Every two and one-half days the Moon moves into a new sign of the Zodiac. This means that in her 28.5 day cycle from New to Full, she visits each of the twelve signs. When planning moon magick or creating powders to correspond to the Moon, you will need to keep a close eye on which sign the Moon is currently visiting and structure your magickal work accordingly.

Note: Since there are two Zodiac signs in each month, the information given in each month for the New and Full moons is for the first sign listed.

January � Capricorn / Aquarius

The Full Moon in January is known as the Snow Moon, the Wolf Moon, the Quiet Moon, the Cold Moon, the Chaste Moon, the Disting Moon, and the Moon of Little Winter.

The New Moon near the beginning of January will fall under the domain of Capricorn. Magick enacted at this time should focus on structure, working with authority, patience, study and learning, clear communication, prosperity, sincerity, employment, endurance, organization, divine justice, order and self-discipline.

If the Sun is in Capricorn, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Cancer. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Earth and Water, stability of the home, and protection.

February � Aquarius / Pisces

The Full Moon in February is known as the Quickening Moon, the Ice Moon, the Storm Moon, the Horning Moon, the Hunger Moon, the Wild Moon, the Red & Cleansing Moon, and the Big Winter Moon.

The New Moon near the beginning of February will fall under the domain of Aquarius. Magick enacted at this time should focus on independence, self-discovery, originality, learning, new ideas, change, universal love, invention, resourcefulness, and individuality.

If the Sun is in Aquarius, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Leo. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Air and Fire, setting of goals, and taking action to accomplish your dreams.

March � Pisces / Aries

The Full Moon in March is known as the Sap Moon, the Storm Moon, the Seed Moon, the Moon of Winds, the Plow Moon, the Worm Moon, the Lenting Moon, the Crow Moon, and the Moon of the Snowblind.

The New Moon near the beginning of March will fall under the domain of Pisces. Magick enacted at this time should focus on divination, inspiration, imagination, psychic abilities, visualization, compassion, dreaming, creativity, astral projection, and devotion.

If the Sun is in Pisces, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Virgo. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Water and Earth, problem solving, and intuition.

April � Aries / Taurus

The Full Moon in April is known as the Budding Trees Moon, the Growing Moon, the Hare Moon, the Seed or Planting Moon, the Planter's Moon, the Pink Moon, and the Green Grass Moon.

The New Moon near the beginning of April will fall under the domain of Aries. Magick enacted at this time should focus on energy, confidence, force, learning, expression, banishing anger, assertiveness, taking calculated risks, spontaneity, fearlessness, enthusiasm. Aries energy was not meant for the long haul, so you will need to continue to work toward your goals to ensure you reach them.

If the Sun is in Aries, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Libra. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Fire and Air, breathing new life into projects, socialization, decision making, and justice.

May � Taurus / Gemini

The Full Moon in May is known as the Flower Moon, the Hare Moon, the Merry Moon, The Dyad Moon, the Bright Moon, the Frogs Return Moon, the Planting Moon, and the Moon When the Ponies Shed.

The New Moon near the beginning of May will fall under the domain of Taurus. Magick enacted at this time should focus on stability, prosperity, peace, maintaining current level of success, affection, investing time and money in a project, saving money, long-term goal planning, artistic ability, love, devotion, long-term healing, and harmony.

If the Sun is in Taurus, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Scorpio. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Earth and Water, transformation, new beginnings, and personal growth.

June � Gemini / Cancer

The Full Moon in June is known as the Strawberry Moon, the Mead Moon, the Moon of Horses, the Lover's Moon, the Strong Sun Moon, the Honey Moon, the Rose Moon, and the Moon of Making Fat.

The New Moon near the beginning of June will fall under the domain of Gemini. Magick enacted at this time should focus on intelligence, learning, awareness, finishing old projects, agility, new beginnings, adaptability, finding a new car or job, multitasking, meditation, and divination.

If the Sun is in Gemini, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Sagittarius. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Air and Fire, communication, and acquiring new knowledge.

July � Cancer / Leo

The Full Moon in July is known as the Blessing Moon, the Hay Moon, the Wort Moon, the Moon of Claiming, the Moon of Blood, the Fallow Moon, the Buck Moon, and the Thunder Moon.

The New Moon near the beginning of July will fall under the domain of Cancer. Magick enacted at this time should focus on emotions, hearth and home, maturity, banishing negativity, psychic ability, dreams, peace, divination, protection, magnetism, sympathy and compassion.

If the Sun is in Cancer, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Capricorn. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Water and Earth, and restructuring those things which need change.

August � Leo / Virgo

The Full Moon in August is known as the Corn Moon, the Barley Moon, the Dispute Moon, the Harvest Moon, and the Moon When Cherries Turn Black.

The New Moon near the beginning of August will fall under the domain of Leo. Magick enacted at this time should focus on courage, strength, drama and acting, positivity, fun, leadership, wealth, confidence, animal magick, generosity, developing your talents, kindness, and success.

If the Sun is in Leo, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Aquarius. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Fire and Air, loyalty, leadership, independence, and self-worth.

September � Virgo / Libra

The Full Moon in September is known as the Harvest Moon, the Wine Moon, the Singing Moon, the Sturgeon Moon, and the Moon When Deer Paw the Earth.

The New Moon near the beginning of September will fall under the domain of Virgo. Magick enacted at this time should focus on study, analysis, self-analysis, research, improving ritual or spellcasting techniques, brilliance, finding information, making choices logically, finding lost items, finding solutions, or finding a teacher.

If the Sun is in Virgo, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Pisces. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Earth and Water, dreams, meditation, intuition, and magickal service to others (spellcasting, reading cards, etc.).

October � Libra / Scorpio

The Full Moon in October is known as the Blood Moon, the Moon of the Falling Leaves, the Shedding Moon, the Harvest Moon, the Ten Colds Moon, and the Moon of the Changing Season.

The New Moon near the beginning of October will fall under the domain of Libra. Magick enacted at this time should focus on art, beauty, friendship, love, romance, socialization, conflict resolution, cooperation, fairness, originality, communication, courtesy, and partnership.

If the Sun is in Libra, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Aries. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Air and Fire, social grace, finding new friends, and adding passion to your romance or finding a new romance.

November � Scorpio / Sagittarius

The Full Moon in November is known as the Dark Moon, the Snow Moon, the Fog Moon, the Beaver Moon, the Mourning Moon, the Mad Moon, the Moon of Storm's and the Moon When Deer Shed Antlers.

The New Moon near the beginning of November will fall under the domain of Scorpio. Magick enacted at this time should focus on wisdom, intensity, renewing an old project, rebirth, banishing aggression, transformation, justice, illumination, stopping gossip, wisdom, ending unhealthy relationships, karma, understanding the cycle of life, death, and rebirth, reincarnation, instinct, and past life regression.

If the Sun is in Scorpio, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Taurus. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Water and Earth, success for an investment of time, money or energy; finding serenity, and saving money.

December � Sagittarius / Capricorn

The Full Moon in December is known as the Long Night's Moon, the Cold Moon, the Oak Moon, the Wolf Moon, the Big Winter Moon, and the Moon of Popping Trees.

The New Moon near the beginning of December will fall under the domain of Sagittarius. Magick enacted at this time should focus on expanding projects or talents, new awareness, generosity, finding understanding of a difficult situation, faith, borrowing money, optimism, travel, learning about new religions, mercy, hope, and charity.

If the Sun is in Sagittarius, the New Moon will fall under the domain of its opposite � Gemini. In addition to the themes focused on at the New Moon, magick enacted at this time should focus on the elements of Fire and Air, magickal studies, sending messages, healing, study and learning.

Blue Moon

A Blue Moon occurs when there are two Full Moon's in the same month. This happens because our modern calendar consists of twelve months, each with around 30 days while the Moon goes through thirteen 28.5-day cycles in the same year.