Horoscopes for Mercury in Pisces, 2026

Fog is in the air

When Mercury drifts through Pisces from February 6th to April 14th, life may feel a little surreal. In the mutable water sign, the planet of communication isn’t too concerned about schedules, spreadsheets, or solid plans. If facts get blurry, timelines seem slippery, and your thinking is hazier than usual, that’s because Mercury is in detriment in Pisces, meaning the messenger planet doesn’t feel at home in this placement. At the same time, your imagination and creative instincts may be more inspired than ever. So let your intuition steer your conversations and mind-mapping sessions. Your hunches might just lead you to your next breakthrough.

Catch your ideas before they ghost you

Over the coming weeks, the most valuable insights may arrive when and where you least expect them. You may find yourself getting intel from the shapes of the clouds or the strange symbolism in your dreams — but you’re also more likely to get carried away by your fantasies. If you don’t set clear boundaries, you might start making decisions based on just vibes, or you might realize you’ve spent a whole hour zoning out and doomscrolling. Work with this astrology by giving yourself some structure. Set reminder notifications, send a follow-up text to double-check your plans, and jot down that shower thought before it floats away. Mercury in Pisces will encourage you to express yourself more generously and compassionately — but don’t count on instant clarity from anyone, including yourself. And before making any promises or commitments, ask yourself: Does this deserve your time and attention right now, or is it just a distraction in disguise?

Double chaos alert: Mercury retrograde

As if this transit weren’t confusing enough, Mercury retrograde is entering the chat. Logistical details may be even harder to pin down when the cosmic messenger backtracks through Pisces from February 25th to March 20th. During this period, triple-edit your emails, factor traffic delays into your commute, and stay alert to any misinformation going around. Before you take a stranger’s advice, call your most levelheaded friend for a second opinion. Messy moments are guaranteed, but you can treat them as opportunities to prove how adaptable you can be when life gets chaotic. Take a cue from the flexible sign of the fish when you need to wriggle out of a sticky situation. The solution might be surprisingly easy to grasp.

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The Aries zodiac glyph.

Aries & Aries Rising

Your imagination is in overdrive — especially when no one else is around. With Mercury in Pisces, you’re getting more intel from your inner hunches and the symbolism in your dreams. But it may be extra tempting to treat fantasies like facts or to spiral over something you said or did a decade ago.

Some worries might feel bigger or louder in your alone time, so make sure to come up for air. Let your mind space out and wander a little, but don’t let it lead you astray.

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Taurus & Taurus Rising

You may not be a mind-reader, but your intuition is stronger than ever — and your friends can tell. With Mercury in Pisces, you’ve got extra powerful instincts for connecting with your community and picking up on subtle signals in the group chat.

But if boundaries get blurry or you start spiraling over unanswered texts, pause. Take notes, and double-check all the details. If a social cause or gathering matters to you, get crystal clear instead of letting your imagination fill in the blanks. Your bonds thrive when you stay grounded.

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Gemini & Gemini Rising

You’re in the spotlight — and it’s extra dreamy. Mercury in Pisces is giving you a boost of creativity in your life’s work and your leadership roles. Just don’t skip over the details. Blurry boundaries or vague expectations can lead to mix-ups, so double-check your messages and clarify your plans.

Let your intuition guide your decisions, but don’t act on vibes alone. This is a chance to think more imaginatively about the mark you want to make on the world — and to translate these fantasies into real, practical moves.

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Cancer & Cancer Rising

Big ideas are flowing, but the facts still matter. With Mercury in Pisces, you’re dreaming more expansively about what you want to learn, where you want to travel, and how you want to broaden your worldview — and you might get dizzy trying to juggle it all.

By all means, let your imagination run wild, as long as you double-check your sources and clarify what’s actually possible. Idealism is your ally right now, but it’s no substitute for follow-through. Your growth depends on backing up your what-ifs with a solid plan.

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Leo & Leo Rising

Stop guessing and start asking. While Mercury is in Pisces, your gut is sending you strong signals about how you share your time, money, and effort. Trust your hunches, but intuition alone isn’t enough right now. Ask follow-up questions. Confirm everyone’s expectations. And set clear boundaries to protect your energy.

The less you rely on mind-reading or picking up on vibes, the smoother your collaborations will be — and the fewer headaches you’ll get along the way.

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Virgo & Virgo Rising

Your spidey senses are tingling — and picking up on all the feelings. With Mercury in Pisces, you might be reading deeper meanings into every text, glance, or gesture from your loved ones.

Your imagination is working overtime, but don’t let your fantasies rewrite the reality of your relationships. Stay grounded, and use your sensitivity wisely. Listen to what others are actually trying to tell you, and double-check the details before acting on your hunches. Honest communication builds trust — and helps you have more fun together.

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libra & libra Rising

Your daily grind is getting dreamier.

Mercury in Pisces is helping you approach your work habits and wellness routines more imaginatively. If your to-dos start to feel like far-fetched fantasies rather than practical tasks, or if your mind keeps wandering when you need to focus on your chores, don’t be too hard on yourself. Just make sure to do a reality check now and then.

Ask for help if you need it, or boost your own morale with an inspiring playlist. Even setting reminders to hydrate can make a difference.

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Scorpio & Scorpio Rising

It’s swooning season. Mercury in Pisces is giving your creative projects, flirty conversations, and fun hobbies a big glow-up. Just make sure you don’t lose track of the facts, the time, or your actual energy levels when you get swept away by a wave of inspiration.

It never hurts to test the waters before diving into the deep end. And remember to bring along your boundaries to the party. You’ll enjoy yourself even more fully when your expectations are crystal clear.

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Sagittarius & Sagittarius Rising

Confusion in the air at home? With Mercury in Pisces, it may be harder than usual to separate fact from fantasy in your living situation.

Over the coming weeks, expect miscommunications with roommates and mixed signals in the family group chat, but resist the urge to read between the lines. Instead, pay attention to what’s real and what’s just projection. Set solid boundaries, and don’t avoid the talks that matter.

Stay grounded as you follow your intuition, let it guide you to clarity and healing.

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Capricorn & Capricorn Rising

Feel like all your messages are getting lost in translation? It’s not just you. Thanks to Mercury in Pisces, every text or email may seem like a riddle, and other people’s intentions may be harder to read.

If you notice yourself making baseless assumptions or promising more than you can deliver, pause. Ask follow-up questions to confirm the details and clarify everyone’s expectations, even if you think you’re all on the same page. Free-flowing conversations are fun, sure, but a little fact-checking won’t kill the mood.

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Aquarius & Aquarius Rising

Think your money dreams are too big? Dream bigger. Mercury in Pisces is stretching your imagination in all the ways you work with your resources, skills, and talents. But pinning down the details might be tricky, and bills and receipts might slip through the cracks.

Trust your instincts for your financial goals and budgeting strategies, but crunch the numbers before making any important decisions. Small reality checks now can prevent major headaches later. And your ability to create abundance is even stronger when you have a solid plan.

The Pisces zodiac glyph.

Pisces & Pisces Rising

Go ahead — have a little identity crisis, just for fun. With Mercury in Pisces, you’re thinking deeply about, well, you. Maybe you’re reimagining your personal goals — the good, the bad, and the confusing. Or maybe you’re deciding which passion projects are actually helping you grow and which are holding you back.

Don’t stress about it. Just reflect on how you want to be known and what would make you feel more alive. Jot down your wildest ideas, and notice what feels exciting — and achievable. You always have permission to shape-shift.

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