November 2025 Vedic Astrology Guide: It's All About Scorpio (almost!)
Retrogrades, revelations, and a whole lot of Scorpio depth...ready to dive into it with me?
November’s planetary movements are dialed in for reflection and transformation.
Mercury stations retrograde in Scorpio, Sun and Venus find their way from Libra into Scorpio to join Mars. Jupiter takes a short but meaningful dip into Cancer before reversing course and returning to Gemini. The planetary movements this month ask us to revisit, reconsider, and recalibrate, as retrogrades, planetary wars, and outer planet oppositions stir the deep waters beneath Scorpio’s surface.
Let’s see how the planetary flow for November unfolds:
November 2025 Key Transits at a Glance
Nov 2 – Venus → Libra (own sign)
Nov 4 – Mars opposite Uranus (exact)
Nov 5 – 🌕 Full Moon in Aries/Bharani
Nov 9 – Mercury Retrograde begins
Nov 11 –13 Mercury-Mars Graha Yuddha
Nov 11 – Jupiter stations retrograde in Cancer
Nov 15 – Sun → Scorpio
Nov 18-22 - Mercury Combust Sun
Nov 18-19 – Mercury opposite Uranus (exact, retrograde)
Nov 18-22 – Mercury (retro) combust Sun
Nov 21 – Sun opposite Uranus (exact)
Nov 23 – Mercury → Libra (retrograde)
Nov 24-25 – Venus-Mercury Graha Yuddha (Mercury retrograde)
Nov 25 – Venus → Scorpio
Nov 27– Saturn stations direct
Nov 29 – Mercury Direct in Libra
Nov 30 – 🌑 New Moon in Scorpio/Anuradha
All month – Jupiter aspects planets transiting Scorpio
The Sun Faces the Cosmic Storm: Uranus, Power, and Inner Revolt
Through November 15: Sun in Libra
The Sun continues its annual transit through Libra, its debilitation sign, but with meaningful support once Venus enters Libra on November 2. Leadership, vitality and confidence associated with the Sun are regained once Venus arrives.
November 15: Sun enters Scorpio
The Sun descends into the depths of Scorpio’s mysterious waters and transit there through mid-December. The kingly planet prefers clarity and illumination, and struggles with darker side of Scorpio’s tendency toward secrecy and psychological intensity. Although Sun is strengthened by Mars’s presence in Scorpio throughout the month long transit transit.
Sun opposite Uranus
Sun, the signficator of confidence and authority finds itself facing off with rebellious and freedom loving Uranus.The opposition lasts for four weeks, but is exact on November 21st and the week preceding this date may significantly impact our perceptions of leadership, personal expression, and the roles we assume within society. Uranus doesn’t bow to kings or titles or tradition…it disrupts them. The result? A clash between the need for stability and the pull toward radical self-reinvention. This is not the time to resist change, but to lean into it consciously.
Mercury: Planetary Wars and Retrograde Descent into Shadow Work
November 9: Mercury Stations Retrograde in Scorpio
Mercury stations retrograde while in Scorpio. It is time for an intense period of self-reflection; to reveal our hidden motivations, thoughts and communication. This is an excellent period for work with a therapist or on your own with tarot, astrology or divination, journaling into difficult emotions, to explore what’s been deliberately hidden. For Gemini and Virgo rising, this retrograde period directly involves your chart ruler, so pay extra attention to communication clarity and consider signing important agreements once Mercury is direct November 29, if possible. More on this in your rising sign forecast below!
November 11-13: Planetary War–Mercury (retrograde) vs. Mars
The planetary war (graha yuddha) between Mercury and Mars heats up as both planets share celestial space in Scorpio. During this planetary conflict, Mercury is retrograde, and the battle results in difficulties for both planets. However, Mars, being powerful in its own sign, causes more harm to Mercury than vice versa.
This is not an ideal time for ultimatums, contract negotiations, or emotionally difficult conversations unless necessary. Aries, Scorpio, Gemini, and Virgo rising friends, this planetary war directly engages your chart ruler…proceed with mindful communication and emotional restraint. Heated disagreements and blurting things out impulsively might later be regretted.
November 9-23: Mercury Opposes Uranus
Mercury’s opposition to Uranus can brings flashes of insight, creative genius, unexpected information, or surprising news. November 18-19 — Mercury is exactly opposite Uranus (and combust the Sun). Stay alert for updates regarding an agreement you believed was finalized but now needs further review. Uranus operates through disruption, nudging us toward evolution whether we’re ready or not. Mercury’s rational and analytical thinking may become scattered and this can lead to overlooking important details during this time. Mercury retrograde in Scorpio already leans toward miscommunication and Uranus the additional quality of unpredictability.
November 18–22: Mercury Combust the Sun (Retrograde)
As Mercury continues its retrograde in Scorpio, it enters close proximity to the Sun which creates a combustion period from November 18–22. Mercury disappears under the beams of the Sun. This short window intensifies the internal nature of Mercury’s work: thoughts turn inward and clarity is harder to grasp. Because this combustion peaks just days before the Scorpio New Moon, it adds to the sense of mental fog, emotional overwhelm, and the need to pause rather than push. Communications may feel scorched. Be patient. Wait for the reset. What’s hidden will slowly emerge a few days after the dark moon has passed.
November 23: Mercury Retrograde → Libra
Mercury shifts backward into Libra, taking the focus from Scorpio’s depths back to matters of partnership and balance Mercury regains some diplomacy and strength in Libra but it is short-lived, so mark your calendars! This is a good time to revisit conversations or agreements from earlier in the month with fresh perspective. Clarity emerges as Mercury prepares to station direct near month end.
November 24-25: Graha Yuddha–Venus vs. Mercury (Mercury Retrograde)
Mercury runs headlong into another planetary war just as Venus prepares to depart Libra. Again, both planets suffer loss of strength due to the war, although Venus is strong in its own sign. Miscommunications in relationships, difficulty articulating what you need from partners, or unexpected tension in communications about relationships and values can emerge.
This planetary war lasts only two days, although it is a disruption to an otherwise positive transit of Venus through its own sign, Libra.
November 29 – Mercury Stations Direct in Libra
Mercury finally stations direct in Libra, bringing mental clarity and forward momentum to communication and partnerships. The fog lifts: decisions that felt murky become clearer. This marks a turning point—you’re ready to move forward with new understanding about what you truly need from relationships and how to express yourself authentically.
Venus: Magnetism in Motion from Libra to Scorpio
November 2-24 – Venus in Libra
Venus makes its annual move through its own sign Libra on November 2, finally regaining full strength after October’s debilitation and opposition to Saturn in Virgo. In Libra, Venus shines in partnership, diplomacy, artistic expression, and the ability to attract desired outcomes. This is an excellent window for relationship healing, but remember Mercury is compromised this month, so choose your timing and words wisely. Utilize this transit period to clarify your values around relationships and finances.
November 25 – Venus enters Scorpio
Venus moves into Scorpio with Mars and Sun. Venus’s natural expression becomes a bit more intense, possessive, and psychologically complex. Relationships can be passionate but also can lean toward the shadow side of controlling or obsessive. Venus in Scorpio can be very transformative, especially regarding personal values related to our relationship with beauty, diplomacy and romance.
Mars: Sensitive Warrior at Home, In Opposition to Chaos
November: Mars in Scorpio
Comfortable at home in Scorpio, Mars hosts Mercury, Venus and Sun throughout November. Mars becomes especially resourceful and emotionally potent, capable of driving deep transformation during this Scorpio transit. However, the Uranus opposition keeps Mars from settling too comfortably into the watery, mysterious depths of Scorpio.
November: Mars opposite Uranus (Whole House Aspects)
Mars moves through in Scorpio throughout November, maintaining its opposition to retrograde Uranus in Taurus via whole sign aspects. This opposition creates a persistent undercurrent of tension, volatility, and the potential for sudden breakthroughs or breakdowns throughout the month. A few days before and after the exact opposition on November 4, and especially around the full Moon on November 5-6 when Moon is conjoined Uranus and opposite Mars–expect the unexpected! This is NOT the day to get into any kind of altercation.
Jupiter: Brief Exaltation, Retrograde & Return to Gemini
Jupiter, already in Cancer as of late October, aspects all planets transiting Scorpio throughout November. Jupiter’s wise, expansive gaze lends grace to intense planetary transits through Scorpio this month. Jupiter can offer perspective and wisdom supporting transformation that ultimately serves our higher good. While Jupiter cannot totally eliminate the intensity of the planetary wars, the many Uranus oppositions, it can help us see the larger spiritual purpose in what’s unfolding.
November – Jupiter aspects Water Signs
From Cancer Jupiter casts his wise gaze to the remaining water signs, Scorpio and Pisces. These two houses are “loaded” in November, with Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars all moving into and through Scorpio in November, plus Saturn and Neptune are in Pisces. This benevolent but short-term aspect upon Saturn and Neptune in Pisces creates a harmonious marriage of wisdom and restraint. Jupiter’s expansive grace tempers Saturn’s austere lessons and can elevate Neptune’s subtle perceptions into genuine spiritual wisdom and work together to transform suffering into wisdom aligned with higher dharmic purpose.
November 11 – Jupiter Stations Retrograde in Cancer
Jupiter takes a turn, stationing retrograde in Cancer on November 11. Consider this brief period the first 11 days of the month while Jupiter is direct in Cancer as a preview of the longer Jupiter in Cancer transit that begins June 2026. Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces rising enjoy this boost the first few weeks of November! Jupiter remains retrograde in Cancer through December 4 and then returns to Gemini.
Saturn & Neptune: The Long Dissolve Continues
Saturn retrograde in Purva Bhadrapada / Neptune retrograde in Uttara Bhadrapada
Both Saturn and Neptune remain retrograde throughout most of November, continuing their work of dissolving illusions and demanding clarity between what’s real and what’s imagined. The boundary between spiritual idealism and practical reality remains porous and potentially difficult to navigate, especially for Capricorn and Aquarius rising.
Uranus-Pluto: Deep Transformation Locked in Place
The Uranus-Pluto trine continues its slow burn throughout November. Both planets hovering around 4-7 degrees of their respective signs. Although Pluto stationed direct in October and is ready to get on with it! This influence from this planetary duo creates a fluid channel for deep, structural transformation. The opposition from Mars to Uranus channels energy to the Uranus-Pluto trine, fueling the bigger picture transformational work that Uranus and Pluto are working on behind the scenes. Pay attention to which houses Capricorn and Taurus represent in your chart—this is where deep, long-term restructuring is happening beneath the surface.
November’s retrograde planets and oppositions strip us down to essentials. Let the inner work come first.
Rising Sign Highlights for November
♈️ Aries Rising
Mars, your chart ruler, opposes rebellious Uranus all month, with the exact clash on November 4. This aspect stirs up potential changes in finances—both personal and shared—and may surface unexpected opportunities for deep transformation. The volatility can feel destabilizing, but it’s designed to clear away what’s no longer sustainable in your financial landscape. Let go of control where you can’t force outcomes; clarity comes from what survives the shake-up.
♉️ Taurus Rising
Uranus retrograde in your first house opposes Mars in your 7th throughout November, generating tension in close personal or business relationships. The energy can be intense, especially the first week of the month. This opposition can disrupt sleep or bringing vivid dreams. Your chart ruler Venus enters Libra on November 2, finally offering some ease and support, especially in your daily routines, health, and work environment. After last month’s pressure from Venus in Virgo and the Saturn opposition, this is a welcome shift into Venus’s own sign.
♊️ Gemini Rising
Mercury, your chart ruler, stations retrograde on November 9 in your 6th house of health, work, and daily rhythms. This is a time to revisit, not rush, especially when it comes to how you manage your time, your well-being, and your daily to-do list. The intense Mercury–Mars planetary war from November 11–13 can stir up tension at work, in friendships, or online. Choose your words carefully. Mercury’s opposition to Uranus on November 18–19 may bring a jolt of insight around your true community and your long term goals. Mercury stations direct in Libra on the 29th, bringing clarity and a more balanced perspective.
♋️ Cancer Rising
Expansive Jupiter graces your 1st house in early November, bringing a lift in optimism, purpose, and inner confidence. But by November 11, Jupiter stations retrograde, turning the light inward and asking you to reflect on recent spiritual or personal growth. This is a preview window: Jupiter stays in Cancer only through December 4, but it gives you a glimpse of what’s ahead. Jupiter returns to Cancer for almost a year in June 2026. Make note of what feels aligned since those themes will come back around in bigger ways next June.
♌️ Leo Rising
The Sun, your chart ruler, begins the month in Libra, supported by Venus, offering a touch of grace and confidence in communication. But when the Sun moves into Scorpio on November 15, your natural radiance may dim slightly as focus shifts to deeper themes around finances, stability, and emotional security. The exact opposition to Uranus on November 21 can bring flashes of insight and potentially sudden shifts in career. This can als0 bring up questions around identity, purpose, and how to lead without clinging to outdated forms. Stay steady. What shakes loose may be exactly what needs to be released.
♍️ Virgo Rising
Mercury, your chart ruler, stations retrograde in Scorpio on November 9, and of all the rising signs, you may feel it most. Especially around written communications. November 11–13 during the Mercury–Mars planetary war, be aware of the impulse to say whatever is on your mind. Next, Mercury’s opposition to Uranus on November 18–19 adds more intensity and the potential for unexpected changes in plans, or travel. If things feel too chaotic, step back rather than react. Mercury retrogrades back into Libra on November 23 and finally stations direct on the 29th. A clearer head and a smoother path will dominate for the next week.
♎️ Libra Rising
On November 2, Venus, your chart ruler, finally returns to its aum-home sign Libra. Your natural charisma, grace, and confidence is restored through the 24th. Use this once a year transit through Libra to clarify how you want to show up in the world. A brief Venus–Mercury planetary war November 24–25 can create some issues with higher learning or your spiritual path. Once Venus enters Scorpio on the 25th, your focus will shift inward to your personal values, family and material security.
♏️ Scorpio Rising
Mercury is weaving back and forth with your chart ruler Mars most of the month with Mars strong in its own sign. Their planetary war (Nov 11–13) pulls both inner and outer tensions into sharp focus. Mercury as 8th and 11th lord, can stir up questions around friendships, social networks, and income. Mars is also opposite Uranus all month, pushing you to break free from outdated relationship dynamics and to embrace your natural independent spirit. Adaptability is key for November: stay grounded as the terrain shifts beneath your feet.
♐️ Sagittarius Rising
Jupiter, your chart ruler, spends a brief time exalted in Cancer (your 8th house) before stationing retrograde on November 11 and eventually returning to Gemini until June 2026. This short preview highlights themes of transformation, and how you think about shared resources from romantic or business partnerships. Venus moves into Libra on November 2, bringing harmony and connection to your 11th house of friendships and community through the 24th.
♑️ Capricorn Rising
Saturn, your chart ruler, slows down as it continues its retrograde march through your 2nd house, stationing direct on November 27. This marks a shift in how you approach communication, commitments, and personal goals—slow progress begins to solidify, especially around writing, speaking. Venus enters Libra on November 2, offering support and visibility for your career and public reputation through the 24th. Let that grace offset the pressure from any tension felt due to Mercury retrograde and the Mars-Mercury planetary war.
♒️ Aquarius Rising
Saturn, your chart ruler, continues its retrograde pace back through your 2nd house until stationing direct later this month. Expect a slow but steady reevaluation of finances, values, and what truly nourishes and sustains you both materially and physically. Mars gains directional strength at the top of your chart within your career zone throughout November, offering strength in leadership and strategic decision making. Especially if you can effectively channel the volatility of the Mars opposition to Uranus. Avoid reacting impulsively and use disruption to your advantage.
♓️ Pisces Rising
Jupiter briefly dips into exalted Cancer in your 5th house, then stations retrograde on November 11. This short window offers a glimpse into future creative expansion, children-related matters, or simply a deeper connection to your inner joy and spiritual intelligence. Pay attention to what inspires you early in the month this is a preview of Jupiter’s long term influence that begins June 2026 for almost a year. As Jupiter reverses course back into Gemini in early December, focus shifts from creative self-expression to emotional grounding and stability in your home space. The coming months invite you to nurture your foundations so that when Jupiter returns to Cancer in 2026, your creative and spiritual growth can take root in something lasting.
I like how you are breaking things up in the monthly overview by major planetary transits. Many thanks! I reference these posts throughout the month.