Moon in Taurus ♉︎
The Moon in Taurus is steady, sensual and slow. After the rush of Aries, the mood turns towards comfort, good food and things that feel solid and reliable.
Checking where the Moon is now…
At a glance
Element: Earth · Quality: Fixed · Ruled by: Venus · Sun in Taurus: 20 April to 20 May
How the Moon in Taurus feels
Emotionally you want security, calm and routine. You settle best with familiar people, pleasant surroundings and a proper meal. Changes of plan are not welcome.
In love and relationships
Affection is physical and loyal. Touch, cooking and time together matter more than clever words. Feelings move slowly, but they last.
At work and with money
A good time for budgets, money decisions and finishing what is already under way. Progress is slow but thorough.
Good days for
- Cooking and eating well
- Gardening and time outdoors
- Budgeting and saving
- Rest and self-care
Watch out for
Stubbornness, resisting change and spending on comfort you do not need.
A simple way to use it
Take a slow meal or a walk somewhere green and do not rush it. The Moon is opposite Scorpio at its fullest point, so the feelings brought up by the Moon in Taurus often find their balance with the themes of Scorpio.
When is the Moon in Taurus?
The Moon changes sign about every two and a half days and returns to Taurus roughly every 27 days. These times are calculated for your time zone.
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Times are calculated and can differ from published almanacs by a few minutes. See the moon calendar for the phase today.
Moon sign or Moon in a sign?
This page is about the Moon passing through Taurus right now, which shapes the collective mood for a couple of days. Your own Moon sign is the sign the Moon was in when you were born and describes your personal emotional style. Find yours with the birth chart calculator.
If you were born with the Moon in Taurus
With the Moon in Taurus, feelings are steady, sensory and slow to change. Traditional astrology treats Taurus as the Moon's sign of exaltation, where it is said to work especially comfortably, because the Moon here asks for security, routine and comfort. You are likely to be loyal and calm under pressure, and you may find sudden change unsettling until you have had time to adjust. The shadow side is stubbornness and holding on to things, or people, past their time.
At home and with family
A Taurus Moon makes a home that feels good: soft fabrics, good food, a garden or a favourite chair. Regular meals and a predictable rhythm help the household feel safe. Moves and renovations can be harder for you than for others, so allow time.
Looking after a Taurus Moon
Self-care is sensory: a proper meal, a long bath, time outdoors, music, or work with your hands. A walk in nature often settles this Moon more than a conversation does.
Moon sign descriptions are traditional astrology and are offered for reflection and entertainment. They are not predictions or professional advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Moon in Taurus mean?
The Moon in Taurus is steady, sensual and slow. After the rush of Aries, the mood turns towards comfort, good food and things that feel solid and reliable. Taurus is a earth sign with fixed energy, ruled by Venus.
How long does the Moon stay in Taurus?
About two and a half days. The Moon moves through all twelve signs in roughly 27 days, so it returns to Taurus about once a month.
When is the Moon next in Taurus?
The dates above are calculated for you from today, in your own time zone. The Moon re-enters Taurus roughly every 27 days.
What is my Moon sign?
Your Moon sign is the sign the Moon was in when you were born. It depends on your birth date, and the birth time if the Moon changed sign that day. Use the birth chart calculator on this site to find it.
Is the Moon in Taurus a good time to start something?
It depends what. A good time for budgets, money decisions and finishing what is already under way. Progress is slow but thorough.
Why is the Moon said to be exalted in Taurus?
In traditional astrology each planet has signs where it is considered especially strong. The Moon is exalted in Taurus because the sign's steady, nourishing, earthy qualities suit the Moon's themes of comfort, security and daily rhythm.
Is a Taurus Moon the same as a Taurus Sun sign?
No. The Sun sign describes your core identity and is set by your birthday. The Moon sign describes your emotional style and instincts and changes sign about every two and a half days, so it can differ from your Sun sign.
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