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March 3 Lunar Eclipse Starts Eclipse Season

Published 27 February 2026

A total lunar eclipse illuminates the night sky on March 3, marking the start of an intense eclipse season in Virgo and setting the tone for a month of reflection, release, and renewal across the zodiac. Known as the Worm Moon, this full moon event occurs while Mercury remains in retrograde in Pisces, amplifying themes of emotional introspection and practical adjustments for individuals worldwide.

The eclipse pits the sun in intuitive Pisces against the moon in detail-oriented Virgo, creating a cosmic tension between dreamy vibes and grounded analysis. Astrologers note that with multiple planets clustered in Pisces, including Mercury, Venus, Mars, and the North Node, the focus shifts toward processing feelings, spiritual growth, and intuitive decisions. Virgo's influence encourages sorting through chaos, identifying inefficiencies, and discarding what no longer serves. Jupiter's harmonious alignment from Cancer adds expansive potential, suggesting opportunities for deep personal or collective healing rather than superficial fixes.

March unfolds with several pivotal shifts. On March 6, Venus enters Aries, fostering bold pursuits in relationships and self-expression, though it may...

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