The Sun, planet of Self and centre of the cosmos, is in its exaltation sign of Aries from April 13th to May 15th 2026.

This dynamic transit brings a sense of forward progress where you get on with your plans in spontaneous style, without overthinking. ‘Mesha Sankranti’ on April 13th is a kind of astrological New Year, where the Sun returns to the starting point of the zodiac, and events are influential for the whole coming twelve months. The exalted Sun sheds light on dark and hidden areas of life, and you find the energy to attempt a goal that may have simmered over the whole Winter and early Spring period. Now is a time of doing, not thinking.

Channelling the exalted solar power gives you inner certainty of success and a sense of anticipation at the start of a new project, even if you can’t see your exact path forward. Your competitive streak needs to be first to taste a new experience, either a job, a relationship, or a new location, and you may also find extra responsibility being placed on you. Your courage and willingness to take risks inspire others, and you gravitate towards a leadership role in office and business politics. The Full Moon of May 1st gives you a greater perspective on your ideas, and this is a good time to mix and share a moment with somebody close.

The Sun also sits between a strong Venus and your ruler, Mars, from April 19th to May 11th, and your confidence and assurance are in demand in a dispute or negotiation. You may feel slightly compromised or that you have to take other people’s interests on board, but you step up when others also look to you for leadership and certainty.