New Moon in ♒ Aquarius (Feb 2026): Intentions, Rituals, and What It Means for Your Sign

New Moon in ♒ Aquarius (Feb 2026): how to set intentions that actually stick

The New Moon is a monthly reset. In ♒ Aquarius, the reset is future-focused. Think: your goals, your people, your online life, and the communities you want to build.

If you want to know exactly where this New Moon lands in your chart (and what it’s activating), visit starsigns.ai to generate your birth chart and get fully personalized chart and transit readings.

What a New Moon in ♒ Aquarius is really about

♒ Aquarius energy is clear, curious, and change-friendly. It helps you step back from emotional noise and ask one simple question:

“What kind of life am I building next?”

Themes to work with:

• Friendships and community (who you grow with)
• Future plans (the long game)
• Tech and habits (what you plug into daily)
• Freedom and boundaries (space to be yourself)
• Cause-driven living (values in action)

Want a deeper look at Aquarius-era changes? Read: Are we in the Age of Aquarius?

Simple intention prompts (copy + paste)

Keep intentions short and real. Aquarius likes clarity.

Try these:

• “I commit to friendships that are mutual, honest, and supportive.”
• “I release the need to fit in, and I choose people who let me be me.”
• “I build a future plan that matches my values, not my fears.”
• “I use technology with intention, not impulse.”
• “I’m ready to join (or create) a community where I can contribute.”

Tip: write 1–3 intentions, not 10. Then choose one small weekly action that supports them.

New Moon ritual (10 minutes, no tools required)

This is a low-pressure ritual you can do the night of the New Moon or within the next 48 hours.

1. Clear your space (2 minutes). Toss trash. Close tabs. Silence notifications.
2. Write your “future headline.” Example: “By May, I’m collaborating with people who inspire me.”
3. Pick one community action.
   • Join a group
   • Text a friend first
   • Update your portfolio/LinkedIn
   • Start a weekly study or wellness routine
4. Seal it with a sentence: “I choose progress over perfection.”

If you love working with lunar cycles, pair this with: Setting intentions with the Moon phases

What it means for each sign (quick guide)

Read your ☉ Sun sign and your ♍ Rising sign if you know it.

• ♈ Aries: refresh your friend circle and long-term goals. One bold collaboration can open a door.
• ♉ Taurus: set intentions for career visibility. Clean up your public image and commit to one skill.
• ♊ Gemini: focus on learning, travel plans, publishing, or a new belief system. Say yes to curiosity.
• ♋ Cancer: work with shared money, debts, intimacy, and trust. One honest conversation helps.
• ♌ Leo: reset relationships. Define what “equal effort” looks like.
• ♍ Virgo: upgrade routines, health habits, and work systems. Simplify before you add more.
• ♎ Libra: set intentions for dating, creativity, and play. Make space for joy that isn’t productive.
• ♏ Scorpio: focus on home, family, and emotional safety. Rebuild your base.
• ♐ Sagittarius: refresh your mindset and communication. Write, pitch, post, or have the talk.
• ♑ Capricorn: set goals around money, self-worth, and pricing your work fairly.
• ♒ Aquarius: personal reboot. Update your style, your story, and your boundaries.
• ♓ Pisces: rest and release. This is a quiet New Moon for healing and closure.

If you’re still learning chart basics, this will help: A beginner’s guide to reading your own birth chart

How to use your birth chart for this New Moon

Aquarius New Moons often light up:

• Your 11th house (friends, networks, goals)
• Your 1st house (identity, fresh start)
• Your 3rd house (communication, learning)

To find your exact house placement and the key aspects (like ☌ Conjunction or □ Square), visit starsigns.ai for personalized transit timing and interpretation.

Related reading if community is your big theme: Social connections and your 11th house

FAQ: New Moon in ♒ Aquarius

When should I set intentions for the New Moon?

The best window is the day of the New Moon and the next 48 hours. If you miss it, start anyway. Consistency matters more than perfect timing.

Is ♒ Aquarius energy good for manifestation?

Yes, especially for goals involving community, visibility, technology, and long-term plans. It’s great for “systems” manifestation, not just wish lists.

What if the New Moon feels emotional even in an air sign?

New Moons can feel tender because they reset your inner compass. If emotions come up, treat them as information, not a problem.

Should I read my Sun sign or Rising sign?

Both if you can. Your ♍ Rising sign often describes how transits show up in daily life. If you don’t know your birth time, generate your chart at starsigns.ai.

What should I avoid during a New Moon?

Avoid overcommitting. Aquarius can get excited and say yes too fast. Choose one or two moves you can sustain.