Daily Horoscope
Monday, May 18, 2026
Moon Alert
Caution! Avoid shopping (except food and gas) and important decisions all day today until 10:30 PM EDT today (7:30 PM PDT). After that, the Moon moves from Gemini into Cancer.
The Stars Rate Your Day
5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult
Aries (March 21-April 19)
**** Be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert - see above. This is a chatty day for you! Grab every opportunity to schmooze with friends, neighbours and relatives. In the next few weeks, you will redecorate where you live and entertain at home more.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
*** Do be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert because the Moon is in your Money House today, tempting you to spend money. Don't do it. Restrict spending to food and gas. Today Mars moves into your sign boosting your energy for the next six weeks!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
**** Today the Moon is in your sign for most of the day; however, it's a Moon Alert all day. (See above.) You're definitely tempted to shop for pretty things. Postpone this temptation until tomorrow. In the meantime, you're keen to talk to others and share your ideas.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
*** Fair Venus moves into your sign today to stay for the next few weeks. While it is in your sign, you'll find it easy to be charming and diplomatic with everyone. This will also be a lovely window of time for you to shop for wardrobe goodies - but not today! (See Moon Alert above.)
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
**** Today Mars moves to the top of your chart to stay for the next six weeks, arousing your ambition as never before! Because Mars will make you identify more with your work, you will work hard to achieve what you want. However, Mars can also create conflict with bosses. (Oops.)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
*** You're high viz. today! People notice you. (Some know personal details about your private life.) Today Mars changes signs activating your desire to travel, as well as explore opportunities in medicine, the law, higher education and publishing. Check Moon Alert today.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
**** This is the perfect day to do something different. Explore your own city. Take a drive in the country. Learn something new and meet people from different backgrounds. Most of this day is a Moon Alert - so restrict spending to food and gas.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
*** Check the Moon Alert today because today, the Moon is in one of your Money Houses. Avoid important decisions. Restrict spending to food and gas. Meanwhile, Mars moves opposite your sign to stay for the next six weeks, which can make you impatient with others. Go gently.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
*** Today you might have to go more than halfway when dealing with others, especially those who are closest to you. However, be aware of the restrictions of the Moon Alert. (See above.) Fortunately, you're getting ready to work hard!
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
*** This is a playful, fun-loving time for you -- especially for athletics and competitive sports. Today however, the Moon Alert (see above) might affect your work. Postpone important decisions and restrict spending to food and gas. Be smart.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
**** In the next few months, your home scene will be more chaotic due to visiting guests, renovations, redecorating projects or residential moves. Fortunately, issues that are work-related are blessed! (In fact, a work-related romance might begin.) Restrict spending to food and gas today.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
*** This is a quiet, gentler today. Home repairs and family discussions might take place; nevertheless, relax if you can. It's also a lovely day to schmooze socially with others. Enjoy romance, fun outings and playful times with kids.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Writer, comedian, actress, producer Tina Fey (1970) shares your birthday today. You have a straightforward approach that cuts incisively to the heart of an issue. You're energetic, steadfast and compassionate. This is a year of service, perhaps service to family. Take care of yourself so you can be a resource for those who turn to you for guidance courage and comfort.
