October 2026 Astrology Forecast
Monthly Planetary Transits & Predictions
October 2026 at a glance (IST): exact Full Moon Mon 26 Oct (9:41 AM); exact New Moon Sat 10 Oct (9:20 PM). The Sun moves from Kanya into Tula on Sat 17 Oct. Jupiter is in Karka, Saturn in Meena, Rahu in Kumbha and Ketu in Simha. There is no eclipse this month.
Key Planetary Transits in October 2026
Major events: Venus turns retrograde in Tula (3 Oct), Mercury turns retrograde in Tula (24 Oct), Jupiter enters Simha (31 Oct).
Important Dates (IST, sidereal/Lahiri)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Sat 3 Oct | Venus turns retrograde in Tula |
| Sat 10 Oct | New Moon at 9:20 PM — end of the Amavasya tithi |
| Sat 17 Oct | Sun enters Tula — Tula Sankranti |
| Sat 24 Oct | Mercury turns retrograde in Tula |
| Mon 26 Oct | Full Moon at 9:41 AM — end of the Purnima tithi |
| Sat 31 Oct | Jupiter enters Simha |
Mid-month positions: Sun in Kanya, Mercury in Tula, Venus in Tula, Mars in Karka, Jupiter in Karka, Saturn in Meena (retrograde), Rahu in Kumbha, Ketu in Simha. Times are for New Delhi; ingress dates of slow planets can differ by a day between panchangs. Purnima and Amavasya are observed by the tithi at sunrise, so the vrat or snan day can be the day before the exact Full or New Moon — see the Purnima calendar and Amavasya calendar for observance dates.
General Predictions for October 2026
Mercury is retrograde for part of the month: a time to revise, re-check documents and finish pending work rather than sign new contracts; decisions move more easily once it turns direct. Venus is retrograde for part of the month: relationships, money spent on comfort and luxury purchases are better reviewed than started afresh. Mars is debilitated in Karka: energy can turn into irritation, so pace yourself and avoid quarrels at home. Jupiter is exalted in Karka, supporting learning, family life and ethical decisions for most signs. Mars and Jupiter share Karka: the classical Guru–Mangal combination, energy joined to judgement. Saturn in Meena keeps Sade Sati running for Kumbha, Meena and Mesha Moon signs, and the dhaiya (small panoti) for Simha and Dhanu.
October 2026 by Moon Sign (Rashi)
Read from your Moon sign: the house Jupiter occupies from it this month. Jupiter changes sign on Sat 31 Oct; the table uses its position for most of the month.
| Rashi | Jupiter in house | Area that activates |
|---|---|---|
| Mesha | 4th | Home, property, vehicles, mother |
| Vrishabha | 3rd | Effort, siblings, short travel, communication |
| Mithuna | 2nd | Family, savings, speech — a favourable Jupiter |
| Karka | 1st | Self, health, confidence, new direction |
| Simha | 12th | Expenses, travel abroad, spiritual practice |
| Kanya | 11th | Gains, income, friends, wishes fulfilled — a favourable Jupiter |
| Tula | 10th | Career, status, responsibilities |
| Vrishchika | 9th | Fortune, father, teachers, pilgrimage — a favourable Jupiter |
| Dhanu | 8th | Research, hidden matters, in-laws; caution with health and money |
| Makara | 7th | Marriage, partnership, business deals — a favourable Jupiter |
| Kumbha | 6th | Work routine, competition, loans, health habits |
| Meena | 5th | Children, studies, creativity, investments — a favourable Jupiter |
The full effect depends on your ascendant and running dasha; this table is the general Moon-sign picture.
Remedies for October 2026
- For Jupiter in Karka: recite Om Gram Greem Groum Sah Gurave Namah on Thursdays and offer milk, rice or white sweets at a temple.
- For Saturn (Sade Sati or dhaiya): recite the Hanuman Chalisa on Saturdays and light a mustard-oil lamp under a peepal tree.
- On Purnima and Amavasya: charity, a holy bath and, on Amavasya, offerings for the ancestors.
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Frequently asked questions
When are Amavasya and Purnima in October 2026?
The exact New Moon is on Saturday 10 October at 9:20 PM IST (Sarva Pitru Amavasya) and the exact Full Moon on Monday 26 October at 9:41 AM IST. Sharad Purnima is observed on the night of Sunday 25 October, when the Purnima tithi is running at moonrise.
Is Mercury retrograde in October 2026?
Yes. Mercury turns retrograde in Tula on Saturday 24 October 2026 and turns direct on 13 November. Venus is also retrograde in Tula from 3 October. Review and revise rather than sign new contracts while both are retrograde.
When does Jupiter enter Leo?
Jupiter leaves exalted Karka and enters Simha (Leo) on Saturday 31 October 2026. It turns retrograde on 13 December and slips back into Karka on 25 January 2027 before returning to Leo on 26 June 2027.
Which festivals fall in October 2026?
Sarva Pitru Amavasya (10 Oct), the start of Sharad Navratri (11 Oct), Durga Ashtami (19 Oct), Dussehra (20 Oct), Sharad Purnima (25 Oct) and Karwa Chauth (29 Oct).
Who has Sade Sati in October 2026?
With Saturn retrograde in Meena, Sade Sati runs for Kumbha, Meena and Mesha Moon signs, and the dhaiya (small panoti) for Simha and Dhanu. Check yours with the free Sade Sati calculator.
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Festivals in October 2026
- Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026 — Sat 10 Oct
- Navratri 2026 Worldwide — Sun 11 Oct
- Sharad Navratri 2026 — Sun 11 Oct
- Durga Ashtami 2026 — Mon 19 Oct
- Dussehra — Tue 20 Oct
- Sharad Purnima 2026 — Sun 25 Oct
- Karwa Chauth 2026 — Thu 29 Oct
- Karwa Chauth 2026 Moonrise Time by City — Thu 29 Oct