Astrology of 2022: Yearly Overview
So what does 2022 have in store for us? Let’s have a closer look at Astrology of 2022 to get a better understanding of what’s coming up.
This year is starting off with a positive New Moon in Capricorn speaking in supreme harmony with the planet of change, rebellion and breakthroughs Uranus. That sets the tone for the entire year.
There will be 9 planets going retro this year. This is above average. We are starting off the New Year with Venus in retrograde in Capricorn and finishing it off with Mars going retro in Gemini.
One thing is for sure, we’ll have plenty of opportunities to slow down, revise, and ultimately re-structure anything and everything that’s no longer serving your highest good this year.
Numerology Insights
2022 in numerology is a ‘6’ universal year. Traditionally, 6 is the number of beauty, harmony, love and relationships. However, this doesn’t mean that we will be automatically granted blessings in these areas.
It just sets the tone for the entire year and signifies that’s what we are all striving for.
Number 6 is very much associated with the heart chakra and the planet of love and abundance, Venus.
Venus is taking the cosmic centre stage in 2022 as it is also becoming the ruler of the North Node of destiny in Taurus.
Without a doubt, this is the year of major decisions when it comes to love, relationships and financial matters.
Let’s look at the number of this year – it is 2022. The number 2 is all about other people and relationships. It is always seeking cooperation and community. It is associated with the Moon.
So the combination of numbers 6 and 2 really gives off self-nurturing and harmony-seeking vibes.
It is exactly what the world needs right now after the past couple of years of major trials and tribulations. We need more love, healing and cooperation. Thankfully, the Universe is supporting us with these intentions.
This year can also see a significant boom in pregnancies and marriages.
Key Dates for Yearly Horoscope 2022:
December 19, 2021-January 29, 2022 – Venus retrograde in Capricorn ( Related article: Venus Retrograde Season 2021- 2022)
Highlight of this retro season is the Venus – Pluto dance.
During its retrograde in Capricorn, Venus will have two meetings with transformative Pluto (she will have three conjunctions on her journey through Capricorn, first one happening on December 10 before she goes retro on December 19). This is a big deal. This retro season is setting the tone for the whole year ahead and will certainly have some major impact on our finances and partnerships of all kinds.
Mercury Retrogrades
January 14-February 3, 2022 – Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius and Capricorn (Related article: First Mercury Retrograde of 2022 Explained)
Important: after Mercury stations direct on February 2 all planets will be direct until April 29. This is the green light from the Universe. We will all feel a major sense of relief as the roadblocks and obstacles are finally being removed. Use this window of opportunity wisely!
May 10-June 2 – Mercury retrograde in Gemini and Taurus
September 9-October 2– Mercury retrograde in Libra and Virgo
December 29-January 18, 2023 – Mercury retrograde in Capricorn
Jupiter Moves
December 28, 2021-May 10, 2022 – Jupiter in Pisces. Much anticipated ingression! ( Related article: Jupiter in Pisces Transit: Abundant Blessings or Collective Insanity?)
Jupiter ingression in the sign of its rulership is a big deal. The greater benefic is at home in Pisces and is ushering in generous blessings as well as a great deal of confusion… One thing is for sure, we can all feel a major relief now that Jupiter is finally breaking free from Saturn.
We had Saturn co-present with Jupiter throughout Capricorn and then Aquarius. It’s been quite a while since Jupiter has been free of Saturn, holding it down, restraining and controlling its expansive nature.
April 12 – Jupiter conjuncts Neptune in Pisces – one of the major highlights of 2022
This conjunction is one of the most prominent planetary alignments of 2022.
It is a major activation of Piscean energy on the collective level. It will be very watery for sure. This conjunction is bringing us some much needed emotional release and catharsis after the collective trauma we’ve endured over the past couple of years.
May 10-October 28 – Jupiter in Aries
October 28-December 20 – Jupiter retrograde re-enters Pisces
Eclipse Seasons
Lunar Nodes shifted into Taurus – Scorpio on January 18, 2022. It is a new Taurus – Scorpio chapter in the Eclipse story.
The Nodes of the Moon are not actual planets or asteroids. They are points in the Sky that are mathematically calculated. Their influence on our lives is extremely karmic in nature.
The Taurus – Scorpio axis will highlight financial, relationship and self-worth matters (Taurus/ Venus) and the need to release the toxic past (Scorpio/ Pluto).
Related article: Lunar Nodes in Taurus and Scorpio 2022 – 2023: The Great Cosmic Reset
April/May 2022
April 30 – Solar eclipse in Taurus
May 15 – Lunar eclipse in Scorpio
October/ November 2022
October 25 – Solar eclipse in Scorpio
November 8 – Lunar eclipse in Taurus
Other Major Transits of 2022
September 17-October 24 – Saturn squares Uranus
This notorious square between taskmaster Saturn and game-changer Uranus was an ongoing theme of 2021. Reminder: it was exact on February 17, June 14, and December 24 of 2021. It represented an on-going push-pull between the status quo and the desire for big social changes and rebellion.
This theme continues well into 2022. This intense square will be activated by Mars on few occasions, as well as Eclipses in fixed signs of Taurus and Scorpio throughout the year, which only adds fuel to the fire.
This is a very turbulent, fiery and aggressive energy. It can lead to some major social conflicts and increase in government controls. It can even lead to international conflicts, especially around the time of the Eclipses.
October 30-January 12, 2023 – Mars retrograde in Gemini
Astrological Themes through the Elements for 2022
- Fire Element: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius
With Jupiter entering cardinal fire sign of Aries on May 10, 2022 you are given a green light by the Universe to pursue your wildest dreams to date.
Freedom of self-expression and fired up ambitions will get you far this year and beyond. Courage, transparency, and creativity are your superpowers.
- Earth Element: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
With the North Node of destiny in fixed earth sign of Taurus your personal financial security is number one priority this year.
Accumulation of material resources and wealth is essential to stay grounded. It will elevate the levels of your self-worth to the next level. Self-nurturing, reliability and resourcefulness are your superpowers.
- •Air: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius
All Mercury retrogrades will be kicking off in air signs this year (unusually they will be finishing off in earth signs). Slowing down and savouring the moment is one of the main themes for you this year.
Saturn in Aquarius continues to support your endeavors when it comes to building solid foundation of your life. Slow but steady progress, focusing on the long haul are your superpowers.
- •Water: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces
With Jupiter in Pisces first half of the year (till May 10th) you are in luck dear water signs! The greater benefic will be ushering in blessed new beginnings in various areas of your life.
Midas touch, magnetic aura, limitless creativity are your superpowers.
Check where this transit falls in your Birth Chart. The house and any personal planets activated by this transit will play a significant role in your personal and professional life.
Use this free Birth Chart calculator to create your Natal Chart in case you haven’t had a chance to get it yet.
N.B.: Remember that it’s ideal to have your EXACT time of birth on hand. Use 12 p.m. noon if you have no way to get this information. The best option, of course, is to get a personal reading with a professional astrologer who can provide birth-time rectification. Birth time and birthplace are crucial pieces of information for your Natal Chart, as they determine the unique position of the houses and planets that can help you understand transits and their impact on your personal journey.
