ahead of the second eclipse season of 2025. In turn, you can think of it as the universe’s green light to take care of any business you’ve been putting off—again, likely related to Virgoan territory such as self-improvement, health, daily routine, clearing out clutter, getting organized and tending to everyday minutiae. You’ll find that approaching this new moon with a grounded, “I’ve got this” energy (as much as possible, of course) allows you to get centered ahead of a month filled with dramatic emotions and significant change. The fruits of your labor or the consequences of putting off the inevitable may become quite apparent around the September 7 lunar eclipse.
You can make the most of the 2025 Virgo new moon by tapping into your inner voice.
The new moon forms a yod pattern—meaning it forms awkward angles to two (Saturn and Neptune) planets that form a harmonious angle to one another. If that sounds a bit eyebrow-raisingly complex, that’s because it is. Conflicting energies are taking center stage. The underlying message? This is a time for introspection in an effort to better understand how you might spotlight one side of yourself while repressing another. You could also land on creative, out-of-the-box solutions to any ongoing conflicts. And steel yourself for sudden outbursts, stormy shifts as well as lightbulb moments that could come out of nowhere, because the moon also forms a tense but activating square to Uranus.
Here, how the 2025 Virgo new moon 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.)
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You can lean into the themes of this new moon more than most signs, because it activates your wellness and daily routine, so changes you want to make related to self-improvement and your everyday hustle come into focus. Chances are you’ve been pushing harder than usual and need to figure out how to build in more time-outs, or you’re itching to find new ways to be of service to others. Because the moon squares off against game-changer Uranus in your communication zone, lively conversations or trading notes with your social circle could lead to a helpful epiphany.
You could be on the precipice of kicking off a new era related to launching a sweet new relationship or setting a lighthearted, fun-loving tone within your long-term bond, because the new moon falls in your romance and self-expression sector. You can make moves that set the stage for owning your creative voice, and you’ll be empowered to share your most heartfelt emotions. And because the moon squares off against electrifying Uranus in your money zone, out-of-the-blue twists and turns could lead to breakthroughs that benefit your bottom line.
You can prioritize downtime and bonding moments with your nearest and dearest in the days surrounding this new moon as it activates your home zone. This part of your chart also oversees your inner, emotional life, so if you’ve been wanting to heal a trauma from the past or work through a conflict with a loved one, consider this new moon a productive launchpad for doing so. And because the new moon forms a tense but activating angle to rebellious Uranus in your sign, any self-work that you do now—while not necessarily easy—could lead to useful epiphanies that ultimately serve to strengthen your self-image and sense of self.
Life could feel especially frenetic, high-energy and buzzy because this new moon—and the season it ushers in—activates your communication and learning sector. Whether you’re zipping around town to different social events, going on a weekend getaway (or planning one!) or enjoying animated conversation and eye-opening experiences with your social circle, you’re setting a lively, mentally-stimulating tone that will carry into an eventful month. Don’t dismiss any intuitive feelings or vivid dreams that catch you off-guard, as the moon’s square to revolutionary Uranus in your spirituality zone could bring key realizations to the surface.
As your season comes to a close, your mind is on money matters and how you can boost your bank account by hitting the gas on big picture aspirations, because the new moon falls in your income zone. As much as you might prefer to build momentum in a fast and furious way, give yourself plenty of grace, given the fact that Mercury just went direct in your sign. A steady, pragmatic approach will be even more effective than a speedy one now. And being open to changes around any teams, communities or groups you consider yourself a part of can also lay the groundwork for greater success.
Welcome to your annual new moon—well, the first of two, actually, Virgo! Coming out of what might have been a draining retrograde of your ruling planet, messenger Mercury, you’re ready to step into the limelight and begin to catalyze your long-term ambitions. Get clear on what you want to achieve by taking a step back from your usual high-energy hustle and allowing yourself to tune into your inner voice. It’s easy for you to lean into logic — and to even allow that to limit you — but trusting your spirit and your heart is equally important now. And embracing the unexpected, with the moon’s square to Uranus in your career zone, could lead to a shocking, positive twist in your professional path.
Virgo season can be a bit sleepy and slow for your liking, thanks to the sun moving through your spirituality zone, and this new moon falls there as well. But remember this is also a chance to recharge and take a time-out from the hustle of day-to-day life in order to connect with your inner knowing in order to potentially let go of anything that’s draining your energetic battery. You could feel more restless than usual, because the moon squares off against game-changer Uranus in your adventure zone, so set aside time to explore uncharted waters—whether that’s honing a skill set that feels good intuitively or going on a day trip with someone special.
Falling in your networking and groups sector, this new moon encourages you to own a new chapter tied to group projects and communal efforts. It’s possible you’ve been bringing your skills to the table to support undertakings that simply aren’t in line with your values, perspective or long-term goals. Or you’re itching to dive into an endeavor with fresh faces. Either way, you could gain clarity that will inform practical next steps. And given that this lunar event sets up a powerful lunar eclipse in your self-expression zone, owning your creative voice and heart’s desires is a must now, too.
You’re fired up to put your nose to the grindstone to achieve a bold long-term goal, earn recognition from people in power or even hone your own sense of authority, because the new moon falls in your career zone. You’re apt to shine now and make your mark, so know that if you’re feeling called to go all in on a particular professional project, the results will reflect your effort. This isn’t to say that the path will be a piece of cake per se, given that the moon squares off against rebellious Uranus in your partnership zone. Hashing out any conflicts with a partner—romantic, platonic or business—and finding uncommon solutions might be a necessary first move ahead of achieving your vision. move the ball forward.
As hardworking and industrious as you are, you’re motivated to hit pause on your to-dos in order to tune into and follow your gut now, because the new moon is in your adventure and higher learning zone. It’s time to broaden your horizons, soak up knowledge, work with a mentor to hone a new skill or connect with people outside of your usual circle. In turn, you can adopt a new perspective or explore different philosophies. And with the moon’s square to Uranus in your routine sector, stepping out of your comfort zone now can make your day-to-day work even more stimulating and fulfilling.
You have the green light to strengthen your relationships with your nearest and dearest by wearing your heart on your sleeve, because this new moon falls in your intimacy sector. It can be challenging for you to spend time swimming in the deep end of your emotions, but allowing yourself to do just that can be truly gratifying, as it can be the fast-track to feeling more connected to a significant other or someone special—now and moving forward. Because this zone also oversees joint resources, you can successfully launch a new game plan for hitting financial goals you share with a loved one. Know that any organizing or decluttering you do in this part of your life could benefit your income, as well, thanks to this moon setting up an eclipse in your money sector.
Your one-on-one relationships come into focus sharper than they have all year, because this new moon activates your partnership zone. You’ll highlight dynamics that are absolutely working—and those that aren’t—and gain awareness around how you want to be showing up within these bonds. If particular connections are impeding your ability to nurture your sense of self and confidence, it could be time to move in a different direction. Take action now, and you’ll find you have a more rewarding emotional experience once the lunar eclipse falls in your sign on September 7.
