December 21 initiates the Sun’s ingress into Capricorn, which lasts until January 19, and the onset of the Winter Solstice. The season brings a sense of wonder and relief from the frustrations we’ve recently experienced. This is a time to lean into fresh possibilities that the new year offers and let go of our emotional upsets. Healing is happening, helping us grow in the process.

Capricorn season asks us to get serious—not in a cold or joyless way, but in a self-respecting one. This is the part of the year where intentions stop being wishes and start becoming commitments. The energy here is about structure, boundaries, and long-term vision. What you build now is meant to last. Capricorn doesn’t rush, and it doesn’t promise overnight miracles. It rewards patience, discipline, and the quiet courage to show up even when no one is watching.

Astrologically, Capricorn is associated with endurance, responsibility, and mastery. This season highlights where we need to mature, where we’ve been avoiding accountability, and where we’re ready to step into a more grounded version of ourselves. It’s less about chasing external validation and more about proving something to yourself. You may feel called to simplify, to get realistic about your energy, and to make choices that support your future rather than your impulses.

In tarot, Capricorn season is often linked to The Devil—a card that’s frequently misunderstood. Rather than symbolizing evil, The Devil exposes our attachments: habits, patterns, fears, and power dynamics that keep us stuck. During Capricorn season, this card invites us to confront what we’ve outgrown and to reclaim authority over our lives. Where are you giving your power away? Where are you mistaking obligation for destiny? This season offers clarity—not always comfortably, but honestly.

Mythologically, Capricorn carries the image of the sea-goat: a creature that moves between land and water. This symbolism speaks to Capricorn’s ability to navigate both the material and emotional worlds. It reminds us that strength doesn’t mean emotional suppression—it means learning how to hold complexity without collapsing. Capricorn teaches survival wisdom passed down through generations, emphasizing resilience, legacy, and the long memory of time.

For ritual work, Capricorn season favors grounded, intentional altar setups. Focus on tools that represent stability and protection: stones like obsidian, onyx, or smoky quartz; bones or ancestral items; old keys, clocks, or heirlooms that symbolize time and lineage. Incorporate written intentions—especially goals tied to finances, career, boundaries, or personal discipline.

Candle magic during this season works best with black, dark green, brown, or deep red candles. Black supports protection and authority. Green aligns with long-term prosperity and growth. Brown grounds scattered energy and reinforces stability. Red can be used sparingly for courage and sustained motivation rather than impulsive action. Keep rituals simple and deliberate—Capricorn favors consistency over spectacle.

Ultimately, Capricorn season isn’t about becoming harder—it’s about becoming stronger. Strong enough to say no. Strong enough to commit. Strong enough to build something real.

How Capricorn Season Will Affect You?

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

Fire Signs

(Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius)

You can find comfort within yourself and have a few moments of reprieve from the frustrations and energy that is swarming around you. Do you, fire signs!

Earth Signs

(Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn)

It’s your month to decompress through self-care and to put everything else on hold for the moment — except for the fun things you’ve planned for yourself.

Air Signs

(Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius)

Boundaries are important. Stop giving your personal power to others. You have a say in the ongoing relationship too — make sure you have energy reserved for yourself.

Water Signs

(Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces)

You want to work on the existing problems in your relationships to improve matters. Be gentle to and try to communicate your feelings in a healthy way.

Key Dates:

December 21: The Sun enters Capricorn, making us reflect and assess our plans for the next few weeks.

December 24: Venus moves into Capricorn, allowing us to embrace our earthly desires.

January 1: Mercury glides into Capricorn, urging us to communicate directly to others.

January 3: The Full Moon in Cancer heightens our emotions and pushes us to honor the past.

January 17: Venus enters Aquarius, giving us the chance to cultivate significant friendships and alliances.

January 18: The New Moon in Capricorn is a time to reset and refresh our goals.

January 19: The Sun begins its journey in Aquarius, bringing charity and mindfulness to the forefront of our lives.

CAPRICORN SEASON 2025