Jupiter in Cancer Has a Busy Week with Oppositions from the Capricorn Planets

 

The month of January 2026 is proving to be quite active astrologically.  On January 9, the Sun and Mars are conjunct in 18 degrees of Capricorn.  This is a perfect day to set new intentions and make commitments as motivation is in high gear with Mars in the sign of its exaltation.  Determination is strong, as is self-discipline.

But retrograde Jupiter in Cancer is really the star this week as it faces oppositions from the Sun, Mars, Venus and Mercury in Capricorn. Venus in Capricorn is opposing Jupiter in 20 degrees of Cancer on January 9, which can have a way of offsetting our self-discipline. Let's face it, these two planets love to party and have a good time.  This aspect occurs almost six hours after the Sun-Mars conjunction at 6:41 a.m., so I would advise you to take care of business before 12:35 p.m. so that you can enjoy the weekend with some socializing.

The Sun in Capricorn will be opposing Jupiter in 20 degrees of Cancer on January 10.  This will bring more opportunities for success, good fortune and happiness.  Just be mindful of a tendency to overdo it with destructive behaviors like gambling or addiction.

Mars in Capricorn will also be opposing Jupiter in Cancer on January 10.  We should notice an increase in our self-confidence but we still need to be careful not to take too many risks, especially financial ones.  And don't promise more than you can deliver.  It is okay to set your goals and channel your enthusiasm, which should be high.

On January 14, Mercury in Capricorn will be opposing Jupiter in 19 degrees of Cancer.  This can manifest in big ideas and plans.  Communication is important as our words have power now.  We want to share our wisdom and beliefs.  But the opposition does warn us to guard against excessive optimism and impractical plans.  We could be inclined to boast and create misunderstandings.  Mercury is out of bounds until January 15, so it is still functioning like a retrograde planet.  Try to blend enthusiasm with practicality.

We have quite a lineup of planets in Capricorn this month that is very goal-oriented so make the most of it.  In next week's blog I will be writing about the New Moon in Capricorn on January 18 which will put the final touches on Capricorn season before we embrace the futuristic energy of Aquarius.

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