New Supermoon in Taurus – May 16, 2026
Another Supermoon is here, and this one lands in the grounding sign of Taurus. Ruled by Venus, this lunation brings loving energy, both self-love and from the people around you. It's also the perfect time to plant seeds for your personal and financial success. Let's get into it.
The Taurus New Moon is an invitation to ground down and root into your life. Breathe deep, get still, and get honest about what you truly desire, especially when it comes to your finances and your relationships. Taurus energy is focused on survival and security, so setting intentions around these areas of your life will help you succeed in your desires.
The Sun and Mercury are also in Taurus, and they're conjunct Uranus, which has moved into Gemini. That combination means this New Moon isn't just grounding; it's also expansive. Expect new perceptions, open minds, and fresh inspiration from the world around you. In a way, this will feel like a breath of fresh air. The duality of Taurus's rootedness and Gemini's curiosity creates a rare window where tapping into your future potential feels almost effortless.
There's one more player worth noting: Algol. This blinking star has a bit of a bad reputation. It’s named after a demon, historically linked to challenges, struggles, and hardship. But paired with the New Moon's rejuvenating energy, Algol becomes something else entirely. It's an invitation to see what lives on the other side of fear.
Algol is closely tied to the myth of Medusa, whose story can be read as one of victimhood, or as empowerment after trauma. We prefer the latter. So as discomfort surfaces around this lunation, don't turn away from it. Ask what it's trying to show you. Ask how you can step into your strength when you finally face your fears.
At its core, this New Moon is about coming home to yourself. You are your own stability. You are your own security. When you trust yourself first and love yourself first, you become capable of surviving just about anything.
Expect significant turning points too, in your romantic relationships, your work, or both. Taurus energy may also spark the urge to create something new. Follow that impulse, because building a solid foundation for yourself doesn't have to be serious work. Have some fun with it.
Here’s Your New Moon in Taurus Horoscope
Aries: Your goals have felt a lot more real lately, and your plans are finally coming together. This New Moon is lighting up the security and money sector of your chart, so the seeds you plant right now are bound to grow steadily over time, if you’re intentional with them.
Taurus: Happy New Moon! This fresh start feels really rejuvenating for you. The intentions you set at the New Moon are deeply personal, and this year, you might notice that because Uranus is no longer in Taurus, you actually feel more grounded and more open-minded to change. This is a great time to redefine who you are!
Gemini: Life has been busy lately, but now it’s time to settle into a bit of a quiet period before your season starts soon. The New Moon is affecting your inner world, so it’s a great time to set intentions around your personal habits and who you intend to be moving forward.
Cancer: Your friendships are in sharp focus this New Moon. Set intentions around who you intentionally spend time with and how you’re spending time with each other. You may find yourself opening up to new friendships and relationships, too. Take a leap and say yes to a coffee date with a new potential pal!
Leo: Set intentions around your career and legacy. The Taurus New Moon is helping you feel super grounded around how you want to show up and your visibility in general. Don’t feel like you need to move quickly on any changes, though. For now, simply take your first step in the direction you want to go.
Virgo: Let yourself be a little indulgent! You work so hard, but now’s the time to infuse your work with a little pleasure and look at how you can expand outward. This isn’t a nose-to-the-grindstone kind of expansion, but rather one that feels good and inspires you.
Libra: Your shared resources and intimate relationships are in focus under the New Moon, and you’re set to enjoy the potential of deep emotional connections. You’ll also find that you love slowing down a bit around this New Moon. This delicious slowness can show up in how you manage your funds or connect with your partner: it’s intentional and focused, not rushed or pushy.
Scorpio: You’re finally building relationships from clarity now that Uranus has shifted, so the New Moon feels particularly fresh for you. Taurus’s steadiness may feel unusual, but you’ll soon realize that you can stop over-analyzing things. Mixed signals are fading, and you’ll be able to set intentions with a clear head and heart, and they’ll feel safe.
Sagittarius: It’s time to revisit your routines and see what you can change and shift that feels good. Maybe it’s a really satisfying morning routine or a rhythm in your workday that feels both new and productive. Where can you have fun in your daily habits and responsibilities? Set intentions around the answers to that question.
Capricorn: The romance, creativity, and pleasure part of your chart is in focus with this New Moon. So, it’s time to enjoy things more, whether it’s work or in your personal life. You might feel a little flirty and more creative. Shake things up a bit and try something new. Set intentions around the new experiences you want to have in the future.
Aquarius: Your focus during this New Moon is on your home. You’re likely to feel grounded and comforted by being home more than usual. You might also find yourself moving the furniture around or redecorating. Enjoy time with your loved ones, especially around the dinner table or in calmer moments.
Pisces: You may feel a combination of grounded and indulgent energy, and that’s ok! Your communication will feel far more intentional this weekend, and you might get a little flirty, too. Bring some spice into your relationship or flirt with that barista you keep running into at your favorite coffee shop. Set intentions around connections and alignment in your personal life.
Happy New Moon, witches!
Megan W