Horoscopes for Mars in Aquarius, 2026

Fight for the greater good

When Mars — the planet of action and aggression — moves through Aquarius from January 23rd to March 2nd, it’s time to think before you act. Mars can be impulsive and confrontational, but when it lands in this brainy, humanitarian air sign, it’s extra strategic. In this placement, the warrior planet gets riled up by big systems and structures rather than minor frustrations. Its goals may seem idealistic or unattainable, but Mars in Aquarius has the advantage of being far ahead of the curve — and picking its battles wisely. Over the coming weeks, do your research before you make any rash decisions. Assess your game plans. Map out multiple paths to success. And if your approach seems a little experimental or cutting-edge, good — you can be both calculating and courageous.

Blaze your own trail

While Mars in Aquarius is naturally drawn toward activism and community organizing, it also tends to buck against society’s expectations. The world isn’t always ready for its forward-thinking ideas. During this transit, you might get angrier than usual when you feel rejected or misunderstood, so notice what makes you resentful or reactive. If you start to tell yourself that nobody gets you, remember that the most revolutionary movements are led by visionary misfits who ignore the naysayers and bravely defend what matters to them. You can join their ranks, if you’re willing to take the risk.

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The Aries zodiac glyph.

Aries & Aries Rising

Your ambitions are coming online. And the people around you are here to help you act on them. Mars in Aquarius is emboldening you to focus on the dreams you share with others — and to decide which ones are worth fighting for.

If you’ve been going through the motions in your social circles or committing to a group project out of obligation, be honest with yourself. Phoning in your presence doesn’t cut it anymore. Save your energy (and brilliance) for the causes that matter. That’s how you create real momentum.

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Taurus & Taurus Rising

Your life goals are leveling up. And the rules you used to follow no longer apply.

Mars in Aquarius is highlighting your far-reaching ambitions and the practical strategies that will make them real. But to move forward, you’ll have to disrupt whatever’s become too rigid, whether it’s a life path that’s run its course or a role that doesn’t work for you anymore.

Map out your plans and let your instincts guide your timing. Your definition of success should make sense on paper but also feel true to you.

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Gemini & Gemini Rising

Your worldview is expanding in real time. Mars in Aquarius is calling you to examine how your beliefs shape your choices — and to make more room for taking in new perspectives.

If you’ve outgrown a big-picture goal or started rethinking what you’ve learned from your teachers, it’s time to shift gears. Ask tough questions, challenge your assumptions, and expose yourself to new ideas, even if they make you uncomfortable. The most meaningful breakthroughs come when you explore beyond familiar territory.

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Cancer & Cancer Rising

Transformation is the name of the game. Mars in Aquarius is helping you team up with people who truly support your growth and hash out brilliant ideas for your collaborations.

Don’t be afraid to address what needs to shift in the ways you share your time, energy, and resources — and to work with this clarity. You may be updating boundaries, adjusting power imbalances, or releasing emotional debts that weigh you down.

New solutions to old challenges often appear in surprising places. Trust what feels both honest and liberating.

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Leo & Leo Rising

Your relationships deserve your energy. With Mars in Aquarius, use the coming weeks to give your closest connections your full attention and tackle all the challenges you’ve swept under the rug.

Maybe you need to have an honest conversation or clear up the commitments you’ve made. Experiment with new approaches to resolving conflict. If that pushes everyone out of their comfort zones, all the better.

Trust isn’t something you can just plot on a graph. You build it by working through things together, even — especially — when it’s messy.

The Virgo zodiac glyph.

Virgo & Virgo Rising

Your workflows are getting an upgrade. Mars in Aquarius is pushing you to reimagine how you structure your days — not just to take on more, but to tackle your tasks more strategically. Cut unnecessary to-dos from your list, rethink your systems, and practice more sustainable approaches to your chores and errands.

Your problem-solving powers are on point over the coming weeks, but remember that you’re a human — not a productivity machine. Honor your limits and factor them into your plans. That’s how you make real progress.

The Libra zodiac glyph.

libra & libra Rising

Fight for your right to enjoy yourself. Mars in Aquarius is rekindling your playful side and stoking your craving for fun. If you feel pulled in every direction at once, practice focusing on whoever or whatever is right in front of you. Take stock of the passion projects that actually light you up, and channel your energy there.

Approach your creative or romantic life with a sense of curiosity rather than obligation. What delights you deserves just as much care and attention as your serious commitments.

The Scorpio zodiac glyph.

Scorpio & Scorpio Rising

Even your comfort zone needs disrupting every now and then. Over the coming weeks, Mars in Aquarius is stirring things up at home. If you’ve been getting frustrated by any outdated family patterns or limitations in your living space, that’s your cue to update them.

You can start small — shift your chore chart, set a boundary with a roommate, give your walls a fresh coat of paint. But don’t avoid any big feelings that come up in the process. Use both your head and your heart to navigate these challenges.

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Sagittarius & Sagittarius Rising

Hey there, genius. Mars in Aquarius is helping you zero in on the conversations that matter — and flex the tools and skills that keep you connected to others. Notice which everyday exchanges fire up your mind and which ones simply drain you.

To protect your mental energy, exiting the chat (literally or figuratively) might be your most powerful move over the coming weeks. And check any reactive or defensive impulses that prevent real dialogue from happening. When you cut through the noise, your natural brilliance can do the talking.

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Capricorn & Capricorn Rising

You’re in charge of your material world. Mars in Aquarius is nudging you to take control of your money. Sharpen your financial plans and budgeting strategies, and cut through the fluff so you can figure out what’s truly worth investing in.

You get to choose which goals and opportunities deserve your attention, whether it’s a side hustle you’ve put on the back burner or a hobby you want to take more seriously. Track what energizes you, and release what costs you more than it gives back. No apologies needed.

The Aquarius zodiac glyph.

Aquarius & Aquarius Rising

You’re on a mission. Mars in Aquarius is helping you go all in on your personal goals — and create smarter systems to support your growth. But first you’ve got to clear away what isn’t working. A status quo that needs disrupting, a pattern you’re ready to break — nothing is off-limits.

Tackle your obstacles with strategy and logic, but remember to trust your instincts too. Sometimes you find the right solution by listening to both your gut and your brain.

The Pisces zodiac glyph.

Pisces & Pisces Rising

Welcome to your hermit era. Mars in Aquarius is giving you extra energy for everything you do behind closed doors, whether you’re upgrading your sleep routine or journaling up a storm. But first you’ve got to face the sneaky habits that fly under the radar.

Be honest about the limiting beliefs and unhelpful patterns that are draining you or holding you back. Thinking critically can be helpful, but make sure you’re not ignoring your intuition. Some answers reveal themselves only when you give your logical brain a breather.

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