May is a powerful month with several major planets changing signs. Jupiter changes signs, moving from the sign of Taurus to Gemini on May 14, 2025. At the end of the month, the nodes of the Moon, Rahu and Ketu, change signs, with Rahu going from Pisces to Aquarius, and Ketu, shifting from Virgo to Leo. Venus ends its long transit through Pisces, its exalted sign, on May 30, 2025. Mars stays in its debilitated sign of Cancer the whole month of May.
Jupiter, the great benefic planet, moves to the dual air sign of Gemini on May 14, 2025, having been in the sign of Taurus since May 1, 2024. This is a major shift as Jupiter stays in one sign approximately 13 months. Jupiter in Gemini places greater value on the intellect and the mind. We want to expand our knowledge and experience stimulating learning experiences. An emphasis will be on all types of communications and versatility. On the positive side, we are more open-minded, impartial and diplomatic. On the shadow side, we have so many ideas and plans but lack proper follow-through, and not complete projects. We can experience “information overload” and then lose our perspective on life.
Another major astrological event occurs at the end of the month on May 29, 2025, when the nodes of the Moon, Rahu and Ketu, move to new signs, using true node positions. The nodes shift signs every 18 months or so. Rahu (north node of the Moon) moves to Aquarius, while Ketu (south node of the Moon) moves to Leo, signaling new experiences, life lessons, and transformations in these fixed signs. Fixed signs give stability and staying power, but can also bring stubbornness, power struggles, and inability to change. With Rahu in Aquarius and Ketu in Leo – we are learning to balance our sense of self (Leo), while serving others and working for the greater good (Aquarius). The nodes remain in these signs of Aquarius and Leo until November 25, 2026.
Rahu transiting the fixed air sign of Aquarius is generally well-placed and is happy in this Saturn-ruled sign, and is sometimes considered the co-ruler of Aquarius. Rahu transiting here brings unusual creativity, success, and inventiveness. Rahu in Aquarius can increase international connections or promotes a more global perspective. Be clear and discerning though with group affiliations or financial investments. Allow your desires to go beyond the material life, and increase focus on your spiritual aspirations.
Ketu transiting the fixed fire sign of Leo invites you to accept your authentic inner power and abilities. Be creative and inspire others. Ketu is a pitta planet and in the fiery sign of Leo can bring up issues of self-centeredness or control. Try not to let others dominate you or amplify fears. Accept your inner light!
Venus, planet of relationship and finance, remains in its exalted sign of Pisces almost the entire month of May, giving some relief. Venus has been transiting Pisces a long time, since January 27, 2025, and now is finishing its journey on May 30, 2025. Venus in Pisces can bring greater compassion and kindness, and the need for more positive social connections. As Venus shifts signs from May 29 through June 1, 2025, it travels through the gandanta degrees between the signs of Pisces/Aries, indicating a time to heal old relationship patterns and issues with self-value in order to move forward.
Mars, planet of action, ambition, and courage, re-entered the water sign of Cancer on April 2, 2025 and remains there until June 6, 2025. May is the final full month of Mars in Cancer, its weakest sign. Be aware that debilitated planets can act a little differently from their natural expression. We may find it more challenging to be self-assertive or are prone to greater frustrations or outbursts. We are more emotionally sensitive now, especially with family or those close to us, which can bring unplanned separations. When a planet is debilitated its best to be generous and humble. Be disciplined, have faith, do your work well, and place yourself in a positive environment.
Summary
May 2025 is a month of powerful astrological shifts, marked by major planetary transitions. On May 14, Jupiter moves from grounded Taurus to intellectual Gemini, emphasizing communication, learning, and mental expansion, though it may bring information overload and scattered focus. At month’s end, on May 29, the Moon’s nodes change signs—Rahu enters Aquarius and Ketu moves into Leo—initiating an 18-month cycle focused on balancing individual power with collective purpose, creativity with humility, and innovation with discernment. Venus ends its long, exalted stay in Pisces on May 30, bringing a compassionate close to relationship and self-worth themes, especially during its transition through the healing gandanta degrees. Meanwhile, Mars remains in its debilitated sign of Cancer all month, urging emotional restraint, humility, and conscious action in personal matters.
Debra Infante is a practicing Vedic astrologer and teacher. She began her studies of Vedic astrology in 1995, and was certified by The American College of Vedic Astrology as an approved teacher (Level I) in September 1999. She has taught Vedic astrology to the students in the yoga teacher trainings at 7 Centers Yoga in Sedona, AZ from 2002 to 2020. Debra can be reached at (928) 639-0623 or dinfante108@gmail.com for astrological consultations by phone or in person. Contact her to receive her monthly Vedic astrology article. You can also find her at https://ayurveda-sedona.com/yoga-and-vedic-astrology/about-vedic-astrology/
