New Moon in Scorpio – A Time for Transformation, Truth and New Beginnings
Monday 9th November 2026 | 7:02 am UK time
There is something rather powerful about a Scorpio New Moon. It isn't the light, fluffy energy of simply wishing for something new. Scorpio asks us to look a little deeper, get honest with ourselves and recognise what needs to change before we can move forward.
And with both Mercury and Venus still retrograde, this particular New Moon has quite a story to tell!
The New Moon falls at approximately 17 degrees of Scorpio, bringing themes of transformation, emotional healing, relationships, money, trust, personal power and letting go of the past.
It's a reminder that sometimes the biggest changes in our lives begin quietly, with a decision to stop doing something that no longer feels right.
What Does the New Moon in Scorpio Mean Astrologically?
Scorpio is a fixed Water sign, traditionally ruled by Mars and associated with Pluto in modern astrology.
Water signs connect us with our emotions, intuition and inner world, while the fixed quality brings determination, loyalty, persistence and sometimes a reluctance to let go.
This makes Scorpio one of the most emotionally intense signs of the zodiac.
Scorpio doesn't particularly enjoy superficial answers. It wants to know what's really happening beneath the surface.
It governs themes such as:
Transformation, endings and rebirth.
Emotional intimacy, trust and vulnerability.
Shared finances, debts, investments and resources.
Secrets, hidden feelings and uncomfortable truths.
Power, control, boundaries and personal strength.
Deep emotional connections and psychological growth.
When the Sun and Moon come together in Scorpio, as they do during this New Moon, our conscious intentions and emotional needs are symbolically brought together.
This can be an excellent opportunity to recognise patterns that have been holding us back.
Perhaps you've been staying in a situation because it's familiar, even though it no longer makes you happy.
Maybe you've been giving too much of yourself to other people, worrying about money, or holding on to an old version of yourself.
Scorpio reminds us that transformation doesn't always mean changing everything around us. Sometimes it's about changing our response to what is happening.
The question this New Moon asks is: What are you ready to stop carrying into your future?
Why This New Moon Is Particularly Powerful in 2026
What makes this New Moon interesting is the surrounding planetary activity.
Both Mercury and Venus are retrograde, encouraging us to look backwards before moving forwards.
Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio – Conversations, Secrets and Truth
Mercury governs communication, thinking, information, decisions and how we process what happens around us.
With Mercury retrograde in Scorpio, conversations can become deeper, old subjects may resurface and we may find ourselves questioning things we previously accepted.
Scorpio is naturally investigative, so this combination encourages us to look beneath appearances.
You might find yourself reconsidering a decision, revisiting an old conversation or suddenly understanding why something affected you so deeply.
There may also be a stronger desire for privacy, particularly when dealing with emotional or financial matters.
Mercury turns direct on 13th November, just a few days after the New Moon.
This suggests that some of the clarity we've been searching for may begin to develop as the month progresses.
However, remember that Mercury retrograde isn't a reason to put your entire life on hold!
It's an opportunity to review information, check details and make decisions with greater awareness.
Venus Retrograde – Love, Money and Self-Worth
Venus represents our relationships, values, finances, pleasure, beauty and what makes us feel appreciated.
Venus began its retrograde journey in Scorpio before returning to Libra, bringing attention to the balance between our own needs and those of other people.
And this is particularly interesting alongside the Scorpio New Moon.
You may have been questioning your relationships, noticing where you compromise too much or reconsidering what you genuinely value.
Venus retrograde can also highlight our relationship with money.
Are you charging enough for your work? Are you spending money to make yourself feel better? Are your financial choices reflecting what you actually want to achieve?
These aren't necessarily comfortable questions, but they can be useful ones.
Venus turns direct early on 14th November UK time, so both Mercury and Venus are preparing to change direction within days of this New Moon.
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It's almost as though we're being offered one final opportunity to reflect before beginning to move forward with a different understanding.
And Venus has an eight-year retrograde pattern, meaning themes from around 2018, or even 2010, may offer interesting personal comparisons.
Think about what was happening in your relationships, finances and self-worth during those years.
How much have you grown since then?
Mars and Jupiter in Leo – The Courage to Change
There's another interesting influence around this New Moon.
Mars, Scorpio's traditional ruler, is travelling through Leo alongside Jupiter, creating a wide square to the New Moon.
In astrology, squares represent tension, movement and the need to take action.
Mars brings courage, motivation and determination. Jupiter expands whatever it touches, bringing a desire for growth, possibility and sometimes a little excess!
Leo wants to be seen, recognised and appreciated, while Scorpio tends to operate more privately.
This can create an interesting push and pull.
Part of you might want to keep things to yourself, while another part is desperate to move forward, speak up or make a dramatic change.
Be mindful of reacting emotionally or feeling that everything must happen immediately.
You can be courageous without being impulsive.
You can want something better without destroying everything you've already created.
And you can start planning your next chapter without needing to announce it to the world.
This New Moon isn't necessarily about making the biggest move. It's about recognising which move is right for you.
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Scorpio and the Death Tarot Card – Endings That Make Room for Beginnings
Tarot card XIII – Death
Scorpio is astrologically associated with the Death tarot card.
Now, before anyone panics, the Death card isn't usually about physical death!
It's one of the most misunderstood cards in the Tarot, yet also one of the most important when it comes to personal growth.
The Death card represents endings, transitions, transformation and the natural cycles of life.
It reminds us that nothing stays the same forever.
Relationships evolve, careers change, beliefs shift and sometimes we simply outgrow situations that once suited us perfectly.
One of the most important lessons of the Death card is understanding that holding on to something doesn't necessarily keep it alive.
Sometimes we're holding on to the memory of how something used to be rather than accepting what it has become.
And that's where Scorpio energy can be incredibly helpful.
It encourages us to recognise when a chapter has reached its natural conclusion.
Perhaps an old habit needs to change, a limiting belief needs to go, or a different approach could help us achieve something we've been struggling with.
The Death card also reminds us that an ending doesn't have to be a failure.
It may simply mean that we've learned what we needed to learn.
Tarot tip: Take the Death card from your deck and spend a few minutes studying the imagery. Notice the signs of endings, but also look for the symbols of hope, renewal and new beginnings.
Ask yourself: What am I ready to release, and what could become possible when I do?
Manifesting With the Scorpio New Moon
Manifesting isn't always about attracting more.
Sometimes it's about recognising what is taking up too much room in our lives and making space for something better.
This Scorpio New Moon is particularly suited to intentions around emotional confidence, financial independence, healthier relationships, stronger boundaries and personal transformation.
Rather than writing a huge wish list, choose one area of your life that genuinely needs your attention.
Think about what you want to experience differently, and then consider what you can actually do to support that change.
For example, if you're manifesting greater financial security, your first step might be reviewing your spending, adjusting your prices or making a plan to increase your income.
If you're manifesting a healthier relationship, perhaps the first step is changing how you communicate your needs.
And if you're manifesting greater confidence, perhaps it's time to stop allowing an old experience to define what you believe you're capable of.
A Simple Scorpio New Moon Manifesting Ritual
Write down one pattern, situation or belief you're ready to release.
On a separate piece of paper, write what you want to welcome into your life instead.
Choose one practical action you can take over the next seven days.
Keep your new intention somewhere you'll see it regularly and revisit it as the Moon grows.
Remember, manifesting works best when your intentions are supported by your mindset, decisions and actions.
Feng Shui – Make Space for Your Next Chapter
In Feng Shui, our surroundings can reflect the things we're holding on to.
And when we're thinking about transformation, our homes can be a wonderful place to begin.
You don't need to completely redecorate or rearrange everything.
Start by looking at the areas of your home that feel heavy, cluttered or neglected.
Perhaps you have a wardrobe filled with clothes that no longer suit you, paperwork you've been avoiding or belongings connected to a chapter you've already moved on from.
The North area of the traditional Feng Shui Bagua is associated with the Water element and our career and life path, making it a useful area to reflect on during this Water-sign New Moon.
Keep this space clean, organised and accessible, while remembering that specific Flying Star remedies should always take priority over general elemental advice.
You could also clear your entrance, refresh your bedroom or simply move 27 items to help create a sense of change.
And don't forget my favourite front-door practice.
Stand at your front door and say:
"Show me how magical my next chapter can be. Show me the opportunities I'm ready to welcome."
Then pay attention to what opportunities arise and, most importantly, what you choose to do with them.
Three Tarot Questions for the Scorpio New Moon
Take your Tarot cards and ask:
What am I holding on to that is preventing me from moving forward?
What transformation is taking place in my life right now?
What action will help me welcome my next chapter?
You might be surprised by what comes through, particularly if you've been feeling uncertain about a situation.
Your Scorpio New Moon Message
This New Moon is a reminder that transformation doesn't have to be dramatic.
Sometimes it happens when we finally make a decision we've been avoiding.
Sometimes it's recognising that we deserve better.
And sometimes it's simply accepting that we're no longer the person we were a few years ago.
With Mercury and Venus both preparing to move direct, there's a real theme of reflection before progress in this month's astrology.
Don't feel you have to rush to make everything happen.
Use this New Moon to understand what you want, recognise what's been getting in your way and begin making choices that support the future you're creating.
You cannot always control what changes around you, but you can decide what you take with you into your next chapter.
And that is the real magic of Scorpio.
New Moon affirmation:
"I release what no longer supports me. I trust myself to make positive changes and welcome new opportunities with confidence."
If you'd like some personal guidance on what this New Moon could mean for you, a Tarot reading can help you explore your current circumstances, possible choices and the next steps available to you.
Kate May – Modern Day Mystic
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