Sagittarius New Moon 20th December 2025

A new moon occurs in the astrological sign of Sagittarius in the early hours of 20th December (01.43 GMT)  At the darkest time of year, this new moon is encouraging us to turn inward and be more mindful and meditative. There is a continued, prevailing energy of confusion which can make us feel unsettled or uncertain about our path ahead, but if we tap into our sub conscious, we may gain some clarity beyond the darkness.    

There is a sense of divine timing as we are now being asked by the cosmos to investigate what is true for us and discover who we really are.  Society imposes ideas, structures and norms on all of us, and we often live our lives unquestioningly. We may become acutely aware that anything that is derived from inherited beliefs or a need to conform will start to feel wrong for us, and we may begin to examine why we are following ideals that do not align with who we are. 

The symbolism of Sagittarius is around belief, truth and exploration.  Now is the time to ask ourselves some big, existential and soul searching questions to ascertain what our real goals and desires are for the next phase.  This is an ideal time to review the year we are closing and decide what we want to leave behind.  We can aim to set new intentions that more clearly define what we want and not what we think we ought to be achieving.

Between the new moon and the Solstice, (which occurs on Sunday 21stDecember), the cosmos has created a powerful portal for us to set our intentions - what we dream and desire now is likely to manifest in the months ahead. 

This work by Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, a leading British abstract artist,  appears to show the various phases of the moon. The striking ‘Indian red’, black and white colour themes evoke the fire, dark and light associated with Sagittarius.