Full Moon in Leo: February 1st, 2026

Under the solace of the Leo Moon, we find the courage to be ourselves, to honor what we feel in our hearts, and to boldly bring that truth out into the world. Leo energy is the ultimate amplifier; it turns up the volume on our courage, self-trust, and authenticity—without shrinking, without apologizing, and without asking for permission. We're encouraged to reconnect with what truly makes our souls sing. As a sign ruled by fire, Leo will always stoke the flames that fuel our deepest passions.

Full Moons are nature's golden hour, where the sun's reflection highlights every shadow to be visibly seen. Everything is cast in a glow that makes hidden truths break the surface and clarity become unavoidable. In heart-ruled Leo, this particular Moon shines a spotlight on matters of self-worth, capacity for love, and emotional honesty. 

The Lesson of Sister Signs

Right now, the Sun in Aquarius and the Full Moon in Leo share the sky, acting as a cosmic mirror for the polarity of "me" versus "we." As sister signs, they reflect exactly what the other needs: Leo craves individual recognition and creative expression, while Aquarius is fueled by social responsibility and a vision for the collective. They remind us that you can't have a movement without the individual, and you can't have a leader without a community.

Every Full Moon sits in the opposite sign of the Sun, pulling these contrasting energies into the light. In a world that feels increasingly divided, this particular Full Moon is a reality check on where your comfort zone ends and your actual understanding begins. It's an invitation to bridge the gap between Leo's "I am" and Aquarius's "we are," integrating them into a power that serves everyone. 

Sometimes, that looks like meeting people where they are, not where you wish they were.
Sometimes, that looks like sitting with the discomfort of an opposing opinion without immediately reacting.
Sometimes, that looks like choosing peace over ego instead of starting a war with people who are on your side.
Sometimes, that looks like taking off the rose-colored glasses and acknowledging that those glasses offered you a safety in a system that wasn't afforded to everyone.

There is a lesson here for those who wish to learn it.

Leo: Let Your Heart Rule

The heart possesses the most powerful electromagnetic field in the body. It emits a frequency far greater than any other part of you. When you take the time to sit with emotions like love, joy, compassion, and peace, you connect to a heightened sense of intuition and insight on how to use your unique gifts with the world. 

As this Leo Full Moon illuminates hidden desires and areas of your life in need of transformation, don't be surprised if breakthroughs feel sudden. These are the inner revolutions that inspire action for the greater good.

A Winter's Full Moon

February's Full Moon is traditionally known as the Snow Moon. Here we blend the quiet, introspective energy of the season with the bold, heart-centered fire of Leo.

Winter brings a different kind of energy to a Full Moon. During a phase that brings a surge of high energy, the cold season reminds us that stillness is not inactivity. Reflection requires attention. Attention requires focus and energy. 

This year, the Snow Moon arrives the same day as Imbolc, the cross-quarter holiday marking the halfway point between the Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox. Imbolc is a moment to acknowledge and embrace the transition from the deep, dark, inward energy of winter toward the bright, productive energy of spring. Right now, we are honoring the unseen work happening within ourselves, just like the roots stirring beneath the frozen earth. With the Spring Equinox on the horizon, we are reminded of a timeless truth: Before we can plant new seeds, we must clear space—internally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Neptune has Entered Aries

After a brief preview last year, the planet of inspiration is officially settling into bold, trailblazing Aries, where it will remain until 2039.

In astrology, Neptune governs the subconscious, ruling over our imagination, dreams, spirituality, and creative pursuits. Because it's a slow moving, generational planet, Neptune's influence isn't felt on day-to-day basis, instead, it's felt as a long-term mood or a subtle, undertone in life.

One way to understand a transit of this magnitude is to look back at the last time Neptune journeyed through the sign of the ram. From 1861 to 1874, Neptune in Aries coincided with the American Civil War and the abolition of slavery in the United States. Reflecting on these historical plotlines helps us see what may unfold in the present and future. This transit marks the beginning of a new era where we are called to challenge broken systems and pioneer a better world for everyone.

Systems of control rarely crumble on their own; they are dismantled by those brave enough to challenge them. This is the time to nurture the fighting spirit within and find physical, emotional, creative, or spiritual outlets to channel the fire.

Leo's Love Letter of Truth

I know that as of lately, every day feels like an unbearable headline. But if there is one thing astrology can offer us, it's a guiding pep talk from the stars. Under this Leo Moon, we are called to tune into our heart's wisdom and use that wisdom to bring about positive change in our communities.

Leo brings creativity and self-expression to the frontlines. Use this Full Moon to channel any anger and fear into creative outlets. Never allow emotional paralysis turn into inaction. Your art must persist in spite of it all, simply because it must! Remember that movement is medicine; dancing is cathartic in joy-fueled Leo and creativity can be a radical form of self expression. Do not abandon your usual sources of joy and happiness as a way to prove your devotion to grief. Like the fierce, nurturing lion, the Leo Moon offers her solace to everyone who heeds the call. She roars loudly, advising us all to find the courage to stand up and speak out in whatever way we can. 

May this Full Moon illuminate the truth within your heart and inspire you to live it courageously.

-Kendra

The Full Moon in Leo occurs on February 1st, 2026 at 5:08 pm ET / 2:08 pm PT.

Inspo: Magical workings under the Leo Full Moon:

• Take time to sit with emotions of love, joy, compassion, and peace.
• Prioritize creative expression and art over social media scrolling to ensure you hear your own voice first.
• Honor winter spirits in your rituals.
• Freeze or melt something out of your life using snow or ice.
• Clear lingering heaviness from winter by cleansing your space.
• Glamour magic to build confidence and authentic expression.