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December 12 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Tuesday December 12. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.

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Your daily horoscopes for Tuesday December 12, 2023

Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Today’s new moon in Sagittarius—the only one of the year—powers up your liberated ninth house and issues a one-Ram hall pass to do you! If you’ve been stuck in a rut, this lunar lift can help you blast out of it. This is a perfect time to launch an entrepreneurial venture or get serious about planning your dream vacation—or how about a longer sabbatica if you can swing it? And because this new moon lands alongside momentum-building Mars, whatever changes you start today are sure to have lasting consequences!

Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Your grounded sign doesn’t have patience for players and egomaniacs who can’t (or won’t) walk their talk. Today, the year’s only Sagittarius new moon powers up your intense eighth house, helping you get clearer about the kinds of people and scenarios you’re willing to allow into your life. Because it falls alongside the fearless Mars, you can make some significant changes in these areas. Talk is cheap, Bull, but you’re all about action—and longevity. So if you’ve got even a tiny doubt, leave ’em out.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Drop the solo act and pair up for the win! As the sign of the Twins, you’re a people person by nature, and today, when the year’s only Sagittarius new moon fires up your relationship realm, you’ll draw all kinds of kindred spirits into your orbit. Whether you’re single or spoken for, working on your own or with a partner, your dance card will be full. Just make sure you’re evaluating things with a grounded perspective. No union is without its challenges, but teaming up with a like-minded person can halve your workload.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Eager to get a head start on your New Year’s resolutions, Crab? You get cosmic support in that department today as the only Sagittarius new moon of the year lands in your sixth house of self-care. For a change, your nurturing sign can put YOU first, whether you want to ramp up a new fitness regimen or kick a limiting habit. This time of year is perfect for finding a great deal. Ideal would be a fitness center or yoga or Pilates studio that’s offering an end-of-year two-for-one special. Get a friend or your S.O. to sign up with you so you can keep each other motivated.

Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

You won’t be able to hide your light today, Leo—but why would your camera-ready sign even want to? The only Sagittarius new moon of the year electrifies your fifth house of amour, glamour and fame: Wherever you go, so goes the spotlight. If you’ve been putting off a work (or romantic) move, waiting for “the perfect time,” this is it! You’ll be in your element—confident and dramatic—so dress to the nines, spend a little extra time on your hair and makeup, making sure the outer you reflects your inner glow. Flash that broad smile, make unwavering eye contact, and you’ll be simply irresistible!

Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

The only Sagittarius new moon of the year powers up your domestic fourth house, urging you to slow down and pay more attention to your loved ones. If you’ve been dashing around at speeds that could induce whiplash (and when AREN’T you?), this is your annual invitation to downshift! Over the coming two weeks, under the influence of this homey new moon, say no to non-essential invites and work events and spend the time enjoying soulful convos and interactions with your crew. If Chateau Virgo could use some nest-feathering, this is an ideal time.

Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Hello, superconnector! Your social-butterfly skills will be on display for all to see—and relish! With the year’s only Sagittarius new moon galvanizing your outgoing third house, you can’t get enough of your friends, relatives, colleagues and even neighbors. Have you been wanting to hang out closer to home? This third-house lunar lift can point the way to exciting shops, restaurants and venues you’ve probably walked past a million times without popping into. Think in terms of community-building: It won’t take much effort to bring together like-minded folks for work or play—or some romantic rendezvous.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Perfect timing! Just before the holidays, the only Sagittarius new moon of the year electrifies your second house of finances. If you’ve been shopping without a budget—or going out every night and racking up a hefty credit card balance—this lunar light can refocus you on the all-important subjects of work and money. New moons bring opportunities for fresh starts, so wherever you are with your holiday shopping, stop and do a reality check. Forego all the wasteful (if adorable) stocking stuffers and just buy one perfect present that everyone on your list can actually use.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Happy celestial New Year, Archer! Today is an extra powerful day for you as the year’s only Sagittarius new moon lands in your first house of self-identity and ego. Have you felt stuck around a big idea or passion project? This lunar lift will kick off a productive six-month cycle during which you can bust through a plateau and find the appropriate ways and means to move forward and cast off anything that’s been holding you back. Grab the reins and gallop toward your wildest, most unbridled dreams. With hasty Mars close to the new moon, don’t leave the corral without a plan in place—and all the provisions you need to make the ride a pleasurable one.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

You could wake up with the clarity you’ve been waiting for as the year’s only Sagittarius new moon lands in your twelfth house of intuition, introspection and closure. You’re famous for your ability to see things through to completion no matter how long it takes. But sometimes your diligent sign needs to be reminded that not every initiative is worth sticking out. Today, you may realize that a certain project (or relationship) has reached the point of diminishing returns and that it’s actually smarter to cut your losses. This isn’t quitting; it’s smart time management.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Your collaborative nature gets supercharged by today’s Sagittarius new moon, the only one of the year, and it just happens to land in your eleventh house of group activity. This realm is associated with your people-loving sign, so you’ll be in your element over the next few weeks, possibly getting tapped to head up an innovative collaboration. You know that teamwork makes the dream work, but under the influence of this new moon, you’ll learn how to motivate the troops to get the best possible performances out of everyone!

Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday December 12

Rise and shine! This is a powerful day for Pisces with the year’s only Sagittarius new moon powering up your tenth house of professional ambition and success. Over the coming few weeks, you won’t be willing to settle for “good enough.” Your lofty goals are coming into sharper focus, and you’re ready to do whatever it takes to reach them. The clearer you can be about exactly what these objectives are—from how you’ll know you’re there to how it feels—the more likely you are to manifest them!