Welcome to Sagittarius season. As we enter a new month, the slate is wiped clean, and there are endless possibilities for growth. See what’s in store for your relationships, career, and emotions in the month ahead. Here’s your December horoscope for 2025.
Aries, Mar 21–Apr 21
December kicks off with firecracker Mars in its speediest placement, which could pull you in a dozen different directions. Trying to get everything done ahead of time is likely to backfire, so instead, get things done one step at a time until the red planet settles in mid-December. Artistic, imaginative, compassionate Neptune is your personal muse for the next 13 years, so keep adding soul to your goals. And during the year’s final weekend moon in Aries, you’ll be the sparkliest person in the room!
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Taurus, Apr 22–May 21
Your prime mover, Venus, is in her most adventurous mood this month. She encourages you to move beyond your core crew and connect with others outside your familiar zone to welcome diverse ways of being. As social activities pick up speed, this open-minded attitude can attract some delightful surprises. In December’s final week, Saturn cautions Venus to hit the enough button on festive indulgence, reminding you that self-control is beneficial. A Taurus moon on New Year’s Eve provides the ideal climate for deciding what you’d like to leave behind as you enter 2026.
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Gemini, May 22–Jun 22
The uplifting vibes of the Gemini full moon on December 5 encourage you to celebrate this year’s achievements with close friends at your favourite local venue. When Mars moves midmonth from active to strategic and Mercury heads into its chattiest mode, work smart with clear communication and intelligent delegation. Don’t micromanage arrangements or waste time oversharing. Instead, think short is sweet and less is more. That way, there’ll be more space to find gratitude for the highlights of 2025 before the new year arrives.
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Cancer, Jun 23–Jul 23
Although this is the annual season of traditions, Mars dares you to venture out of your usual orbit and consider new ways of gift-giving and celebrating. On the social full moon on December 5, share your thoughts, articulate ideas, post on social media and see who’s interested. Creative partnerships are supported by this particular moon, so get the buzz going. From the feisty new moon on December 20 onwards, Cancerian Ken Done’s artistic manifesto applies: “There are no rules. And if there are rules, then you may as well break them.”
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Leo, Jul 24–Aug 23
You may be tempted to overspend or indulge too much this month, but it’s a pattern you’re better off breaking. If you’ve committed to expensive plans or gifts that you can’t really afford, don’t panic. Thanks to the Sun and Saturn coming together in mid-December, you’ll get a chance to reassess your budget, be practical, and adjust your plans without guilt. As countdown timelines kick in, scale back whatever’s become too hectic. When the Sun and Venus head into late December’s VIP lounge, there’ll be no apologies for finding the most expensive items on the shelf attractive: ‘tis the season to be merry and bright, so let goodwill and cheer flow free.
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Virgo, Aug 24–Sep 23
Your planet boss, Mercury, and structured strategist, Saturn, are moving forward in tandem this month. So, flick on the green light to reach out for assistance and support. In December’s second week, the waning moon in Virgo suggests adjusting your expectations if you’re asking more of people than they can manage. As the volatile end-of-year cocktail inevitably meets last-minute complications, pause and reflect. Don’t run yourself ragged or drain your resources. Stay simple and flexible, so you can close out the old year with ease.
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Libra, Sep 24–Oct 23
On December 5, the full moon highlights having too many choices, reminding you to balance the busy and stressful parts of holiday prep. Enjoy social events, but don’t overdo it. Instead, take steady, manageable steps. Venus encourages thinking outside the box in work or social situations, so be open to new experiences. The most meaningful Christmas gift? A sincere compliment or thank-you to someone who has made a positive impact on your year.
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Scorpio, Oct 24–Nov 22
If you flex your forgiveness muscles, Mercury moving forward in your sign this month can help repair conflicts that may have flared during its recent retrograde. Scorpios who revisited and refined their ideas during this phase will find December falling into place with “aha” moments. Dive deep into organising conversations and brainstorming sessions. And if wildcard Uranus rocks your plans, embrace disruptions as pathways to positive change and potentially better outcomes. Maintain your distance from retail chaos, do your own version of jolly holly, and enjoy a cool yule.
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Sagittarius Nov 23–Dec 21
Friendly Venus joining breezy Mars in your easy-going, fun-loving sign will colour the first half of your birthday month in vivid, bold and passionate hues. When energetic Mercury moves into Sagittarius in the middle of the month and gets holiday plans moving quickly again, keep yourself open to backup or alternative options. When the new moon in Sagittarius on December 20 sets a fresh stage for your coming astrological year, maintain a wide-angle viewfinder, tap into your natural intuition and recommit to making each day an adventure, which is, after all, your essential Sagittarian mission.
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Capricorn, Dec 22–Jan 20
This month welcomes your mentor planet, Saturn, back into forward gear after five months of soul-searching personal growth and necessary lessons. Even better, mid-December’s entry of go-getter Mars into Capricorn, the red planet’s happy place and one of its most powerful positions, stimulates your natural desire to do, be, and offer the best. When the summer solstice marks the southern hemisphere’s longest day of the year, the power trio of Sun, Venus and Mars in your upmarket sign sees you stepping into the new year confident, charismatic and capable.
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Aquarius, Jan 21–Feb 19
With fire and earth energies prevalent this month, do what you can to defuse stressful situations from escalating into scorched-earth policies. Your best gift to this perennially hectic period is Aquarian humour and common sense. Around mid-December, mixed Mars/Neptune energy may make plans a bit unreliable. Don’t treat “probably” or “I think so” as a yes. Instead, wait for firm confirmation before counting on anything. When the late December solstice marks the sun’s move into goal-setting mode, give yourself a moment to consider what personal goals excite you in the coming year.
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Pisces, Feb 20–Mar 20
This month starts with Saturn moving forward in Pisces, planets be praised! And it gets even better mid-December as Neptune’s tide turns in your sign and uncertainties start becoming clear. It can be hard during seasonal overload to know your limits. So, it’s best to accept that some things may not get done. As the new year approaches in the sign of traditional list writing, make a note of where you’d like to be a year from now, and one thing you’re willing to do every day to make that happen.
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This horoscope appeared in the December 2025 issue of The Australian Women’s Weekly magazine. Find out your monthly horoscopes earlier by subscribing, so you never miss an issue.
