Astrological Forecast March 2023
The month of March is named after planet Mars, the Roman god of war. According to the Roman calendar, March (or Martius) was the first month of the calendar year.
The month of March always marks the beginning of the astrological new year with the entry of the Sun into Aries.
March also brings the first day of spring, the vernal equinox, which is why March always feels like a new beginning. A month of hope.
March 2023 is all about major planetary shifts….
The planetary heavyweights Saturn and Pluto both change signs and Mars also leaves Gemini after a long time at the end of March 2023.
Pluto, the planet of Rebirth and Transformation is until March 23, 2023 at 29º Capricorn, and that’s the exact degree to where the Great Conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn took place at the end of 2020 from December 15-19, 2020…
The first half of March 2023 is all about processing and healing traumas. From March 3 to March 12, 2023, Venus and Jupiter form a rare conjunction with Chiron in Aries. All unprocessed issues and deep-rooted traumas related to self-esteem and relationships then surface to be healed. Daring to admit and acknowledge past wounds can create a golden opportunity to overcome these problems and pave the way for healthy relationship patterns.
At the beginning of March 2023, on March 1 and 2, 2023, Mercury forms a conjunction with Saturn and Venus merges with the great Benefactor Jupiter. With this somewhat contradictory planetary energy of wanting, but not (yet) being able to, the world is holding its breath.
It feels like tension is building up…
The Full Moon at 16º40 in Virgo of March 7, 2023 draws attention to the daily rhythm and preparation of the harvest that we can be proud of later on.
Read more about this Full Moon and its influence on the constellations under NEWS on this website.
From March 8, 2023, Saturn’s two-and-a-half-year transit in Pisces begins. The planet of structure and responsibility in the element of Water will gradually dispel unrealistic goals and illusions and teach us to trust the flow of life as symbolized by the sign of Pisces. Saturn in Pisces also marks the final end of the two-year Saturn/Uranus square. Saturn in Pisces, the very last sign of Pisces, indicates the manifestation of long-cherished dreams and the legalization of euthanasia.
Read more about Saturn in Pisces and its influence on the zodiac signs under NEWS on this website.
Red planet Mars in Gemini is well underway and supported by the unstoppable energy of Jupiter in Aries, it feels like things are speeding up. The fact remains that goals can only be pursued with dedication and perseverance.
The second weekend of March 2023 is all about protest, because through Mercury in Pisces sextile Uranus in Taurus we want what is our due and security for the future. Sustainability, recycling and the use of alternative energy sources and materials are becoming increasingly important to keep life livable.
On March 15, 2023, the annual peak of the Virginids meteor shower will take place.
The “sluggish” Virginids in the vicinity of the bright fixed star Spica will then be visible in the celestial firmament for another two weeks.
Mars in Gemini square Neptune in Pisces is a foggy aspect of inner doubt and discouragement on this day. We want to, but something is holding us back, such as choices that have been made in the past six months or there are regrets about choices that have or have not been made.
The second half of March 2023 is characterized as a more dynamic period.
On March 20, 2023, the Sun enters the spring sign of Aries. Day and night are of equal length.
The astronomical beginning of Spring, the Spring Equinox, the feast of Ostara, the goddess of radiant light, growth and creation. We’re going into gear!
A particularly powerful period in which new energy can lead to constructive changes in ourselves and in the world around us.
From March 20 to April 3, 2023, Mercury travels through Aries. In the sign of the Warrior, we are more direct, assertive and frank in communication, but also impulsive and willing to fight for our ideas. Positive thoughts lead to good results in the coming weeks when starting new projects and activities. Mercury in Aries is alert, smart, sharp and well informed!
The New Moon in Aries of March 21, 2023 is a birthing moment to focus on a new beginning, project or journey. The New Moon is conjunct a radiant Jupiter in Aries and that gives a huge change of energy. Through this fiery combined power of the New Moon and Jupiter, we on Earth experience more strength, courage and initiative and unprecedented opportunities are created. Read more about this New Moon and its influence on all zodiac signs under NEWS on this website!
From March 23, 2023, Pluto will have a ‘taste’ from Aquarius for the first time since 1798…..
From May 1, 2023 Pluto will go retrograde in Aquarius, slowly back to Capricorn.
As of 2024, Pluto will remain in Aquarius. In the 20 years that follow, there will be far-reaching changes on a social, political, technological and humanitarian level. Pluto in Aquarius is going to transform our society as a whole, from social systems to institutions, the way groups of people interact or the role the state plays in society. New trade unions and professional organizations are emerging all over the world. With Pluto in Aquarius, abuse of power is exposed regardless of political nature, economic nature or for personal reasons. It will be the years of total restructuring of society. Read more about Pluto in Aquarius and its influence on all zodiac signs under NEWS on this website.
From March 26, 2023, red Warrior Mars, the planet of war and strife, travels through Cancer … the water sign Cancer is symbolic of “the People”. Mars in Cancer forms a volatile aspect with Pluto in Aquarius. This quincunx forces Mars into a planetary split, so to speak.
Mother Earth is making itself heard through seismological activity, landslides, mudslides and rising sea levels, but also because of geopolitical tensions, migration flows, climate protests and raw material scarcity, which is a major problem for the global economic system, the energy transition from fossil to sustainable energy, ICT, industrial innovation, health and defense.
Jupiter is now traveling through Aries, the sign of Mars and that’s a boost of combative energy. Everything that is happening now is magnified with Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius.
There will be upheaval and turmoil during that time.
The growing world population and global demand for industrial and consumer goods leads to price increases and scarcity of natural resources, at the expense of economic growth.
The last part of March 2023 will be distinguished by building, planning, and laying a foundation for the future.
In this polarized world, the drive for progress and individual freedom is unprecedented, personal, social and collective.
The unrest in the atmosphere and on earth is enormous, we see this not only in climatic conditions, but also in continuous unexpected events, upheaval, turmoil and violence.
Our world will continue to evolve. Nothing will ever be the same.
Wishing everyone a hopeful and dynamic month of March!
Marlies Goovers
