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January 1 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Thursday January 1. 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 1, 2026
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Thinking of stretching last night’s after party into an all-day affair? Reconsider that strategy, Ram. As Mercury marches into Capricorn on January 1 (through January 20), the mood shifts from champagne flutes to strategy mode. Your ambitions come into sharp focus, nudging you to get serious about where you’re headed in 2026. This transit activates your tenth house of goals and direction, making it an ideal day to sketch out a plan—big picture first, details to follow. Over the coming weeks, clear thinking and intentional moves can help you build real momentum. Start strong by laying a foundation that actually lasts.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Even the most placid Bulls could wake up on New Year’s Day
with a serious case of wanderlust as Mercury moves into Capricorn,
energizing your adventurous ninth house through January 20. While others
are nursing champagne headaches, you’re already dreaming bigger—about
travel, learning, or a bold new direction for 2026. Ready to grab a
carry-on and skip town? If a last-minute escape is possible, go for it.
If not, channel that restless spark into an entrepreneurial idea that
starts as a vision and steadily becomes something real. Now that’s a New
Year’s intention that could get your adrenaline pumping—and keep it
going.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Who do you trust, Twin? As your ruler Mercury
moves into Capricorn on New Year’s Day, you’re drawn to allies who help
you feel grounded as the year begins. This isn’t about casual
connections—it’s about shared goals, shared energy, and mutual respect.
While the cosmic messenger lingers here until January 20, take your time
deciding who’s truly reliable, then lean into the partnership that
feels steady. Start the year with the right plus-one, and the momentum
you build together could carry you far.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Ready to refresh
the page on a relationship? New Year’s Day brings the perfect opening.
As Mercury moves into Capricorn, your partnership sector gets a
thoughtful, forward-looking boost, encouraging honest conversations and
intentional plans. This is a moment to name what you want—and where
you’re headed together—rather than leaving things implied. Coupled
Cancers can strengthen their bond or discuss next steps with real
clarity (yes, even long-range ones). If you’re unattached, don’t be shy
about letting potential prospects—and Cupid-playing friends—know exactly
what you’re looking for. Starting the year aligned around the real deal
sets the tone for everything that follows.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
All aboard the
wellness wagon, Lion. On New Year’s Day, Mercury moves into Capricorn,
activating your salubrious sixth house and putting healthy habits front
and center—right on cue for setting intentions that actually stick. This
transit favors practical upgrades over dramatic overhauls: think
systems, schedules, and smarter routines. Before January 20, you could
level up by booking a package with a personal trainer, getting up
earlier for long power walks, or cleaning up your diet with more
plant-based, nutrient-rich (and still delicious) meals. Ease in, pace
yourself, and mark the official start of your glow-up once the confetti
settles.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Joy to the world—and your 2026, Virgo! Your
ruler, mindful Mercury, slips into Capricorn and your pleasure-loving
fifth house until January 20, a festive way to kick off the new year.
Rally friends for a low-key hair-of-the-dog hang or set out
vision-boarding supplies—magazines, scissors, glue—and let creativity
flow. Your long-term vision is especially clear today, particularly
around romance, creative pursuits, and where you want to make a personal
splash in the year ahead.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Thoughts turn to the Libra
lair this New Year’s Day, as savvy Mercury moves into Capricorn and your
domestic corner through January 20. Ideas start flowing about
feathering your nest—finding a better space, refreshing your current one
or finally tackling a long-overdue fix. While you’re recovering from
last night’s festivities, the muse may pop by. Browse shelter feeds,
scroll real estate listings or sketch out plans for a cozier setup.
There’s no rush, though. This is about thoughtful, lasting improvements,
not overnight transformations. Set the vision now and let it unfold at a
pace that feels right.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Casual connections have never
really been your thing—and you’re not about to change now, Scorpio. As
Mercury heads into Capricorn and your social first house until January
20, get crystal clear about who belongs in your 2026 inner circle. This
is a moment for quiet edits, not confrontations. If someone consistently
drains you or can’t be trusted, there’s no need to keep inviting them
to every dinner party or concert. Invest energy in people who bring
great returns!
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
You’re not a card-carrying
Sagittarius if you don’t have sky-high aspirations that are exhilarating
and also a bit of a long shot. Right on time for your New Year’s
resolutions, Mercury’s move into Capricorn and your fiscal second house
inspires you to get down to brass tacks. Start by making a list of the
resources you’ll need in order to bring 2026 dreams to fruition. Then,
without stressing yourself out, try to put the wheels in motion while
this cycle lasts until January 20. The journey of a thousand miles
begins with a single, dazzling leap.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Besides the NYE
leftovers and your birthday season, today offers up another perfect
excuse to pop open a bottle of bubbly. Strategic Mercury zings into
Capricorn today and it’s bound to produce some major goals for 2026.
You’re no stranger to long-range planning, so it should be a piece of
cake for you to write down your biggest aspirations for next year and
draw up a game plan—complete with action steps—for achieving everything
on your list. You should see success by the time the this cycle wraps on
January 20.
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Whether you know it or not, you’re ready
to let go of that baggage you’ve been carrying. Perfect timing! This
NYD, mindful Mercury decamps to Capricorn and flows through your twelfth
house of endings and surrender until January 20. You don’t have to
release it right this second and rush to get on with your life. Take
some time to process the emotions around any loss or wound, Aquarius.
And be gentle with yourself. As you shift your attention to 2026,
resolve that you won’t allow energy vampires into your orbit or hold
onto unhealthy situations that are holding you back. This is the perfect
moment to leave the past in the past.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Thursday January 1
Skip the martyr
routine and start the year by gathering a real supporting cast. This New
Year’s Day, Mercury moves into Capricorn and your eleventh house of
groups, nudging you to think strategically about who’s on your team for
2026. Between now and January 20, you have a prime window to join forces
and strengthen collaborative ties. Lean into collective momentum—you’ll
go farther with less burnout. Just stay mindful around tech and digital
tools: use what supports you, and protect what’s personal.
