The Sturgeon Full Moon In Aquarius 2025
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The Sturgeon Full Moon in Aquarius occurs on August 9 at 12:55 AM PDT and 3:55 AM EDT. This lunation encourages us to grow and build upon our visions for the future.
The essence of the Full Moon in Aquarius is to move towards evolution and transformation. Aquarius is known for its innovation and ability to transcend through time, which is what we must adhere to, even though it will be hard to leave the past in the past. We must try to work through the struggles to resolve the dynamics. The energy surrounding the Full Moon is intense, so we need to stay in our lane. Advocating for others and defending those we care about will take priority. However, it will lead us toward more disagreements and put us in an uncomfortable situation.
The same day as the Full Moon, Mars in Libra forms an opposition to Neptune retrograde in Aries. This fraught astrological aspect is going to make us feel that one foot forward is followed by another backward. To maintain an equilibrium, we need to focus on the present, although we will want to dream about the future due to the innovative energy of the Full Moon in Aquarius. It’s advisable to relish in the here and now. The more we try to push matters forward, the more complex they'll be to attain today. Focus on the overall vision and know that in time it will come to fruition — especially since Mercury is moonwalking in Leo until August 11.
The day before the Full Moon, Mars and Saturn retrograde in Aries oppose each other and Mars connects with Uranus in Gemini. This is important to note, since the traditional planetary ruler of Aquarius is Saturn and the modern ruler is Uranus. The cosmic energy felt on August 8 is going to lead us into the Full Moon with a bittersweet sentiment. There will be a combative struggle between passive-aggressiveness and dominance. Once again, finding the middle ground is going to be difficult. However, Mars in Libra doesn't want to fight, even though Saturn in Aries does. The result may lead us to avoid conflict rather than engage in it. We will still be holding onto our lingering resentments and feelings on August 10, the day after the Full Moon, when Mars harmonizes with Pluto retrograde in Aquarius. Expect the power struggle to implode on the 10th because we won't feel as though others are supporting us. It might feel like relationships are falling apart, but they’re just changing and creating a stronger foundation. Sometimes we need to let our emotions out to heal.
The best way to harness the Full Moon is to give love and tenderness to yourself. State affirmations that will provide you with a boost toward greatness. You're on the right path. Stay strong and believe in yourselves.
Join me on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET for a live Aquarius Full Moon ritual on Zoom—an evening of visioning, guided candle work, and collective magic.
Can’t make it live? You can still connect with this energy through my 15-page Aquarius Full Moon Ritual Guide, available now in The Hoodwitch Store. The guide includes the exact astrology breakdown for this lunation, two powerful rituals (including our candle ceremony), a tarot spread, journal prompts, and magical correspondences to help you channel this moon’s power at home.