By Starseed Dee Let’s explore the significant planetary configurations for the week of May 5th, 2024:
May 5, 2024: Moon near Saturn, Mars, and Mercury
On the morning of May 5th, 2024, if you’re out watching meteors, notice the waning moon—a thin crescent—about to slip into the sunrise glare. The planets Mars and Saturn will be easy to spot. However, unless you’re in Earth’s Southern Hemisphere, you might not see Mercury on these mornings. From the Northern Hemisphere, Mercury is vanishing near the sunrise. But the morning of May 6th might be a good time to catch it, as the waning moon will be near it. Fun fact: That lovely glow on the unlit side of the moon is called “earthshine”—reflected light from Earth!
Mercury will be in the zodiac sign of Taurus. Taurus is associated with stability, practicality, and sensuality. It’s an earth sign ruled by Venus. Mars will also be in Taurus during this time. Mars represents action, energy, and assertiveness. Its presence in Taurus may emphasize determination and persistence. Jupiter will be in the zodiac sign of Pisces. Pisces is a water sign associated with intuition, compassion, and spirituality. Jupiter’s expansive energy can enhance these qualities. Saturn will be in the zodiac sign of Aquarius. Aquarius is an air sign known for its innovation, humanitarianism, and forward-thinking. Saturn’s influence here encourages discipline and structure.
Uranus will be in Taurus as well. Uranus represents change, rebellion, and originality. Its presence in Taurus may bring unexpected shifts related to stability and material matters. Neptune will continue its journey through the zodiac sign of Pisces. Neptune is associated with dreams, illusions, and creativity. In Pisces, it enhances spiritual awareness and artistic inspiration.
Remember that the zodiac houses are determined by the position of the planets within the twelve astrological signs. Each sign corresponds to a specific house in an astrological chart. If you’re interested in creating your own birth chart or exploring more about astrology, consider using our online tools to generate your personalized chart here! 🌙
May 6, 2024: Moon near Mercury
If you can still see the moon on the morning of May 6th, 2024, you might be able to find Mercury, too. Both will lie low on the horizon, so binoculars might help locate them. Reddish Mars and golden Saturn will be higher in the sky.
May 8, 2024: New Moon
The instant of the new moon will fall at 3:22 UTC on May 8th, 2024 (10:22 p.m. CDT on May 7th). That night is a perfect time for stargazing under dark skies. 🌑🌠
May 9, 2024: Mercury at greatest morning elongation
Mercury reaches its greatest elongation—26 degrees from the morning sun—at 22 UTC (5 p.m. CDT) on May 9th, 2024.
May 10, 2024: Moon between Capella and Betelgeuse
On the evening of May 10th, 2024, the waxing crescent moon—glowing with earthshine—will lie between two bright stars. The golden star is Capella in the constellation Auriga the Charioteer. And in vivid contrast to golden Capella is the bright red supergiant star Betelgeuse, the brightest star in Orion the Hunter. You can follow them until almost midnight.
May 12, 2024: Moon close to the twin stars of Gemini
On the evening of May 12th, 2024, the waxing crescent moon will shine near Pollux and Castor, the twin stars of Gemini.
Jupiter and Pluto Trine:
Jupiter and Pluto are currently in a favorable trine aspect for the next two months. Trines create an easier flow of energy between planets, and in this case, it’s particularly interesting. Here’s what these planets represent:
Jupiter: Jupiter is associated with society, social norms, beliefs, and opportunities for improvement. It seeks to bring benefit to all and encourages growth.
Pluto: Pluto, on the other hand, is about purification and transformation. It digs deep beneath the surface, addressing hidden fears, obsessions, and collective consciousness issues.
With this trine, we have an opportunity to clear out the “muck” within ourselves and our collective consciousness. What motivates people to cause cruelty or harmful acts? Can we collectively address these darker aspects and work toward positive change? Let’s join together in positive consciousness to improve our lives and our beautiful planet. 🌎