Author: Alison Price   –   Updated: June 2026

💛 Forecasting Astrology

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North Node Aquarius and South Node Leo

Introduction

Nodal Ingresses

On July 26, 2026, the Lunar Nodes will change signs.

The nodes take 18.6 years to transit the whole zodiac and so they change signs around every eighteen months.

When discussing the nodes you always state the North Node first as in the nodes are ingressing into Aquarius and Leo.

Whereas typically when referencing signs, you always list the signs in order, so that would be Leo and Aquarius.

True Nodes

The true nodes move direct, station and retrograde slightly throughout each month, but in general the trend of their movement is retrograde through the zodiac signs.

The nodes were in Pisces and Virgo and now will be in Aquarius and Leo.

Podcast Episode

Listen to our latest podcast episode on the Lunar Nodes changing signs.

North Node

Themes

The North Node is also known as the dragon’s head or Caput Draconis. 

Connections to new people are shown through your North Node. 

Meetings, get-togethers and rendezvous are likely to happen. 

The North Node is concerned with things that occur at a hub (computer routers, airports).

Your Future Destiny

The North Node shows your current incarnation in this life.

It suggests your karmic objectives. 

The North Node is related to consciousness. 

The North Node indicates your destiny, future path and where you can grow and evolve.

The South Node

Themes

The South Node is also known as the dragon’s tail or Cauda Draconis. 

The South Node suggests connections with people from your past. 

It indicates the things that you already know.

The South Node shows your past incarnations and therefore your past lives.

Your Past

This point is related to unconsciousness and sub-consciousness. 

The South Node clearly shows your past and your past lives. 

It is a place where stagnation can take place.

North Node Aquarius

Push Forward

The North Node will move into Aquarius.

The North Node in Aquarius fears, but should push towards, being humble.

Aquarius Themes

Aquarius is an air sign concerned with groups, communities, innovation, technology and the future.

While Leo seeks personal recognition, Aquarius seeks collective progress.

During this nodal period, growth comes through participation with others, sharing ideas and contributing to something larger than yourself.

Networking

The North Node in Aquarius encourages people to step back from personal drama and consider how they can serve the wider community.

There is a call to become more objective and less attached to individual praise or approval.

New opportunities may arise through friendships, networks, clubs, associations and social causes.

New Connections

Aquarius is associated with originality and independent thinking.

During this transit, there is encouragement to develop your unique perspective without needing constant validation from others.

New connections may be formed through technology, online communities, scientific interests or humanitarian activities.

Challenge

The challenge of the North Node in Aquarius is that it can feel uncomfortable to move away from the spotlight and into a more equal role within a group.

There may be fears about fitting in, being accepted or contributing something worthwhile.

Growth occurs when you willingly share your talents for the benefit of the collective.

Question

The North Node in Aquarius asks, “How can my individual gifts help create a better future for everyone?”

South Node Leo

Fall Back

The South Node will move into Leo.

The South Node in Leo falls back on arrogance.

Leo Themes

Leo is a fire sign associated with creativity, self-expression, leadership and personal recognition.

The South Node in Leo suggests familiar patterns related to seeking attention, approval or admiration from others.

These are qualities that may feel comfortable because they have already been developed.

Puffed Up Ego

During this nodal cycle, there can be a tendency to focus too heavily on personal importance or to believe that your way is the only way.

Pride, vanity or the desire to be special may become stumbling blocks if taken too far.

Situations may arise which reveal where ego has become attached to outcomes.

What You Need Now

The South Node in Leo is not asking you to abandon creativity, leadership or self-expression.

Rather, it suggests that these talents have already been cultivated and can now be used in service of a wider purpose.

The challenge is to avoid becoming trapped in the need for recognition or applause.

Generosity

At its best, I believe that the South Node in Leo provides confidence, courage, generosity and warmth.

These gifts can be shared with groups and communities through the balancing influence of the North Node in Aquarius.

South Node Question

The South Node in Leo asks, “Can I contribute my talents without needing to be the center of attention?”

Extend Yourself: Lunar Nodes

Natal

In your astrology journal and referring to your chart, or the chart of a potential client, please do the following:

• Determine the Moon complex.
• Name the Lunar phase.
• List the Lunar Nodal complex.
• Interpret the Lunar Nodal complex and consider the signs, houses, and important aspects (conjunctions and squares) (250 words).

Extend Yourself Further

Forecast

With your natal chart and the new ingress chart please do the following:

• State which houses the transiting nodes are in now.
• Find all the conjunctions and squares (use an 8° orb) from the transiting nodes to your natal chart.
• Interpret each of these aspects separately (100 words).
• Interpret these placements. Consider the new signs and how this energy shift may change your future as the nodes remain in the same house but move into the new signs of Aquarius and Leo (250 words).

Overarch

There is Time

The shift of the Lunar Nodes into Aquarius and Leo marks a collective change in emphasis from personal recognition towards group participation.

The invitation for us all is to move beyond any individual ego concerns and discover how our unique talents can contribute to the greater good.

While the South Node in Leo indicates our creativity, confidence and personal strengths, the North Node in Aquarius encourages collaboration, friendship, innovation and shared vision.

Over the next eighteen months, growth is likely to come from balancing your individuality with your community and to learn how your own personal gifts can support the collective progress.

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

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