A Total Lunar Eclipse arrives in Purva Phalguni on March 3rd 2026, as the Sun and Moon face off across the Leo and Aquarius axis.

The eclipse creates a powerful, transformative quality, with a sense of tipping over from one state into another. Expect deep moods to arise on the day, with a need for introspection over and above your usual levels. Your efforts of the last several months come to a climax, as you complete loose ends and move on decisively from unfinished business. Mars, planet of action, sits close to the eclipse point to give you an extra impulsive streak, where you jump into a situation or have a sudden desire to break away from familiar surroundings.

An emotional purge may have been coming for some time, but your choices and behaviour can still seem abrupt and dramatic to your friends. Moon coming together closely with mystical Ketu at the eclipse moment gives you strong intuition and a deep meditation experience, where you are surprised by a sudden urge for independence. You may feel a long way from home, even in familiar surroundings, and need to connect on a psychic level with a sense of meaning and giving support. Mercury retrograde at this point also sees you reviewing your options, and you may choose a radical option that suits your mood in the moment.

Your attitude can change backwards and forwards in an unpredictable way, so think carefully about jumping into a colourful or radical plan. Eclipse moments are not favourable for any major new plan or initiative, and it’s better to look within and try to remain grounded. Meditation and chanting have great power at these moments, however, particularly if you are under the eclipse’s direct path, through the northwest USA and Canada, Australia and the Far East.