The Moon starts the week in Cancer on Monday, moves through Leo on Tuesday and Wednesday, spends Thursday to Saturday in Virgo and enters Libra on Sunday, Diwali day. Mercury, Venus and Saturn are all retrograde, so this is a good week to review, repair and reconnect rather than rush into fresh commitments. On Friday, retrograde Venus slips back from Libra into Virgo, which asks us to be practical and patient in matters of comfort and relationships. The festive run of Dhanteras, Naraka Chaturdashi and Diwali fills the second half of the week with light and celebration.
Where the Moon is each day
- Monday, 2 November: Moon in Cancer
- Tuesday, 3 November: Moon in Leo
- Wednesday, 4 November: Moon in Leo
- Thursday, 5 November: Moon in Virgo
- Friday, 6 November: Moon in Virgo
- Saturday, 7 November: Moon in Virgo
- Sunday, 8 November: Moon in Libra
Festivals and vrat this week
Ahoi Ashtami (2 November)
Mothers keep a day-long fast for the well-being of their children and worship Ahoi Mata, usually drawn on a wall. The fast is traditionally broken in the evening after sighting the stars.
Masik Kalashtami (2 November)
This monthly Ashtami is dedicated to Kala Bhairava, a fierce form of Lord Shiva. Devotees fast, offer prayers in the evening and light lamps at Bhairava temples.
Rama Ekadashi (5 November)
Falling just before Diwali, this Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and observed with a fast from grains. Devotees spend the day in prayer and break the fast on the next morning.
Pradosh Vrat (6 November)
Pradosh Vrat honours Lord Shiva during the twilight hour of Trayodashi. Falling on a Friday this week, it is a Shukra Pradosh, and devotees fast and offer prayers to Shiva and Parvati at dusk.
Dhanteras (6 November)
Dhanteras opens the Diwali festivities with the worship of Lord Dhanvantari and Goddess Lakshmi. Families clean their homes, light a lamp for Yama in the evening and traditionally buy metal utensils or a small item for the house.
Naraka Chaturdashi (7 November)
Also called Choti Diwali, it marks Lord Krishna's victory over the demon Narakasura. Many take an early oil bath before sunrise and light lamps in the evening.
Diwali (8 November)
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated on Amavasya with Lakshmi Puja in the evening. Homes are lit with diyas and rangoli, and families share sweets and visit loved ones.
Your sign this week
Aries (Mesh)
The Moon lights your 4th house on Monday, so begin the week with home cleaning and family plans for the festivals. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 5th house, a cheerful time for children, hobbies and creative decoration. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon moves through your 6th house, and Venus also enters this house on Friday, so keep to routines and finish pending chores before the festive rush. On Sunday, Diwali, the Moon in your 7th house warms your bond with your partner; be careful not to overcommit your time to everyone at once.
Taurus (Vrishabh)
Monday's Moon in your 3rd house is good for short trips, festive messages and calls to siblings. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 4th house, so focus on decorating the home and spending time with your mother or elders. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon and, from Friday, Venus in your 5th house bring warmth to creative work and time with children, making Dhanteras especially joyful. On Sunday the Moon is in your 6th house, so plan Diwali tasks in advance and pace yourself rather than taking on every chore.
Gemini (Mithun)
The Moon in your 2nd house on Monday is a good day to plan the family's festive budget and speak gently at home. Tuesday and Wednesday, with the Moon in your 3rd house, favour bold effort, festive shopping trips and reconnecting with siblings. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon sits in your 4th house, where Venus also arrives on Friday, putting home comforts and family gatherings at the centre. Sunday's Moon in your 5th house makes Diwali playful and creative; with Mercury retrograde, double-check plans and messages before sending them.
Cancer (Kark)
The Moon is in your own sign on Monday, giving you emotional strength to set the tone for a busy festive week. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 2nd house, good for family meals, sweets and sorting household accounts. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon moves through your 3rd house, joined by Venus on Friday, so reach out to siblings and neighbours and make short visits. On Sunday the Moon is in your 4th house, making Diwali a deeply homely celebration; avoid taking on too many hosting duties at once.
Leo (Singh)
Monday's Moon in your 12th house is best for quiet rest, prayer and planning before the festive rush. On Tuesday and Wednesday the Moon passes through your own sign alongside Jupiter, bringing confidence and a warm presence, so take the lead in family preparations. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon is in your 2nd house, where Venus also arrives on Friday, a pleasant time for family bonding, good food and kind words. Sunday's Moon in your 3rd house favours visiting friends on Diwali; be mindful of your tone in conversations while Mercury is retrograde.
Virgo (Kanya)
Monday's Moon in your 11th house is good for meeting friends and making festive plans with your social circle. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 12th house, so slow down, rest and spend some time in reflection or prayer. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon is in your own sign and Venus enters it on Friday, putting you in the spotlight for Dhanteras and Naraka Chaturdashi, so dress up and enjoy the attention. On Sunday the Moon is in your 2nd house, making Diwali about family and togetherness; avoid being overly critical of small details.
Libra (Tula)
The Moon in your 10th house on Monday helps you clear work tasks before the festivals begin. Tuesday and Wednesday, with the Moon in your 11th house, are lovely for meeting friends and exchanging festive greetings. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon moves through your 12th house, and Venus shifts there too on Friday, so keep some quiet time for rest and prayer amid the preparations. On Sunday the Moon returns to your own sign for Diwali, giving you charm and good spirits; avoid trying to please everyone at once.
Scorpio (Vrishchik)
Monday's Moon in your 9th house supports prayer, the Ahoi Ashtami fast and seeking blessings from elders. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 10th house, so finish work responsibilities and present yourself well. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon is in your 11th house, joined by Venus on Friday, a warm time for friendships, community events and festive gatherings. On Sunday the Moon is in your 12th house, so keep Diwali calm and meaningful rather than hectic, and give yourself enough rest.
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Sagittarius (Dhanu)
The Moon in your 8th house on Monday suits quiet reflection and personal spiritual practice. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 9th house, good for temple visits, guidance from teachers and planning family rituals. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon is in your 10th house, where Venus also moves on Friday, so your work and public image get attention; wrap up duties before the festival. Sunday's Moon in your 11th house brings friends and well-wishers around you on Diwali; be patient if plans change at the last minute.
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Capricorn (Makar)
The Moon in your 7th house on Monday is good for time with your partner and coordinating festive plans together. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 8th house, so keep things simple and avoid unnecessary arguments. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon moves through your 9th house, joined by Venus on Friday, making Rama Ekadashi, Dhanteras and Naraka Chaturdashi feel spiritually rich. On Sunday the Moon is in your 10th house, so you may find yourself taking charge of Diwali arrangements; share responsibilities instead of carrying everything alone.
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Aquarius (Kumbh)
Monday's Moon in your 6th house is ideal for cleaning, organising and finishing pending tasks. On Tuesday and Wednesday the Moon is in your 7th house, so give attention to your partner and close associates. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon passes through your 8th house, and Venus enters this house on Friday, so keep a low profile, observe the vrats quietly and avoid overdoing festive spending. Sunday's Moon in your 9th house makes Diwali puja especially meaningful; seek the blessings of elders and teachers.
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Pisces (Meen)
The Moon in your 5th house on Monday brings warmth to time with children, making Ahoi Ashtami special for mothers. Tuesday and Wednesday bring the Moon to your 6th house, a practical time to tidy the house and complete routine work. From Thursday to Saturday the Moon is in your 7th house, where Venus arrives on Friday, so partnerships and social visits come into focus; listen patiently, as retrograde Venus favours mending ties. On Sunday the Moon is in your 8th house, so celebrate Diwali in a calm, reflective way and avoid last-minute rush.
With three planets retrograde, let this festive week be about reconnecting, mending and giving thanks. May the lamps of Diwali bring light and happiness to your home.
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