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January 21 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Wednesday January 21. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Wednesday January 21, 2026
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Need another reminder that flying solo is NOT currently the right move? After swinging into Aquarius yesterday (until February 6), messenger Mercury gets swept into the heart of the Sun for a cazimi. Group endeavors could gain serious momentum so look around! This cosmic duo could illuminate a dynamic collaborator. Since the eleventh house governs philanthropy, consider how you can use your voice to make a positive difference in the world. Technology falls under this domain, and social media may provide the perfect platform to network with kindred spirits and spread the word about a worthy cause.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Swing for the fences! You could knock a major goal out of the park today as strategic Mercury basks in the rays of the Sun for a cazimi moment. Yesterday, the messenger planet moved into Aquarius until February 6, putting your eyes squarely on the prize. That singular focus will stack the odds in your favor. You don’t need any convincing to get your head in the game these next couple of weeks! Reach out to a mentor or prospective client and schedule a lunch. The wise advice of someone who’s further along their career path could help you clarify your own trajectory. Be on the lookout for any leadership opportunities that might have your name written all over them.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
The truth shall set you free, Gemini, but careful that you don’t embellish it beyond the point of no return. Yesterday, verbal Mercury rolled into Aquarius and your candor court until February 6. Today, the messenger planet basks in the Sun’s rays for a cazimi. With your confidence soaring, you’ll be up on the soapbox sharing your unfiltered opinions. But be careful not to overpromise or offend the wrong people with your sharp commentary. Unless you’re clear on the data, it’s best to LIVE your truth instead of spouting it. Today could bring some opportunities to educate yourself, so stay alert.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Your soulful message could reach the masses, whether you’re moving them with music, art, dance or thoughtful prose. Yesterday, messenger Mercury embarked on its annual tour through Aquarius and your transformational eighth house (until February 6). Today, the speedy planet flies into the heart of the Sun for a cazimi. An idea or belief that’s been hidden in the dark could be illuminated. Scary as it can be to peer into the shadows, it’s worth it to do this kind of emotional excavation. Allow yourself to be vulnerable so you can heal old wounds and build inner strength. But you don’t need to process painful issues all on your own. Support is all around you so reach out.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Cooperation is key during the next couple of weeks while messenger Mercury spins through Aquarius and your interpersonal realm until February 6. And today, as the buzzy planet meets up with the Sun for a cazimi, the message is clear: Why compete when you can join forces FTW? Use this diplomatic moment to bring balance to your most important relationships and get back on the same wavelength. If you’re negotiating, put any terms you agree to in writing, so nothing’s left to chance. Not sure where you stand with a certain someone? Drop all assumptions and ask direct, open-ended questions. Suspend pre-judgment and listen closely to their answers.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Your mind is working just the way you like (methodically!) since cerebral Mercury leapt into Aquarius and your analytical sixth house yesterday, where it will be until February 6. Today, your cosmic ruler makes an exact connection (cazimi) with the Sun, revealing precisely which projects are currently worthy of your energy. Concentrate on those that call for your famous attention to detail and critiquing abilities. Whether you’re organizing a room or streamlining your workflow, make sure there’s joy in the process. Because Aquarius rules technology, you may want to play with AI features and try new apps. And with all this mental energy swirling within you, get out of your head and into your body with a mind-clearing workout.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Your talent for charming people with just the right words is downright formidable! Not only has mouthy Mercury moved into Aquarius and your showstopping fifth house until February 6, but today, the messenger planet syncs with the Sun in a dynamic cazimi. This is not the day to hide your light—or your heart. Crow with pride about recent achievements. Declare your desires in no uncertain terms. If your passions feel overwhelming today, it’s understandable. Find a creative outlet for that fiery energy and let your inner artiste out to play.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Attention shifts to your roots today, as the Sun and mindful Mercury sync up in Aquarius and your fourth house of heritage and home. While Mercury will continue to flow through this zone until February 6, today’s cazimi alignment could flood you with nostalgic vibes. Talk to relatives and start piecing together a family tree as far back as you can go. This is an excellent day to reconnect with a childhood friend or relative you’ve been thinking about. You might be surprised how easy it is to pick up where you left off and catch up on each other’s lives. Women play a key role during the next couple of weeks, so be open to guidance from the sage sisterhood.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
You won’t have much luck reining in your brain (or your mouth!) today as buzzy Mercury—now in Aquarius until February 6—basks in the rays of the Sun. With your communicative third house alight, you’re in your loquacious element. Call an impromptu brainstorming session or use the day for outreach that you’ve been stalling on. Since the third house governs community, you might get involved in neighborhood events or speak up at a local council meeting. Need an additional outlet for all this mental energy? Sign up for a half-day workshop or watch a few YouTube videos to get you rolling on a DIY project.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
You’re more than ready to get down to brass tacks and today’s Mercury cazimi provides a burst of exciting momentum. With the messenger planet in Aquarius until February 6—and syncing with the confident Sun today—you won’t have any trouble focusing on the appropriate priorities. Put your budget under the microscope and look for any leaks that need plugging. Consider how your self-worth influences your relationship with money. Stronger self-confidence can boost your income. When you know your value, people inevitably sit up and take notice.
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Step up to the mic, Aquarius, and jabber away. With chatty Mercury skipping through your sign until February 6, you’re full of insights that you’re dying to share with everyone who’s willing to listen—on social media or IRL. And today, as the messenger planet syncs with the Sun, give serious thought to your personal agenda and figure out the most effective course of action for executing it. Don’t hold yourself back because you’re worried you’ll seem self-involved. You need to express your dreams and aspirations out loud sometimes as part of the manifesting process!
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Wednesday January 21
Take it slow, Pisces. Restless Mercury dipped into Aquarius yesterday and nestled into your solitary, spiritual twelfth house until February 6. Today, as it syncs with the Sun in a cazimi, you’ll need more quiet alone time to rest and reflect. It’s not about feeling antisocial (although that could describe your mood at times). The point is to turn your attention to your inner world. Make time for daydreaming, meditating, watching movies, journaling and processing private thoughts and feelings. And remember that forgiveness is a gift you give yourself.
