In this article, we will explore transits in astrology and explain how they work.  Astrology is a vast and complex system of divination that provides us with insights into our lives and the universe. One of the most significant aspects of astrology is transits, which refers to the movement of planets through the zodiac and their alignment with our natal charts. Understanding transits is an essential part of astrology, and it can help us navigate the ups and downs of life.

What are Transits?

In astrology, a transit occurs when a planet moves through a particular zodiac sign and forms an aspect with a planet in our natal chart. When a transit occurs, it brings with it a certain energy that can affect our lives in various ways. The effect of the transit depends on the planet’s energy, the zodiac signs it is transiting through, and the aspect it is forming with our natal planet.

The Importance of Transits

Transits are essential in astrology because they help us understand the current energy that is influencing us. Each planet has its own energy, and when it transits through a particular sign, it affects that sign’s energy. When a planet transits through a sign, it brings with it a particular energy that can influence us in various ways.

Transits can help us navigate our lives, make better decisions, and understand why we are experiencing certain emotions or situations. By knowing what transits are occurring, we can prepare ourselves for the energies that are coming our way and take advantage of them.

Different Types of Transits

There are several different types of transits, and each one has its own energy and influence. Here are the most common types of transits:

Conjunction

Conjunctions occur when two planets are in the same sign and degree of the zodiac. This aspect can intensify the energy of the planets involved and can bring about a sense of focus and direction and create new cycles. For example, if the transit involves the Sun and Mercury, it may be a time when communication and self-expression are highlighted.

Opposition

Oppositions occur when two planets are on opposite sides of the zodiac. This aspect can create tension and conflict, as the energies of the planets involved are at odds with each other. For example, if the transit involves Mars and Venus, it may be a time when there are challenges in relationships or a struggle between desires and actions.

• Aries opposes Libra
• Taurus opposes Scorpio
• Gemini opposes Sattiarius
• Cancer opposes Capricorn
• Leo opposes Aquarius
• Virgo opposes Pisces

Trine

Trines occur when two planets are 120 degrees apart or four signs apart from each other in the zodiac. Signs that trine each other are corresponding elements.  The Water signs that trine each other are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces.  This aspect can create a sense of harmony and flow, as the energies of the planets involved are working together in a supportive way. For example, if the transit involves Venus and Jupiter, it may be a time when there are opportunities for abundance and prosperity.

• Taurus trines Virgo
• Virgo trines Capricorn
• Capricorn trines Taurus
• Aries trines Leo trines Sagittarius
• Sagittarius trines Aries

Square

Squares occur when two planets are 90 degrees apart from each other or 3 signs apart from each other in the zodiac. This aspect can create a sense of tension and challenge, as the energies of the planets involved are in conflict with each other. For example, if the transit involves Saturn and Jupiter, it may be a time when there are limitations or setbacks in areas related to growth and expansion.

• Aries squares Cancer
• Cancer squares Libra
• Capricorn squares Aries
• Taurus squares Leo
• Leo squares Scorpio
• Scorpio squares Aquarius
• Aquarius squares Taurus

Sextile

Sextiles can create changes that are easy.  Sextiles occur when two planets are 60 degrees or two signs apart from each other in the zodiac. This aspect can create a sense of opportunity and growth, as the energies of the planets involved are working together in a harmonious way. For example, if the transit involves Mars and Uranus, it may be a time when there are opportunities for taking risks and exploring new possibilities.

• Aries sextiles Gemini
• Gemini sextiles Leo
• Leo sexiles Libra
• Libra sextiles Sagittarius
• Sagittarius sextiles Aquarius
• Aquarius sextiles Aries
• Taurus sexiles Cancer
• Cancer sextiles Virgo
• Virgo sexitiles Scorpio
• Scorpio sextiles Capricorn
• Capricorn sextiles Pisces

Semisextile

Semisextile is an astrological aspect that occurs when two planets are separated by 30 degrees, which is half of a sextile. It is considered a minor aspect and is thought to represent opportunities for growth and development.  For example, the Sun and Moon are in a semisextile aspect in a chart, this can suggest that the person may experience some inner conflicts between their emotional and rational selves

Here are the signs that semisextile each other:

• Aries and Taurus
• Taurus and Gemini
• Gemini and Cancer
• Cancer and Leo
• Leo and Virgo
• Virgo and Libra
• Libra and Scorpio
• Scorpio and Sagittarius
• Sagittarius and Capricorn
• Capricorn and Aquarius
• Aquarius and Pisces
• Pisces and Aries

Semisquare

This aspect occurs when two planets are 45 degrees apart from each other. It’s considered a minor aspect that can bring challenges and tension.   For example, if Venus and Mars are in a semisquare aspect this could suggest that the person may struggle with assertiveness and expressing their romantic feelings.

• Aries and Pisces
• Taurus and Aquarius
• Gemini and Pisces or Virgo
• Cancer and Aries or Leo
• Leo and Taurus or Scorpio
• Virgo and Gemini or Libra
• Libra and Cancer or Scorpio
• Scorpio and Leo or Sagittarius
• Sagittarius and Virgo or Capricorn
• Capricorn and Scorpio or Aquarius
• Aquarius and Taurus or Pisces
• Pisces and Aries or Libra

Sesquiquadrate

Sesquiquadrate is an astrological aspect that occurs when two planets are 135 degrees apart. It is considered a minor aspect and is thought to create a sense of tension or challenge between the planets involved.  An example of this aspect would be the Moon in Taurus forming a sesquiquadrate with Jupiter in Leo. This example of a sesquiquadrate can create conflict and an emotional need for security and stability (Taurus Moon) and a desire for attention and recognition (Jupiter in Leo).

• Aries and Cancer
• Taurus and Leo
• Gemini and Virgo
• Cancer and Libra
• Leo and Scorpio
• Virgo and Sagittarius
• Libra and Capricorn
• Scorpio and Aquarius
• Sagittarius and Pisces
• Capricorn and Aries
• Aquarius and Taurus
• Pisces and Gemini

Septile

A septile is an aspect between two planets that are 51.4 degrees apart from each other. This aspect is a minor aspect and is related to spirituality, consciousness, and a person’s inner psychological state, as well as creativity and inspiration. For example, if Saturn and Neptune are in a septile aspect in a chart, it can suggest that the person may have a deep desire to find meaning in life and may be drawn to spirituality.

Let’s say someone has their Moon (emotions) in a septile aspect to Neptune (imagination). For example if a person’s Moon septiles Neptune, the person is often highly imaginative, intuitive, and dreamy.

• Aries and Scorpio
• Taurus and Sagittarius
• Gemini and Capricorn
• Cancer and Aquarius
• Leo and Pisces
• Virgo and Aries (also Libra and Taurus, but this is a weaker aspect)
• Libra and Taurus (also Virgo and Aries, but this is a weaker aspect)
• Scorpio and Gemini
• Sagittarius and Cancer
• Capricorn and Leo
• Aquarius and Virgo
• Pisces and Libra

Quintile

A quintile is when two planets are 72 degrees apart from each other. It’s a minor aspect that can be creative and inspirational. For example, if Mercury and Venus quintile each other in a chart, the person may be a great writer, communicator, and creative.

• Aries and Virgo
• Taurus and Libra
• Gemini and Scorpio
• Cancer and Sagittarius
• Leo and Capricorn
• Virgo and Aries
• Libra and Taurus
• Scorpio and Gemini
• Sagittarius and Cancer
• Capricorn and Leo
• Aquarius and Pisces

Most important transits in Astrology Explained

Saturn Return

The Saturn return is a significant transit that occurs when Saturn returns to the same position it was in at the time of a person’s birth, which happens approximately every 29.5 years. This transit can be a time of reckoning and can bring about significant changes and challenges.

During the Saturn return, individuals may experience a sense of pressure or limitation in areas related to career, relationships, and personal growth. This transit can also be a time of increased responsibility and can be an opportunity for growth and development.

Uranus Opposition

The Uranus opposition is a transit that occurs when Uranus is opposite its position at the time of a person’s birth, which happens approximately every 42 years. This transit can bring about significant changes and upheaval and can be a time of rebellion

Chiron Return

The Chiron return is a significant astrological transit that occurs when Chiron returns to the same position it was in at the time of a person’s birth, typically around the age of 50. This transit can bring about significant healing and can be a time of reflection and self-discovery.

List of Difficult Transits

• Sun-Saturn
• Sun-Uranus (square/opposition)
• Sun-Neptune
• Moon-Mars
• Moon-Saturn
• Moon-Uranus
• Moon-Neptune
• Moon-Pluto
• Mercury-Neptune
• Venus-Neptune (square/opposition)
• Mars-Saturn
• Mars-Uranus
• Mars-Neptune
• Mars-Pluto
• Jupiter-Saturn (square/opposition)
• Saturn-Uranus
• Saturn-Neptune
• Saturn-Pluto
• Uranus-Neptune (square/opposition)

List of Easy Transits

• Sun-Moon
• Sun-Mercury
• Sun-Venus (all transits)
• Sun-Jupiter (all transits)
• Moon-Venus (all transits)
• Moon-Jupiter (all transits)
• Venus-Mars
• Venus-Jupiter (all transits)
• Mars-Jupiter

Make sure to check out the other articles on Astrology to learn more.