Mundane Weekly Astrological Climate - Week of May 12 to 18, 2025

Introduction

You can check the mundane aspects for each day and any moment with the Transits application, in the single chart mode, by unchecking the aspects to angles in the form. Positions and aspects are calculated from noon on Monday to noon on Sunday (UT).

The orb for the global aspects of the ten planets has been set at three degrees. Concerning the North Node and Lilith, the true, not mean, position is used.

You can also consult the previous weeks of this new article series.

This is by no means a horoscope: this analysis falls under mundane astrology and highlights the influence of the planets on a collective level.

This week, from Monday, May 12 to Sunday, May 18, 2025, presents a dynamic astrological atmosphere, balancing stability and innovation, and inviting everyone to navigate skillfully between caution and boldness.

Long-Term Trends

• Retrograde Pluto, from 3°48'Я to 3°46'Я Aquarius, deepens a profound questioning of collective values, strongly marked by major societal and technological transformations.
• Neptune, from 1°26' to 1°35' Aries, continues to spark a desire for new ventures and bold initiatives, boosting overall optimism but also increasing the risk of idealistic illusions.
• Uranus, from 26°59' to 27°20' Taurus, keeps steadily reshaping economic and environmental structures, with a distinct emphasis on practical innovation.
• Saturn, from 28°57' to 29°28' Pisces, heightens the need for order and spiritual wisdom, soon concluding its journey through Pisces with a call to learn from past experiences.
• Chiron, from 24°43' to 25°02' Aries, encourages each of us to confront personal wounds through courageous and liberating action.
• The retrograde North Node, from 26°00'Я to 25°06'Я Pisces, emphasizes the need to let go of outdated patterns and cultivate a more intuitive, spiritually attuned perspective.

Medium-Term Trends

• Jupiter, from 23°44' to 25°01' Gemini, supports intellectual and communicative growth, fostering fruitful learning and exchange.
• Mars, from 11°04' to 14°03' Leo, energizes creative drive and personal willpower, though it may also heighten ego-driven conflicts.
• Lilith, from 6°19' to 26°58' Scorpio, moves through an emotionally intense phase, exposing hidden truths, especially in relational and intimate realms.

Fleeting Climate – Daily Atmosphere

• The Sun, from 22°01' to 27°48' Taurus, sets the tone for a week focused on tangible matters, material security, and sensual well-being.
• Mercury, from 3°25' to 14°29' Taurus, supports practical thinking—at times a bit stubborn—making it ideal for managing financial or material affairs.
• Venus, from 7°52' to 12°42' Aries, encourages a spontaneous and passionate approach to love, with a tendency toward impulsive infatuations.
• The Moon travels from Scorpio to Aquarius, passing through Sagittarius and Capricorn, shifting moods from depth to optimism, then toward pragmatic seriousness and, finally, openness to innovation.

Major Planetary Aspects of the Week

This week's planetary aspects shape the global context, influencing politics, the economy, and societal trends. Aspects involving the Moon are not considered here due to their brevity, making them too fleeting for a weekly analysis.

The same applies to the North Node, Lilith, and Chiron, whose influence through aspects has yet to be clearly and reliably demonstrated.

Short-Term Influences

These aspects involve fast-moving planets and specifically influence this week.

• Mercury (Taurus) square Mars (Leo) generates intellectual tension and a risk of overly impulsive words. Caution is advised in communication.
• Mercury (Taurus) square Pluto (Aquarius) may trigger power struggles in dialogue, bringing hidden information to light.
• Venus (Aries) trine Mars (Leo) harmoniously enhances attraction, charm, and bold romantic initiatives.
• Venus (Aries) sextile Pluto (Aquarius) favors a passionate deepening of relationships and meaningful encounters.
• The Sun (Taurus) sextile Saturn (Pisces) stabilizes energy and supports the realization of long-term projects.
• The Sun (Taurus) conjunct Uranus (Taurus) brings sudden surprises and innovations, encouraging the seizing of unexpected opportunities.
• The Sun (Taurus) sextile Neptune (Aries) boosts creativity and strengthens empathy—an ideal aspect for artistic or spiritual pursuits.

Long-Term Influences

These aspects involve only the slow-moving planets and reflect deeper transformations that go far beyond the scope of this single week.

• Saturn (Pisces) sextile Uranus (Taurus) strikes a balance between tradition and innovation, allowing for constructive progress.
• Saturn (Pisces) conjunct Neptune (Aries) requires that dreams be structured to avoid disillusionment.
• Neptune (Aries) sextile Pluto (Aquarius) supports a harmonious societal transformation, encouraging everyone to take part in the collective renewal.

Conclusion

The week from Monday, May 12 to Sunday, May 18, 2025, presents a rich astrological landscape, where Taurus pragmatism meets the boldness of Aries and Leo. Striking a balance between caution and spontaneity will be key to making the most of it.