Full Moon in Scorpio 2026

On May 1st at 10:23 AM PDT the Moon opposes the Sun exactly, creating the Full Moon. The Sun is stationed at 11 degrees Taurus 21 minutes, and the Moon is at 11 degrees Scorpio 21 minutes. This is the first Full Moon of May, and will be followed by a second one on May 31st! That’s the “Blue Moon”, the second one in one calendar month.

Every year the Full Moon in Scorpio is celebrated as Vesak, also known as Wesak. It’s considered the most sacred day to millions of Buddhists all over the world, as in the year 623 B.C., with the Full Moon in Scorpio, the Buddha was born. This makes him a Taurus with a Scorpio Moon. On this day people honor Him through giving to charity, visiting monasteries and temples, and there are feasts but no meat is eaten. People celebrate the teachings, the lessons that this great sage embodied.

The Moon was new in Scorpio November 19th of 2025. At that time plans and goals were being made and defined to bring about a movement forward regarding all things ruled by this sign. It is a Fixed Water sign, very deep and mysterious. Goals may have been set to go deeper, spiritually speaking, or the flip side; a more fulfilled sex life. Scorpio turf includes death and rebirth, inheritance, shared values, and the occult. It is ruled by Pluto, the transformer, so at this time deep conscious thinking and feeling were prodding us to explore what is hidden; out of sight.

Now with the Moon being Full in Scorpio, the consequences of our plans and actions are here to show us how far we’ve come. The Taurus/Scorpio axis is my values vs. our values. Did you remember to include others in your hopes and dreams when the Moon was New? Not likely, as it is a very sovereign sign that is concerned with power and financial independence. Yet, it represents “we” in the zodiac, so finding this emotional Water Sign trusting enough to include others is important. That is the crucible, the challenge that brings transformation.

Interestingly, the Sun and Moon are both squared by Pluto at 5 degrees Aquarius, creating a T-Square. The planet at the "tip" of the T that receives both squares acts as a "pressure valve" or release point for the built-up energy, indicating where you must focus to manage the unease. This high tension aspect focuses on Pluto. As the Sun (ego/identity) and Moon (emotions/needs) oppose each other; Pluto (transformation/power) acts as the apex planet, forcing intense shadow work and the need to transform, often creating "before and after" life turning points. With Pluto in the sign of Aquarius, transformation comes to the family of humans through shared wisdom, charity and group activities, and humanitarian efforts. Friends and colleagues become family members, as we bond together with shared interests and objectives. We have a need to unite, to share our common goals. With open arms we can accomplish more, and it’s way more fun;)

Venus, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune all have positive aspects with Pluto. Venus trines Pluto, helping us to love deeply, passionately, and wholeheartedly. Saturn sextiles Pluto reminding us we are capable of overcoming tremendous odds, and of enormous self-discipline and focus. Uranus trines Pluto adding an opportunity to be part of efforts that introduces a great deal of reform, most of which will be positive and constructive. And, with Neptune sextile Pluto, there are tremendous opportunities for spiritual rebirth and awakening, coming from an inner yearning and a natural propensity to seek deeper truths.

So on this special occasion, Pluto shares the spotlight, and transformation is at hand for all of our world. It is up to us to do our part, to seek peace and freedom for all of humanity. It begins with the self.

Judy Crescenzo

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