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January 2 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Thursday January 2. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Thursday January 2, 2025
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Don’t believe in fairy tales? You might just open your mind starting today as Venus floats into Pisces and your dreamy twelfth house until February 4. Fill your winter calendar with creative and spiritual pursuits. A soulmate connection could spark while you’re watching one of your favorite (and still–undiscovered) bands play live or at a weekend meditation retreat. Already attached? You might have some resentment to clear up or some apologies to make. If an old fight resurfaces now, address any unresolved issues so you can finally move on. In four weeks, when Venus glides into Aries and gives you the romantic It factor, you’ll be glad you buried the hatchet!
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Is it casual now, Taurus? You might prefer to keep things somewhat loose or undefined over the coming four weeks. While that’s not your sign’s usual M.O., your romantic ruler, Venus, paddles into Pisces today, activating your friendship zone until February 4. Take the pressure off every coffee date or intriguing conversation to produce an actual relationship. Getting to know people slowly and authentically will either reveal solid chemistry or show you where you mistakenly thought red flags were green. Coupled Bulls should team up and host some hygge season fun for your mutual friends. From game nights to group vacations, the more is the merrier.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Even if you don’t believe in setting romantic resolutions, your love goals start coming into sharper focus today as Venus slides into Pisces and your tenth house of long-term planning until February 4. Start visualizing your dream scenarios. It’s a Gemini’s prerogative to change your mind, so you need someone flexible who can roll with your variety show. Already found your person? Instead of making unilateral decisions, invite them to dream up ways you can co-create in 2025. Work functions could serve some scintillating prospects over the next four weeks. Keep it profesh, but if you’re clear to explore outside the office, initiate a coffee date and see what emerges.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
A change of scenery can do wonders to refresh your romantic POV over the coming four weeks as passionate Venus zips into Pisces and your globetrotting ninth house. Coupled Crabs, can you fit in a baecation between now and February 4? Close to home, add more variety to your date planning. You’ll strengthen your bond by experiencing adventures together for the first time. Single and looking? Since the ninth house rules personal development and higher ed, your person might be hanging out at a seminar or weekend workshop this January. And of course, don’t rule out a winter vacation romance!
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Lion on the prowl! Passionate Venus slips under the radar today, slinking into Pisces and your eighth house of supercharged attractions. Between now and February 4, your seductive powers are in rare form and can overtake common sense if you aren’t mindful. Try to pace yourself so you don’t get swept into a frustrating obsession. If your libido is low, get your body moving. Start with gentle yoga or a few slow and sensual hip circles to get that kundalini rising. Coupled Leos should take advantage of this Venus transit and maximize your boudoir time. That might mean trimming a few extracurriculars from your schedule so you can relax and get into the right mood.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Ring, ring! That’s the sound of bae’s spare key jingling on your chain or maybe a call to start checking out princess-cut diamonds—or getting yourself back out there after a hiatus. Whatever the case, love is very much on your mind starting today as Venus heads into Pisces and your seventh house of commitment until February 4. If you’ve grown jaded by the apps, go mingle at live events. For coupled Virgos, the planet of passion could rekindle some serious sizzle. Find new ways to surprise your partner, like a thoughtfully planned date or a romantic night in. Under Venus’ social charms, entertaining as a duo will bring you closer, so how about putting together a winter outing for your mutual friends?
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Your 2025 glow-up begins in 3, 2, 1. Beautifying Venus—your planetary ruler—grapevines into Pisces, activating your wellness zone until February 4. Add a sensual touch to your salubrious pursuits between now and February 4, like booking a day at the spa or making a batch of golden turmeric milk from scratch. Social Venus loves company, so get your S.O. or closest friends on board with your new healthy lifestyle. Invite them to join you for a dance class instead of meeting at your go-to wine bar. Single Libras could actually connect to a promising prospect through your healthy activities. To feel your best, invest in a little “athleisure” upgrade: an aerodynamic pair of running shoes or a sexy, strappy sports bra that peeks out from your tank.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Ready to paint the town crimson, Scorpio? January’s icy temps do not have to turn you into a hermit. Today, head-turning Venus enters your flamboyant fifth house until February 4, awakening your urge for wilder nights that stretch until the wee hours. Do a thorough closet edit and splurge on a couple dazzling upgrades. For the next four weeks, the passion planet will also spice up your love life. Drama could flare with dates if you’re single, but at least it will keep things interesting (or make for some entertaining brunch tales). Coupled Scorpios might get more aggressive about “locking it down,” but be careful not to pressure the object of your affections.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Home is where your heart is (plus a few other seductive body parts) as Venus decamps to Pisces until February 4. With the love planet warming your domestic sector, you may prefer to keep your date nights IN—cooking or ordering takeout, cuddling on the couch and using every pleasure-promoting surface as your “canvas” for exploration. Ditch the street style and bust out your “couch couture” (yes, a cashmere shawl and sheepskin slippers count as haute homewear). This nesting streak may come as a shock to your adventurous system, but you could use a break to read books, putter in the kitchen and craft some DIY decor. Give the down-to-earth “nice” people a chance to woo you. Their reliability will be a turn-on, plus they might be wilder behind closed doors than you gave them credit for.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Back in the game, Cap? Sultry Venus shifts into your flirtatious third house until February 4, ramping up your charm and charisma. It’s fine to admire beauty or trade witty bon mots; just don’t provoke your partner’s jealousy. Venus in this social zone is all about keeping things light and drama-free, got it? Your love life gets a social boost for the next four weeks, so think of outside-the-box ways you can spice up your romance with fun new outings and activities. Single Capricorns might meet someone with long-term potential through a mutual friend at an event, and coupled Capricorns might want to explore new culture in your area or on some short day trips. Things could heat up in that rental car, so slip off your seat belts and enjoy a little romantic detour.
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
As an Aquarius, you’re something of a minimalist when it comes to your material tastes—in a conscious-consumer kind of way. But as indulgent Venus moves into Pisces and your extravagant second house for four weeks, you’ll feel the urge to splurge. That vintage dress beckoning from the shop window on your morning commute will snag you with its siren song between now and February 4. But really, when was the last time you treated yourself just because? Give your budget an honest appraisal. Maybe you DO have a little extra cushion to add a decadent piece to your wardrobe. If it brings you long-lasting happiness, then its cost-per-use probably checks out. Let this lavish energy seep into your romantic life too. Wear your new find on a night out! Make reservations for a buzzy chef’s tasting menu, inviting friends and encouraging everyone to dress up for the fun of it.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 2
Love goddess Venus glides into your sign today, giving you four glamorous weeks to pursue your heart’s desire. Start asking for what you want—and more importantly, what you need. Don’t put up with people not pulling their emotional weight. You deserve to be adored and supported, so if your partner isn’t fulfilling your needs, it’s time to rewrite that script. Don’t settle, Pisces—even if that means being alone (and therefore available to meet someone who DOES respect and revere you). With the passion planet in your sign until February 4, you’ve got star-powered permission to playfully explore your options. In a relationship? You might ask for a little more freedom and trust from your partner so you can explore your creative pursuits without racing home just as the muse arrives.
