Weekly Horoscope September 28–October 4, 2026: Surprises, Setbacks, and Uncomfortable Discussions

Emma Caldwell
September 27, 2026

Events in the sky will intensify as the week progresses. Monday kicks off with surprises thanks to the trine between the Sun in Libra and retrograde Uranus: we will need to adapt to unforeseen events that may arise. Mars entering Leo on the same day begins to light the engines: Mars will give us the impulse to act on our dreams thanks to a trine with Neptune, but it will also lead us toward days of strong tension.

From Tuesday onward, the entry of Mercury in Scorpio sharpens intuition and pushes us to seek the truth. However, wanting to go deeper will lead us to touch sensitive nerves. As the days advance, Mercury will become part of a tense T-square with Mars and Pluto, in fixed signs, unleashing a climate of high tension in which uncomfortable conversations and disagreements could occur, both personally and collectively.

Additionally, on Saturday, Venus in Scorpio begins its retrograde: a 40-day period during which we will undergo a deep review of our relationship dynamics, partnerships and self-worth. To end the week, the Sun’s opposition to retrograde Saturn will feel like a handbrake. We might have to deal with procedures that stall, authorities that restrict us, or the urgent need to set boundaries with others.

ARIES

The week starts with a lot of movement due to the trine between the Sun and Uranus, which will bring surprises and adjustments in your partner dynamics, though the overall balance will be highly favorable. Mars entering Leo will ignite passion, but as the days go by, somewhat tense debates will open up in your relationship. By the end of the week, your impulses could backfire in the sentimental sphere. When something lights you up, take a breath and give yourself a moment before reacting. These days will ask you to find a balance point in your bonds.

TAURUS

The trine between the Sun and Uranus may bring last-minute surprises in your finances this week, but stay calm because they will work in your favor. With Mars moving into Leo, the family atmosphere may steal some of your energy and, later, Mercury will uncover pending matters you didn’t feel like facing. The weekend will be a tightrope act to balance home, work, and love. The body will ask for a break, so treat yourself to Sunday to rest in total disconnection and solitude.

GEMINI

A week full of news, plan changes, and twists that will end any hint of boredom is ahead. Mercury entering Scorpio will accelerate the pace of work: calls, messages, meetings, and errands could multiply these days, so watch out for mental overactivity and the comings and goings to avoid physical exhaustion. Moreover, tensions toward the weekend could provoke frictions with a friend. Be careful not to let others’ opinions condition the way you express yourself or enjoy love.

CANCER

This week will require patience, as the love realm will test you. Mercury entering Scorpio and Venus retrograding in this sign could give rise to somewhat complex conversations about what you seek in a relationship or about how you relate to your children, forcing you to rethink what you truly need to feel comfortable. By the end of the weekend, the opposition between the Sun and Saturn could be strongly felt in the professional sphere. You’ll feel the urge to retreat home, but work responsibilities will demand your presence.

LEO

Days of high activity are coming your way thanks to Mars arriving in your sign. Take advantage of this burst of energy, because toward the end of the week the situation will become somewhat tense. Tensions with your partner and family could arise, so try to handle things with a light touch. Additionally, Venus’s retrograde will open a period of review in the family sphere, while with the Sun’s opposition to Saturn you may feel a certain mental heaviness. It is not the time to make decisions, but to channel all that fire without burning yourself.

VIRGO

In the professional realm, you could experience important twists in the coming days that, surprisingly, could positively impact your finances. With Mercury entering Scorpio, the day-to-day pace will be so intense and you will have so many conversations and tasks that you’ll feel your head about to explode. In fact, with the Sun’s opposition to Saturn, the accumulated tension will leave you drained by the weekend. Looking ahead to Sunday, a financial misalignment of difficult resolution could arise. It’s time to prioritize yourself and not push yourself too hard.

LIBRA

Get ready, because the week will start with a completely unexpected event. Everything will go smoothly at first, but the accumulated tension will end up concentrating in the financial realm. It is very likely that a friction will arise with a friend or with your partner in which you feel undervalued, or where money is involved; don’t worry, you’ll end up resolving it, though it will require extra effort on your part. To top it off, on Sunday the Sun-Saturn opposition will raise a wall in your romantic relationship, which will be experienced with considerable coldness.

SCORPIO

Intense days are ahead. The arrival of Mercury and Venus retrograde in your sign will unleash a tsunami of reflections about your romantic relationships and your partnerships. You will have to juggle the demands of home and the demands of work, so you’ll urgently need moments of escape. Although challenges and a few complications will arise, you’ll know how to solve them. However, toward the end of the weekend, the Sun-Saturn opposition will translate into extreme physical fatigue. Take care and listen to your body.

SAGITTARIUS

If you have a partner, keep an open mind, as last-minute plan changes will arise that, although they break your schemes, will clearly be for the better. On the other hand, Mars entering Leo will inject a large dose of motivation and activity into trainings or trips. However, as the weekend approaches you will feel mental overload that will beg you for isolation, calm, and meditation to recharge. On Sunday, the Sun-Saturn opposition could bring some tension in the love realm or with a friend.

CAPRICORN

Changes in the professional sphere could arise. Adapt to these new ways of working, as they will help you achieve greater professional visibility and improve your health habits. However, by midweek, with Mercury entering Scorpio, tension in collaborative projects or in discussions with friends over money will intensify. Sunday will be relentless: the Sun-Saturn opposition will accentuate burdens at home. Try not to take things personally and prioritize your own care.

AQUARIUS

A week of maximum demand is ahead. The opposition of Mars to Pluto in your sign will not make your personal relationships easy, while Mercury’s arrival in Scorpio will heat up the work environment with uncomfortable conversations. Significant challenges loom both professionally and emotionally. Additionally, the Sun-Saturn opposition will translate into mental heaviness and some difficulty expressing yourself. Since the tension occurs in fixed signs, avoid obsessing about being right and postpone signing agreements or decisive debates for the coming week.

PISCES

At the beginning of the week there will be a lot of movement in the family circle. As the days go by, it’s better to slow down because stress could take its toll. The T-square with Mercury could provoke some frustration at feeling that something is restraining your freedom. Looking toward the weekend, due to the Sun-Saturn opposition, it is very likely that you feel some financial limitation, you won’t reach that purchase you wanted to make, or you’ll clearly see that you need to make a financial adjustment. Prioritize your rest and take care of your budget.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.