No matter what you celebrate, December is a great time to have fun, make merry, and…maybe have a holiday hook-up with a hometown hottie? Just don’t make too many hasty decisions, as messy Mercury retrograde returns this month, stirring up all kinds of logistical drama. However, December astrology brings us many cosmic gifts to use as well. Remember, if you plan to embrace the ho, ho, ho power of it all, make sure your birth control methods are fully in place. And with that, have a magical (and sexy) holiday!
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Happy birthday season, Sagittarius! Sexy Mars is in your sign all month, boosting your libido and giving you a warm magnetism. You’re on fire, and the mid-month new moon in your sign is the perfect time to make a heartfelt birthday wish. Once Mercury retrogrades in your sign on December 22nd, it will be easy for motives to get confused, so be careful when communicating in your relationships. An emotional full moon a few days later brings deep feelings and burning passion to the surface. Get it all out before the new year begins.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
The first half of December is pretty low-energy, so feel free to stay in bed with your vibrator until the Christmas carolers outside are impossible to ignore. Pesky Mercury retrograde begins in your sign on December 12th, but don’t let it get you down. Once Capricorn season begins on December 22, you’ll feel more like your sparkly and confident self. Emotions will surface in relationships under the full moon at the end of the month, leading to productive breakthroughs and growth with your partner(s).
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
You are the life of the (holiday) party for the first half of December, and you make a sparkling impression on everyone you meet. But when Mercury starts retrograde mid-month, friendship drama can flare up around you, and snags at work can stress you out. It might be better to stay home and sext your crush from bed instead. Get back there under the full moon at the end of the month! NYE is a great time for your significant other to join you on a fun group outing, and if you’re single, a sexy friend of a friend will really light your fire.
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Career responsibilities may dominate your time in the first half of the month, making sexting or quickies easier to manage than date nights. But social energy kicks up a notch after the winter solstice on December 22nd, so fly around the holiday party circuit and reconnect with old friends. Romantic feelings really grow under the full moon on December 26th and dreams are all around, so be sure to give your partner something special or send your crush a cute text of the beautiful news
Aries
March 21 – April 19
At the start of the month, career stress may lead to some conflicts in relationships, so try to be cool. Instead, resolve the tension by deepening intimacy with a partner. You’ve been feeling sexually adventurous all month, but you may discover some new kinks under the new moon on December 12th—and your partners will likely accept your wishes. Cosmic Christmas alignments put you in charge of your destiny, so take your year-end steps with confidence.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Love planet Venus will sweeten your relationships this month, bringing plenty of opportunities for romance and fun. Meanwhile, the new moon on December 12th pushes you deep into your feelings, allowing you to connect with lovers on a more intimate and vulnerable level. As the holidays approach, Mercury retrograde can bring a distant ex back into the picture, which can be fun if you’re looking for a fling. On December 30th, lucky Jupiter finishes its retrograde in your sign, giving you the power of manifestation to close out the year.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
Passionate Mars lights up your relationships with warm motivation all month, so take the reins and chase what you want. If you’re single, the new moon on December 12th is the perfect time to find your ideal romantic partner. Mercury retrograde will start mixing signs when it comes to love on December 22nd, so be extra thoughtful about communication leading up to the holidays. The full moon at the end of the month inspires emotional openness, so put all your sexual desires on the table as you head into a new year.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Love planet Venus hits your dating sector at the start of the month, so it’s time to pick up your flirting and make space in your schedule for some hot date nights. Make the most of the romantic energy now and use it to bring more passion to your relationships, because when Mercury starts retrograde mid-month, communication with partners will be more difficult. The full moon rises in your sign on December 26th, making Christmas week a great time to share your truth and let your light shine.
Leo
July 23 – August 22
Your sex and dating life are on fire this month, Leo, so let loose and have fun! The new moon on December 12th also brings new opportunities for romance, but Mercury retrograde can make it hard to nail down solid plans—so be flexible, especially in the midst of the craziness on holiday. The introspective full moon at the end of the month is a great time to get clear on what you want sexually and get super real with a partner about how to bring more passion to your playtime.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
As the month begins, it’s time to have some important conversations about commitment and putting your values into words. Do this before chaotic Mercury retrograde begins in your dating sector mid-month. At that point, a long-lost dating app match might pop back onto your radar, or an old flame might fire off a midnight text. Trust your instincts as you decide whether to take the bait. The full moon on December 26th brings a sweet and flirty vibe, so celebrate NYE with a big group of friends.
Pounds
September 23 – October 22
You’re in full social-butterfly mode this month, and you charm the pants off everyone who crosses your path (probably literally!). Flirting is fun, but the new moon on December 12th helps you put your true feelings into words. If you’re in the mood to be spoiled, let your lovers know what’s on your holiday wish list ahead of time—as Mercury retrograde begins to mix signals mid-month, and things can get out of hand translation. Choose your words wisely to ensure no misunderstandings get in the way of your picture perfect NYE kiss.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
Romantic Venus spends most of the month in your sign, bringing exciting twists to relationships and plenty of opportunities for growth. Enjoy this glow-up! The new moon on December 12th prompts a yearning for sensual pleasure—but don’t just fling it mindlessly, as Mercury retrograde begins to cloud judgment over as soon as possible. Two weeks later, the full moon inspires you to step out of your emotional comfort zone. Trying something new with a lover can bring you closer.
