The New Moon on Friday December 11, 2015 at 19° Sagittarius falls just within Sagittarius decan 2. The New Moon astrology activates a resurgent Uranus Pluto square, suggesting a final evolutionary leap required to adapt to the massive change and upheaval of recent years. Positive aspects from the new moon to a Mars Uranus opposition gives all the initiative and courage required to make this exciting leap of faith.

New Moon Meaning

A new moon represents the end of one cycle and the beginning of a new 28 day cycle. With Sun conjunct Moon, all possibilities are on the table and we can rightly put ourselves in the forefront of new plans for the future. Old habits, behaviors and beliefs can be questioned as we search for new and inventive ways to make progress. This is the ideal time to make a fresh start and start writing down a to-do list on a blank sheet of paper.

However, the impulsive and enthusiastic nature of a new moon means that not all new projects will succeed. The influence of a new moon last for four weeks up to the next new moon, in this case, the new moon on Friday 11 December 2015.  The best time for making a fresh start and for beginning new projects is during the first two weeks of a new moon cycle. This waxing phase of the moon lasts from the December 11 new moon until the December 25 full moon.

New Moon December 2015 Astrology

When interpreting moon phases I usually start at the Moon then work from there. For the New Moon December 2015 astrology chart, I am going to take the opposite approach, starting with the outer planets and working in. This is because of the outer planets being of major importance in this new moon phase.

Saturn square Neptune has the tightest orb of these outer aspects at 1°38′ but it is not the stronger of the two in this case. It is still an important influence and gives a background of guilt and fear to this new moon. The November 25 Full Moon featured this depressing aspect most strongly.

Uranus square Pluto was the major long-term aspect during the last few years. It had faded away with an orb of 7 degrees, but Uranus retrograde lately has brought it back to an orb of influence of just 2°17′ for the December 11 new moon. It won’t get much stronger than this with Uranus turning direct on December 25. We have to do a quick recap on this major aspect because it links into our new moon as you can see in the chart below, through the blue trine aspect to Uranus.

Uranus square Pluto represents some drastic change and upheaval in our lives over recent years that was generally out of our control. Routines and structures changed abruptly, forcing is to evolve rapidly. Combined with Saturn square Neptune we now become more apprehensive and anxious about making the necessary changes to fit into the new dynamic. We are basically afraid of what a very unpredictable future holds for us.

Mars opposite Uranus is very powerful at 0°13′ orb. This is a trigger which activates the rapid change in our lives that is needed to adapt and survive. Although a challenging aspect, it is vital in promoting change because Saturn square Neptune wants us to remain behind. The opposite of evolution is extinction. Mars opposite Uranus increases reaction time but there is a tendency toward impulsive and dangerous action being taken. Increasing restlessness leads to a buildup up of hot energy that wants to express itself though outlandish or shocking actions. The action is usually physical or sexual and can be violent. Anger may come out as insults or other mean and nasty ways based on the fears or paranoia of Saturn square Neptune.

Thankfully, the angry red line representing Mars opposite Uranus is soothed to a large extent by the cool blue lines to our new moon as shown below. This offers us a way to release the aggressive and spontaneous energy in a safe and constructive manner. The dashed blue line is the energetic sextile to Mars, and the solid blue line is the harmonious trine to Uranus.

New Moon December 2015 Astrology

Sun sextile Mars urges us to take positive action. It gives us ample confidence, courage, and the initiative to tackle the most difficult of tasks. We can be more assertive without offending, while competing to win. Moon trine Mars gives passion and an accurate intuition. While still acting in a competitive way, it gives a more harmonious and cooperative motivation. Together, a new moon sextile Mars is ideal for taking positive action. We will instinctively know what is best for us based on our strongest desires.

Sun trine Uranus increases the reliability of our intuition. It makes change flow more smoothly and further boosts confidence levels. It open the mind to allow for more possibilities and gives the spark needed to initiative positive change. It reduced the inhibitory effect of Saturn square Neptune and helps us act in a manner that expresses our own unique identity.

The new moon bridges the gap between Mars and Uranus, making it easier to react to rapid change. All new moon’s favor making a new start, and the December 11 new moon certainly does that. The positive aspects to Mars and Uranus reduces the risks involved with reacting spontaneously to changing condition. This new moon gives the initiative and insight to take the final evolutionary leap which is now required, after the years of major changes and upheaval from Uranus square Pluto. New moon December 2015 also gives the self-confidence and courage to put the fear and insecurities of Saturn square Neptune behind us.

Sun square Jupiter suggests that the new moon will test our faith. This makes sense anyhow, as some radical changes are needed to overcome the stagnating effect of the Saturn Neptune square. It will be important not to let the confidence given by the new moon go to our heads. It can give a tendency to overestimate abilities and resources, or waste energy.

Fixed star Sabik at 18°11′ Sagittarius is conjunct the new moon. Although this star can have an unfortunate influence, with the Sun and Moon it is more favorable. It means we can take action based on sincere and honorable intent. It is known for giving moral courage and success in general, although there may be some secret jealousy to deal with and trouble through relatives.

Update December 2: Thanks to Annastacia for pointing out Pluto conjunct Asteroid Pallas Athena – Warrior Queen, creative intelligence, strategic thinking, pattern recognition. father-daughter relationships.

Also, note that December 11 is the same date the 2015 Climate Chance Conference concludes in Paris.

If this new moon directly impacts your horoscope decan you can read about its effect in your monthly horoscope. For more detail about how it effects your natal chart see Sun Transits.

Previous Moon Phase: Full Moon November 2015
Next Moon Phase: Full Moon December 2015

New Moon December 2015 Times and Dates