An interesting fact about April 2026 is that the Moon will be in the same astrological sign and waxing phase on both the 1st and 30th of the month. This is a rare occurrence that happens once every 19 years, and it is believed to have a significant impact on the energy and events of the month.
It has been said that,
"April 1st is only day people question everything they read on the internet."
What is not a matter of doubt is that this year, another important celestial event will occur in April. On April 14 the 'Solar New Year' will begin according to the Hindu calendar.
Other noteworthy, although not entirely astrologically relevant dates this month include:
April Fool's Day, April 1.
'Hanuman Jayanti' marking the birth of the Hindu deity 'Hanuman' is on April 2.
Easter, April, 5.
First Contact Day is on April 5. A Star Trek reference to the first contact between humans and aliens.
International Day of Conscience, April 5.
World Health Day, April 7.
Erase Self Negativity Day, April 10.
Good Deeds Day, April 12.
'Mesh Sankranti', April, 14. The Sun enters Aries on this day, which is the beginning of the Hindu Solar New Year.
International Wellness Day, April 15.
International Mother Earth Day, April 22.
English Language Day is on April 23.
'Bagalamukhi Jayanti', April 24. This day marks the birth of the powerful Hindu Goddess Bagalamukhi, which falls on the 8th day of the waxing moon in the Hindu month of 'Vaishakha'.
April is Global Astronomy Month.
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News Updates for April 2026
A round-up of breaking news and the most interesting stories from the world of astrology and esotericism.
Instagram astrology creator Natalie, or ‘astronatofficial’ posted a dire theory ahead of strikes against Iran and subsequent retaliatory attacks. In this Instagram post, which has racked up more than six million views, Natalie says “Mars squaring Uranus is a very, very tense, volatile aspect. It’s gonna be aggressive, there’s gonna be conflicts, physically, military, all of that. That’s concentrated around this region.”
In a separate video Natalie warned travellers going to the Middle East, two days before the Iran war started, to avoid the trip if possible for the week saying, “The Middle East is a hotbed for uncertainty this week - those travelling to UAE, Oman and Iran especially - please be careful!”.
The United States-Israel war with Iran has brought a centuries old Nostradamus prophesy back into focus. In his 1555 book ‘Les Prophéties’, the French astrologer wrote of a seven month long, great war. Followers of his prophesies claim that the current Middle East conflict could be that ‘Great War’. A separate prediction by a current day astrocartography expert says planetary alignments involving Mars and Uranus indicate rising global tensions that could bring instability to parts of Central and South Asia.
According to this article in Paris Select, “This year, the stars are being particularly generous to Aries, Leo and Sagittarius. These three fire signs share a common energy that makes them irresistible to others. Their natural charisma will intensify in the early months of 2026.” The article says that planetary configurations are due to change after the summer season, altering the love dynamics of the three astrological signs concerned. All three astrological signs are advised to maximise their chances of meeting new people.
According to writer John Mac Ghlionn, the beliefs held by Catholicism are no more, or less incredible than those postulated by astrology. Mac Ghlionn, who considers himself to be Catholic, based this conclusion on some of the miracles that believers of Catholicism are required to accept, such as resurrection and immaculate conception. Mac Ghlionn also says that astrology’s popularity makes it America’s new religion. However, he believes astrology differs from traditional religion in that, “It has never launched a Crusade”, and it won’t threaten you with the fires of hell.
At least in the opinion of the Editor at HIGHXTAR, Mar Piera who believes the resurgence in the popularity of Tarot cards reflects a shift in the way meaning is constructed in a society saturated with information, yet increasingly devoid of certainties. Although we live in an age dominated by predictive algorithms, artificial intelligence and the mass accumulation of data, everyone is obsessed with the Tarot, which Piera says has defied, “Emerging as a relic of the past”, and “Re-established itself in the present as a tool capable of providing answers”.
Piera points out that, “The current interest in the Tarot lies not so much in its supposed ability to predict the future as in its interpretative structure. The cards are capable of organising emotional and cognitive experiences that are often difficult to articulate through conventional language.”
Not to be left behind in the astrology and Tarot market boom of the current times, travel review organisation, ‘Lonely Planet’ has launched its own brand of Tarot deck named ‘Travel Tarot’. The 78-card deck pairs each Tarot archetype with a global destination. Inspired by the classic Rider-Waite Smith deck, The Lonely Planet deck is the creation of astrologer and Tarot expert, Jeff Hinshaw.
Launched on March 11, Netflix's new dating reality show, 'Age of Attraction’ is being advertised as a “Dating experiment” where there’s only one question participants can’t ask, “How old are you?” However, what they don’t need to ask is what’s your zodiac sign, because this is prominently quoted in each contestant’s profile. According to Netflix, “With a high number of Leo men this inaugural season, expect plenty of charisma and a flair for the dramatic.”
Rebecca Auman (60) is a self declared “Head Witch”, who may or may not straddle a broom, but who does maintain a profile on LinkedIn. Witch Auman spoke to WUNC News, explaining that as the daughter of a North Carolina Methodist minister, witchcraft does not run in the family. Rebecca said for her, the word witch simply means, “A powerful woman.” Reactions from Dorothy and Toto are awaited.
Mother of Ghost or 'Lady MOG', offers Tarot readings that she claims, “Help you recognize your own intuition and listen to the message from the Universe.” Going against the advice of a marketing firm and career coach, MoG forged her own path to set up her Tarot reading service in Peculiar, Missouri, USA. In addition to readings, she also teaches the Tarot.
Famous Birthdays this Month
Some famous personalities with birthdays in April are:
Eddie Murphy, April 3, 1961
Cobie Smulders, April 3, 1982
Robert Downey Jr., April 4, 1965
Lily James, April 5, 1989
Russell Crowe, April 7, 1964
Kristen Stewart, April 9, 1990
Saoirse Ronan, April 12, 1994
Leonardo da Vinci, April 15, 1452
Emma Watson, April 15, 1990
Conan O'Brien, April 18, 1963
Maria Sharapova, April 19, 1987
Adolf Hitler, April 20, 1889
Queen Elizabeth II, April 21, 1926
J. Robert Oppenheimer, April 22, 1904
Jack Nicholson, April 22, 1937
Gigi Hadid, April 23, 1995
William Shakespeare, April 26, 1564
Anya Taylor-Joy, April 26, 1996
Penelope Cruz, April 28, 1974
Michelle Pfeiffer, April 29, 1958
Ana de Armas, April 30, 1988
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Important Dates
These are the most favourable and unfavourable dates this month, according to the prevailing celestial alignments. The good dates are the best of those mentioned for our 'Monthly Lucky Dates' section. This selection is suitable for commencing or undertaking any type of important task, be this of a personal, professional or even spiritual nature. Doing so will multiply your returns and increases the chances of success. The opposite is true of the inauspicious dates.
The Most Auspicious Dates in April
April 1 to 2:
Indian Standard Time (IST) From: April 1, 16:18 to 06:00 (2) IST.
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) From: April 1, 06:48 to 20:30 (1) EDT*.
This is a 'Sarvarthh Siddhi Yog' that occurs on the 11th and 13th days of the waning moon, during the 'Nakshatras' of 'Shatabhisha' and 'Purva Bhadrapada'.
The 'Shatabhisha' and 'Purva Bhadrapada' or constellations are considered to be favourable for most auspicious events.
April 14 to 15:
Indian Standard Time (IST) From: April 14, 06:06 to 24:13 (15) IST.
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) From: April 13, 20:36 to 14:43 (15) EDT*.
This is a 'Tripushkar Yog' that occurs on the 2nd day of the waxing moon, during the 'Nakshatras' of 'Krittika'.
The 'Krittika Nakshatra' or constellation is considered to be favourable for most auspicious events.
The Most Inauspicious Dates in April
April 8 to 9:
Indian Standard Time (IST) From: April 8, 05:54 to 08:48 (9) IST.
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) From: April 7, 20:24 to 23:18 (8) EDT*.
An unfavourable period of 'Gand Mool' will occur between the 8th and 10th days of the waning moon.
April 15 to 17:
Indian Standard Time (IST) From: April 15, 22:31 to 12:02 (17) IST.
Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) From: April 15, 13:01 to 02:32 (17) EDT*.
The unfavourable periods of 'Panchak', 'Bhadra' and 'Gand Mool' will run concurrently between the 14th and 15th days of the waning moon.
* The times shown are in IST (Indian Standard Time). You may use an online time converter to get your local time.
Lunar Phases for April
The moon will follow the following alignments this month:
At the beginning of the month, the moon will be at day '14' of its waxing phase, in Virgo.☽ ♍
The new moon will be on Friday, April 17 and the moon will occupy the sign of Pisces.☽ ♓
The full moon will be on, Thursday, April 2 and the moon will be in the sign of Virgo. The April full moon is sometimes referred to as a 'Pink Moon' and is 'Chaitra Purnima' according to the Hindu calendar.☽ ♍
At the end of April, the moon will be at day '14' of its waxing phase, in Virgo.☽ ♍
Planetary Forecast for April
The horoscope charts will progress as follows during the course of the month. For an explanation of some of the terminology used, see our 'Astrology Glossary'.
At the beginning of April, Mercury will rule the ascendant and the Moon sign.
Virgo will be the Moon sign at the beginning of the month.
Saturn will be combust at the beginning of the month, while no planet will be in retrograde.
The Moon will rule the ascendant at the end of the month.
Virgo will again be the Moon sign at the end of the month.
By the end of the month, no planet will be either retrograde or combust.
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