Forecast
AriesPenny Thornton’s
The Astrology Handbook
Part I
Guide to Interpretation
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The Week Ahead for Aries
Monday, October 26th – Sunday, November 1st
ARIES
This is quite the opening to the last week of October. A full moon squared by Pluto brings simmering issues to the bubble, ideally to resolve them even if it takes a deep dive in some dark waters to do so. The full moon cuts across the financial axis of your solar chart so while the prospect of an ending might involve putting signatures on contracts it could also mean that time has run out for a loan or some other monetary matter. Finances require a cool, clear head so avoid panic actions. Indeed, the same advice could go for other situations that in the heat of the moment could prompt an extreme but unnecessary response.
Let the heat die down.
See last week’s forecast below.
Monday, October 19th – Sunday, October 25th
ARIES
Whatever the actual season, it’s getting dark and mulchy in astrology land. It’s Pluto season! Of course, it has its recommendations: you’ll be able to get to the bottom of a matter and deliver of your best in terms of demanding tasks, but it’s not going to be a bundle of laughs. Add to this, Mercury’s retrograde turn, and being prepared for obstructions of one sort or another is advised. Venus is also on a retrograde path and meeting up with Pluto again, so current developments may have their origins in those of mid-September. Take your time.
A deep dive.
See the month ahead forecast below.
The Month Ahead for Aries
October 2026
October brings major developments, first and foremost regarding your love life or working relationships. It is the right time to marry or make a long-term commitment, but it is also the moment to realize when you’ve been used and manipulated. Finances could be at the core of any disagreement, as could differing priorities. For some Arians, a relationship may appear to be running out of road while for others a partner could seem distant. However, it is more likely that a relationship is in transition and will get back its spark before the end of the year.
The 2026 In-depth Year Ahead Forecasts. See below:
The Year Ahead for Aries
There are two distinct halves to the year. Until the end of June, Jupiter will be encouraging you to build your future, whether through your career or putting down roots, improving family life, even moving home. You may see your reputation rise and there could be welcome additions to the family. And perhaps because so much of your time has been focussed on “getting your act together”, by July, you’ll be ready to start enjoying life. A trip to foreign parts, an invitation to a special occasion, possibly an event where you will be the star attraction.