Known as the Buck Full Moon, Thursday’s July full moon will illuminate the sky from the furthest distance from the sun in all of 2025, bringing a powerful surge of masculine energy. This means resilience, dominance and a powerful reemergence. It’s an important energy to work with, especially if you’re wanting to build a foundation or fortify your own personal evolution.
Drawing its name from the majestic antlers of young bucks in full growth, this moon is a call to action. It’s a reminder to stand tall, take up space, own your boundaries and live as your authentic self. Emotions may fluctuate, as they typically do during Cancer season, but subsequent clarity may also arrive in unexpected ways. Under the bright shine of this full moon, here is guidance for how every zodiac sign can harness this potent energy, transform and come up renewed.
July Full Moon
July’s full moon, known as the buck full moon, got its name because it coincides with the time of year that male deer begin growing out their antlers. This can serve as a symbolic way that you, too, can live up to your fullest potential. As the moon falls under the sign of Saturn-ruled Capricorn, this earth energy is all about taking matters into your own hands. Capricorn tends to define itself by accomplishment, and while you’re so much more than what you do, it’s still important to define your mark. Your legacy will outlive you, so use this Capricorn full moon as a chance to decide how you want to live your fullest potential.
Aries
July’s full Moon will ignite your adventurous spirit. Expect a burst of assertiveness, empowering you to tackle projects head‑on. You’re always full of energy, and it’s time to invest it into something that will invest back into you. New initiatives, particularly those that are leadership‑oriented, will call your attention. Trust your instincts and be sure to balance that boldness with consideration of others’ perspectives. Every leader should rooted in impact and inclusion, even if you’re not keen on compromising.
Taurus
For Taurus, this full moon highlights your personal values and security. Use its clarity to reassess what truly sustains you, both financially or emotionally, and intentionally release what no longer serves. As the light illuminates your spirit’s authentic desires, you’ll be invigorated with the strength to plant seeds for new habits or invest resources in things that spark your growth.
Gemini
The Buck Moon will sharpen Gemini’s mind and amplify your communication skills. Under its potency, conversations may dramatically deepen, offering necessary breakthroughs. This may show up in discussions that have been standing for awhile, or even creative collaborations. Speak your truth with grace and don’t shy away from asking the real questions. Your curiosity could guide you to something more.
Cancer
It’s your season, Cancer, and you’re probably already feeling everything. This full moon is no exception. It will shine right on your emotional core, illuminating feelings you may have preferred to keep tucked away. However, emotions left unaddressed can lead to stagnancy. This full moon urges you to share from the heart with loved ones and have earnest conversation about where your heart is at. What was hidden now emerges, allowing you to feel deeper empathy, emotional healing, and connection.
Leo
You’re always used to the spotlight, Leo, and this is time, it’s beaming on your creative and expressive zones. The Buck Moon encourages you to take your art, performance, or personal brand to the next level. Maybe you’ve been shy about launching, sharing, or simply allowing yourself to be seen. However, this is your moment to stand tall and take up space, backed by lunar confidence and a renewed sense of pride in your gifts. You never know what will come of giving your true interested some foundation.
Virgo
Virgo feels comfortable in this Capricorn energy. This full moon will easily support practical planning and taking targeted action. Use its energy to burn through any lingering tasks, typing up loose ends, or tidying up projects that feed into your larger goals. By embracing this push toward efficiency and order, you will only feel more confident nd prepare fertile ground for something new to take root.
Libra
Relationships take center stage under this July full moon, Libra. As the mediator for everyone else, it’s time to turn the attention toward your own interpersonal dynamics. You may feel compelled to enact new boundaries or negotiate new terms in love, friendship or business. This Capricorn full moon will invite you to speak up about what you need and listen more deeply to others. When you align both heart and mind your connections will deepens in the ways that truly matter.
Scorpio
With an affinity for intensity, there’s nothing about this full moon that overwhelms you. The Buck Moon will spark your transformative fire, Scorpio. Any hidden desires, passions or unacknowledged truths may surface, where they belong. This will urge you to release old shadows and embrace the fullness of your power. Whether you take this chance to lean into vulnerability or own your ambition, this lunar energy offers a potent moment for rebirth. It’s time to step into new skin.
Sagittarius
As a free‑spirited Sagittarius, take pleasure in knowing that this full moon is prompting an inner adventure. You may feel a craving to explore new philosophies, self‑growth practice or live more aligned with the truth of your own heart. Embrace this inner journey, because you don’t always need to book a trip overseas to experience expansion. Intentional time with your own thoughts and a moment of contemplation can lead to the breakthrough you were searching for outside of yourself.
Capricorn
Capricorn, you’re right at home. This is all about you and the energy you’ve always found to be true. This Buck Moon highlights your career ambitions and long‑term goals. You may feel a surge of determination to strategize and define your next step. Maybe that’s outlining a plan, pitching an idea, or polishing your social media image. Lean into this rush of ambition with confidence, because the stars are aligned in support of your rise.
Aquarius
As a sign that’s also traditionally ruled by Saturn, this July full moon will ignite your innovative drive, Aquarius. You have a natural desire to connect and up-level, especially around causes or communal ideas that matter to you. It’s time to take action and stop wasting your gifts. Reach out or lead a group effort. Collaborative inspiration is at its peak, and your ability to envision the future is the fuel needed to help everyone catch up.
Pisces
Every full moon is a chance for deepening for a dreamy Pisces. For you, this Buck Full Moon electrifies your intuition. Take some time to bask in the quiet and pay attention to the inner whispers or spiritual nudges that may arise. They may reveal creative insights or wisdom that will lead to something more. This is a time for artistic expression, spiritual exploration, and most of all, some gentle self‑compassion. Let your heart guide the way under the moon’s glow.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next full moon? Tonight’s Capricorn full moon is the only full moon in July. August’s full moon in Aquarius will take place on August 9th, 2025.
Is tonight a full moon? Yes, tonight is a full moon. The Capricorn full moon will reach peak illumination at approximately 4:36 PM EST, where its potency will be felt over the course of the next two days.