New Moon & Combust Stellium today 1/18/2026

We’ve got a New Moon today in Sidereal Capricorn, along with a stellium of planets, including the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Venus, and Pluto, that are all combust by the Sun.

The Moon is cazimi (within 1 degree, or within 17 arc minutes). The Moon has no light of its own and is technically dark at a New Moon. You may find emotional clarity and can set intentions during this time. The combust planets may be quieter, but their themes are still present.

Mercury: You may not see logic, communication is off * Mercury is regularly in combustion with the Sun, so don’t read too much into it. Mars: low energy. Venus: sudden market shifts, art and beauty affected. Pluto: old structures are destroyed, and truths revealed.

Also, keep in mind that this is all occurring in Sidereal Capricorn, which represents government, authority, and law. All planets in the stellium are in the Nakshatra Uttara Ashada. This Nakshatra likes to play the long game, much like Capricorn. It’s about strength, dedication, discipline, and not forcing things. What you start now endures.

In relationships, Uttara Ashada is loyalty and commitment. In day to day life, it’s resilience, dedication, and never giving up. On a positive note, it’s a good day to set intentions in the areas of life where you want longevity. Capricorn is endurance, sustainability, and things built to last.