Your 2024 New Moon in Virgo Horoscope: What’s in Store for Your Zodiac Sign Come September 2

From sadness that summer is slipping away to elation that fall is right around the corner, Labor Day weekend can bring on a lot of emotions. And this year, it’s also marked by an industrious, serious, and organization-supporting new moon in Virgo, which offers you the chance to set a detailed intention that you want to see come to fruition over the course of the next six months. This lunar event will encourage you to think about and zhush your everyday routine and tend to your health and well-being and perhaps to be more open to giving — and receiving — constructive criticism and an analytical perspective.

The new moon in Virgo falls on Monday, September 2 at 9:56 p.m. ET/6:56 p.m. PT. Given that the sign of the Maiden is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, transportation and technology — yes, the very same that was just retrograde for the lion’s share of August — this astrological event could feel like starting fresh and gaining clarity that we’ve been lacking recently. You could be motivated to make lists, clear out clutter and zero in on the pragmatic ins and outs of how you’ll achieve whatever goal you’ve pinpointed. And given the mutable (aka adaptable) nature of the earth sign, this is a moment in which you might find it easier than usual to pivot from an existing game plan that might not be serving you as well as you had hoped. Here, all you need to know about this cerebral, service-oriented new moon so you can take advantage of it to the fullest, according to your zodiac sign.

What is a new moon?

The new moon occurs once — and once in a while, twice — a month when the moon and the sun share the same exact spot in the zodiac (for example, this month, they will meet at 11 degrees of Virgo). Because the two luminaries are so close, the sun’s stunningly bright light doesn’t reflect off of the moon at all, and from our point of view on Earth, the moon’s form appears hidden. For that reason, you can think of a new moon as a blank canvas on which you can paint your vision for the future. And you can take advantage of new moon energy by getting clear on and setting those goals for four days before and after the event occurs.

In astrology, the moon colors your emotions, intuition and nurturing style as well as how you want to be nurtured. When it’s new, you could feel an amplified sense of possibility, anticipation and emotional self-awareness. New moons also present a chance to plant seeds that you can watch grow over the following two weeks (up until the next full moon, which, this time, falls on Tuesday, September 17 in Pisces and also happens to be an intense lunar eclipse) and the following six months (when we’ll experience the corresponding full moon, which in this case will be on March 13-14, 2025, depending on your time zone).

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What is the new moon in Virgo?

At least once a month, a new moon presents an opportunity to get clear on what you want to achieve over the next two weeks to six months. And once you’ve homed in on that intention, you can begin to manifest it by taking both conscious and unconscious action. Because this month’s new moon falls in hardworking, helpful, thoughtful and detail-oriented earth sign Virgo, September’s new moon is wired to support your ability to choose a goal that’s pragmatic and perhaps related to being of service to others. Simultaneously, Virgo season and the Virgo new moon boosts our focus on self-improvement through everyday, healthy habits — related to the Sixth House of Wellness, which Virgo is associated with. So you may find that this lunar event supports your ability to step up your self-care plan and take your own well-being to the next level.

The 2024 Virgo new moon encourages you to get serious and specific.

As one of the mutable signs, Virgo can be indecisive, but once the Maiden puts their mind to something, they work harder than almost any sign to achieve their vision. (Case in point: Virgo icon Beyonce.) And because the new moon forms an opposition to taskmaster Saturn in Pisces, that no-nonsense industriousness is amplified and can be channeled into a winning game plan. It also bears noting that as a practical earth sign ruled by messenger Mercury, the planet of information, Virgo has a way of making magic from minutiae, and that spirit could fuel your ability to set a goal that’s both logical and laser-focused.

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You can make the most of the 2024 new moon in Virgo by setting aside time to rest and reflect.

Despite being a lunar event hosted by a hardworking, grounded earth sign, the new moon happens to fall just ahead of Mars, the planet of action and energy, in Gemini squaring off against Neptune, the planet of illusion, in Pisces which can make for low energy and confusion. While this might sound like a wet rag being thrown on the power of the new moon, it’s possible to work with this transit by ensuring that you’re dedicating some quality time to recharging, focusing on more imaginative, spiritual pursuits in the days around the new moon — which could easily go hand-in-hand with proactive intention-setting — and protecting your energy.

Here, how the 2024 Virgo new moon will affect you based on your sign. (Be sure to read both your sun and your rising sign if you know it. If you don't, you can find it in your birth chart or by using this CafeAstrology calculator .)

Aries

Falling in your wellness and daily routine zone, you’ll have the opportunity to lean into the overarching themes of this new moon even more than most signs, because you’ll be especially focused on self-improvement and finding more balance within your everyday hustle. You likely spent at least part of the Mercury retrograde reflecting on this area of life, and now you can set a powerful intention that could jump start off a whole new, revitalizing chapter. Be sure to tune into and give credence to your intuition, given that the new moon happens to oppose serious Saturn in your spirituality sector now.

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Taurus

With this new moon falling in your romance and self-expression zone, you have the green light to be more lighthearted, creative and spontaneous — all while owning your artistic voice and speaking straight from the heart. Think back to August 5 to 14 to consider any lessons that might serve to inform the heartfelt aspiration you opt to focus on now. And because the moon opposes taskmaster Saturn, which falls in your networking and friendship zone, leaning on a community or group you associate with could be the key to making a long-term wish a reality.

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Gemini

This new moon activates your home zone, inspiring you to prioritize beloved traditions with your family and dearest friends, which could set a loving new tone and provide a chance for you to bond and connect even more deeply. Consider the fact that the moon is also forming an opposition to taskmaster Saturn in your career zone, which encourages you to think about your work-life balance — and perhaps kick off a plan that would bring more balance and centeredness to this aspect of your life.

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Cancer

This new moon falls in your communication zone, making it an especially buzzy, social and busy time for you. You could be spending the days around this lunar event on a short-distance trip, spending time with siblings or neighbors or learning something new. And when it comes to setting a productive goal, be sure to honor your amplified curiosity and desire to connect with friends and colleagues in a cerebral way. Given the moon’s opposition to taskmaster Saturn in your adventure sector, you could make the most of this moment by getting out of your comfort zone and exploring new horizons.

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Leo

Focusing on your financial well-being is sure to feel right over the course of this lunar event, because it’s activating your money zone. You’re likely just starting to get your ducks in a row following an intense Mercury retrograde through your sign and your earning sector, so feel free to take it slow while also knowing that you can make applause-worthy strides on getting more organized and knowledgeable about how you’re bringing in, spending and investing cash flow. The moon’s opposition to serious Saturn in your intimacy zone can set you up for a win related to joint resources, too.

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Virgo

Welcome to your annual, confidence-boosting new moon, Virgo! After taking a step back and slowing down to tie up loose ends over the course of the Mercury retrograde that kicked off in your sign, you’ll finally begin to feel like you can build momentum toward achieving specific aspirations that are close to your heart. When setting your intention, take any lessons that you learned over the past month — especially between August 5 to 14 — into consideration all while embracing a bold way forward. And with the moon opposing boundary-setting Saturn in your partnership zone, you’ll also do well to consider how certain one-on-one bonds might be supporting (or detracting) from your success.

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Libra

As social and initiative-taking as you are, Virgo season can be a bit sleepy for you, as it activates your spirituality zone, which is all about self-reflection and psychological well-being. Mercury’s retrograde in this zone from August 5 to 14 may have been particularly challenging, but now you can channel your takeaway from that moment toward getting in tune with your intuition in a whole new way. Doing exactly this can help you zero in on a goal that might not be fully fleshed out yet but that feels right and will serve as your north star from now on. You’ll also do well to envision what you want your everyday hustle to look like, given the moon’s opposition to taskmaster Saturn in your daily routine sector.

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Scorpio

This new moon activates your networking and friendship sector, which could turn your focus to the teams, platonic bonds and communities you associate with — and your desire to feel more connected to people in these groups. You’ll be itching more than usual to feel like you’re part of something bigger, a greater effort to move the ball forward on a collective goal, and the more clarity you can get around this feeling now, the more success you’ll have in fulfilling this aspiration. Just know that with your co-ruler, go-getter Mars in your intimacy zone squaring off against dreamy Neptune in your self-expression sector, being honest with yourself and your loved ones about your needs is a must for feeling grounded and on track now.

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Sagittarius

This could be a truly industrious new moon for you, given that it falls in your career and public image zone. Whether you’ve been wanting to take on a leadership position, throw your hat in the ring for a promotion or pitch a large-scale, ambitious undertaking to a higher-up, you’ll have the wind in your sails to do exactly that, especially now that messenger Mercury is moving forward in your adventure sector. Honing new skills or traveling could support your pitch. Bear in mind that because the moon opposes taskmaster Saturn in your home zone, you’ll just want to be sure your vision aligns with your inner life and emotional well-being, too.

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Capricorn

Falling in your higher learning and adventure sector, this new moon nudges you to step out of the confines of your typical hustle to soak up knowledge, meet people outside of your social circle or take advantage of an opportunity to go on an eye-opening trip. In short, you have plenty of momentum for broadening your horizons, if that’s what you’re itching to do now. However, the moon does oppose your ruler, taskmaster Saturn, currently moving through your communication and short-distance travel sector, which could add a serious, even gloomy layer to this astrological moment. Your best bet: Being intentional with your words and honest — with yourself and others — about how you’re feeling as you navigate this transit, which, before you know it, will pass.

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Aquarius

This new moon falls in your intimacy and joint resources sector, which presents you with an opportunity to deepen your bonds with loved ones or a significant other and move the ball forward on shared financial aspirations you might share with your nearest and dearest. However, with the moon opposing your co-ruler, taskmaster Saturn, in your income zone, you could be torn between putting your nose to the grindstone for your own moneymaking goals versus working closely with others to achieve something that serves you both. Doing your best to remain open minded and wearing your heart on your sleeve can help you identify the best path forward.

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Pisces

This new moon activates your partnership sector, an area of your chart that’s been a key focus over the last few weeks, not only thanks to Virgo season, but because the Mercury retrograde that just ended kicked off there. So, chances are you’re quite familiar with certain lessons that have come up recently and you may also know how you want a particular related storyline to progress. Set aside time to meditate and reflect on this ahead of committing to a specific goal. With the moon opposing taskmaster Saturn in your sign, the tone of the moment could feel almost too serious, so, you’ll do well to find room in your schedule for a bit more self-care and rest.

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