2025 Astrology Calendar: Mercury Retrogrades, Eclipses & Major Transits

2025 promises to be a transformative year in the cosmos. With Pluto in Aquarius, major planetary shifts, and powerful eclipse seasons, this year will reshape collective consciousness and personal growth.

This complete 2025 astrology calendar covers the cosmic events you need to know: Mercury Retrogrades, eclipses, new and full moons, and major planetary transits.

Table of Contents

Mercury Retrograde 2025: Dates & Shadow Periods

Mercury goes retrograde 3 times in 2025, each period lasting about 3 weeks. Here are the exact dates and what to expect:

First Mercury Retrograde: March 15 - April 7, 2025

Sign: Aries ♈

Dates:

• Pre-shadow begins: March 1, 2025
• Stationary retrograde: March 15, 2025
• Stationary direct: April 7, 2025
• Post-shadow ends: April 21, 2025

Themes:

• Impulsive actions and conflicts
• Communication breakdowns
• Technology glitches
• Reckless decisions

What to Focus On:

• Review old projects
• Reconnect with past connections
• Complete unfinished business
• Think before acting

Second Mercury Retrograde: July 17 - August 8, 2025

Sign: Leo ♌

Dates:

• Pre-shadow begins: July 3, 2025
• Stationary retrograde: July 17, 2025
• Stationary direct: August 8, 2025
• Post-shadow ends: August 22, 2025

Themes:

• Creative blocks
• Pride and ego issues
• Performance anxiety
• Attention-seeking behaviors

What to Focus On:

• Revisit creative projects
• Reflect on self-expression
• Humble yourself
• Connect with inner child

Third Mercury Retrograde: November 7 - 27, 2025

Sign: Sagittarius ♐

Dates:

• Pre-shadow begins: October 24, 2025
• Stationary retrograde: November 7, 2025
• Stationary direct: November 27, 2025
• Post-shadow ends: December 11, 2025

Themes:

• Overpromising and overcommitment
• Truth-telling issues
• Travel delays
• Philosophical conflicts

What to Focus On:

• Review beliefs and principles
• Reconnect with higher learning
• Practice honesty and integrity
• Plan travel carefully

2025 Eclipse Calendar: Solar & Lunar Eclipses

Eclipses are powerful portals of transformation. In 2025, we have 4 eclipses—2 solar eclipses and 2 lunar eclipses.

March 29, 2025: Total Solar Eclipse in Aries ♈

Type: Total Solar Eclipse

Degree: 8°36' Aries

Time: Visible in parts of North America, Europe, and Asia

Themes:

• New beginnings and fresh starts
• Leadership and independence
• Courage and assertiveness
• Breaking free from limitations

What to Do:

• Set intentions for new ventures
• Take bold action on goals
• Embrace independence
• Start something new (after Mercury goes direct!)

Ritual Ideas:

• Write down what you want to manifest
• Light a red candle (Aries color)
• Set intentions with crystals like red jasper or carnelian

September 21, 2025: Partial Solar Eclipse in Virgo ♍

Type: Partial Solar Eclipse

Degree: 28°48' Virgo

Time: Visible in parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia

Themes:

• Health and wellness focus
• Daily routine improvements
• Service and helping others
• Perfectionism vs. progress

What to Do:

• Revamp your health routine
• Organize and declutter
• Help others in practical ways
• Focus on progress over perfection

Ritual Ideas:

• Create a health and wellness plan
• Donate to charity or volunteer
• Organize your physical space
• Plant herbs or vegetables (Virgo rules harvest)

March 14, 2025: Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo ♍

Type: Total Lunar Eclipse

Degree: 24°04' Virgo

Time: Visible in most of the Americas, Europe, and Africa

Themes:

• Release of perfectionism
• Letting go of old habits
• Health transformations
• Service and daily routine changes

What to Do:

• Release unhealthy patterns
• Let go of perfectionism
• Cleanse your physical space
• Embrace imperfection

Ritual Ideas:

• Full moon release ceremony
• Cleanse your home with sage or palo santo
• Write down what you're releasing
• Take a detox bath

September 7, 2025: Partial Lunar Eclipse in Pisces ♓

Type: Partial Lunar Eclipse

Degree: 14°47' Pisces

Time: Visible in parts of Europe, Africa, and Asia

Themes:

• Dreams and intuition
• Spiritual awakening
• Compassion and empathy
• Boundaries vs. self-sacrifice

What to Do:

• Connect with your intuition
• Practice meditation or yoga
• Set healthy boundaries
• Engage in creative or spiritual practices

Ritual Ideas:

• Full moon meditation
• Practice water rituals (Pisces element)
• Journal about your dreams
• Create art or music

New Moon & Full Moon Calendar 2025

New Moons are times for setting intentions, while Full Moons are times for release and celebration.

New Moons 2025

Full Moons 2025

Major Planetary Transits 2025

Pluto in Aquarius ♒ (2023-2044)

Current Transit: Pluto continues its transformative journey through Aquarius

Collective Themes:

• Technology and innovation transformation
• Community and group dynamics
• Individuality vs. collective good
• Revolutionary change

What to Expect:

• Breakthroughs in technology and AI
• Community organizing and social movements
• Emphasis on collective consciousness
• Revolutionary changes in social structures

Saturn in Pisces ♓ (2023-2026)

Current Transit: Saturn continues through Pisces

Themes:

• Spiritual discipline and structure
• Dreams vs. reality
• Boundaries and compassion
• Creative and artistic boundaries

What to Expect:

• Focus on spiritual practices and discipline
• Creative boundaries and structure
• Emotional boundaries and compassion
• Dreams becoming reality with hard work

Jupiter in Gemini ♊ (May 25 - June 9, 2025)

Transit: Jupiter enters Gemini briefly

Themes:

• Communication expansion
• Learning and education
• Curiosity and information gathering
• Networking and connections

What to Focus On:

• Take courses or learn new skills
• Expand your network
• Read and gather information
• Improve communication skills

Uranus in Gemini ♊ (2025-2032)

New Transit: Uranus begins its journey through Gemini

Themes:

• Revolutionary communication
• Technology and information changes
• Unexpected learning experiences
• Breaking free from mental constraints

What to Expect:

• Disruption in communication and media
• Innovative learning methods
• Unexpected news and information
• Freedom from limiting beliefs

Best Months for Major Activities in 2025

Career & Professional Growth

Best Months:

• January: Set new career goals (New Moon in Aquarius)
• July: Take on leadership roles (Full Moon in Capricorn)
• October: Balance work and relationships (New Moon in Libra)

Avoid:

• Mercury Retrograde periods (March, July, November)

Love & Relationships

Best Months:

• April: Deepen connections (New Moon in Taurus)
• June: Nurture relationships (New Moon in Cancer)
• October: Balance and harmony (New Moon in Libra)

Avoid:

• Eclipse periods (March, September) - too intense for new relationships

Travel & Adventure

Best Months:

• May: Learning journeys (New Moon in Gemini)
• December: Adventure and expansion (New Moon in Sagittarius)

Avoid:

• Mercury Retrograde periods (especially November in Sagittarius)

Health & Wellness

Best Months:

• February: Intuitive healing (New Moon in Pisces)
• August: Routine improvements (New Moon in Virgo)
• September: Health transformations (Eclipse in Virgo)

Avoid:

• Starting new health routines during Mercury Retrograde

How to Use This Calendar

For Manifestation

1. New Moons: Set intentions aligned with the sign's energy
2. Full Moons: Release what no longer serves you
3. Eclipses: Make powerful shifts and transformations

For Planning

1. Avoid Mercury Retrograde for:
   • Signing contracts
   • Major purchases
   • Starting new projects Calculate your free natal chart to see this in action.
   • Travel planning
2. Use Eclipse Energy for:
   • Powerful new beginnings
   • Releasing old patterns
   • Making life-changing decisions
3. Leverage Planetary Transits for:
   • Career moves (during supportive transits)
   • Relationship decisions (during Venus/Jupiter transits)
   • Spiritual growth (during Neptune/Jupiter transits)

For Self-Care

1. Mercury Retrograde: Slow down, review, reflect
2. Eclipses: Extra self-care, meditation, journaling
3. Full Moons: Release ceremonies, emotional processing
4. New Moons: Vision boarding, intention setting

Free Downloadable Calendar

Want to keep this calendar handy?

👉 View Your Free 2025 Astrology Calendar

Includes:

• Mercury Retrograde dates
• Eclipse dates and times
• New and Full Moon dates
• Major planetary transits
• Best months for key activities

Get Personalized Transit Alerts

Don't miss important cosmic events affecting your personal chart.

👉 Sign Up for Personalized Transit Alerts

Receive:

• Personalized alerts for your birth chart
• What each transit means for you
• Best times to take action
• When to slow down and reflect

Practical Application

Monthly Planning

Use this calendar to:

1. Plan important events around favorable transits
2. Avoid major decisions during Mercury Retrograde
3. Set intentions on New Moons
4. Release and let go on Full Moons
5. Make transformations during Eclipse seasons

Daily Practice

Incorporate cosmic awareness:

1. Check the current Moon phase each morning
2. Note upcoming planetary transits in your calendar
3. Adjust your activities based on cosmic energy
4. Practice rituals aligned with lunar and planetary cycles

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mercury Retrograde in 2025?

Mercury goes retrograde 3 times in 2025: March 15-April 7 (Aries), July 17-August 8 (Leo), and November 7-27 (Sagittarius). Each retrograde period includes pre-shadow and post-shadow phases extending the total impact by several weeks.

What are the most important astrological events in 2025?

The major events include 4 eclipses (2 solar, 2 lunar), 3 Mercury retrogrades, Pluto's continued journey through Aquarius, and Uranus entering Gemini. These transits bring transformation, communication shifts, and technological innovation.

How do I use the 2025 astrology calendar for planning?

Avoid major decisions during Mercury retrograde periods, set intentions during new moons, release what doesn't serve you during full moons, and plan important events when Jupiter or Venus form favorable aspects to your natal chart.

Are eclipses dangerous or bad luck?

No. Eclipses are powerful transformation portals, not bad luck. They accelerate change and bring hidden issues to light. While intense, they create opportunities for growth and new beginnings when you work with their energy consciously.

Next Steps in Your Astrological Journey

Once you understand the 2025 cosmic calendar, explore:

1. Mercury Retrograde Survival Guide — Complete guide to navigating retrograde periods
2. Understanding Your Big Three — Discover your core astrological blueprint
3. Complete Guide to Natal Charts — Understand how transits affect your personal chart
4. Your Rising Sign Reveals Why People Misunderstand You — How your rising sign affects first impressions
5. Birth Chart Houses Explained — Where planetary transits operate in your life