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Monthly Predictions January 2020

By Kshitij Sharma, December 25, 2019

The monthly horoscope for January 2020 is presented for you based on the moon sign, i.e. janma rashi in your horoscope, based on the Vedic niryana system. Please do not substitute your Sun sign or a western astrology moon sign here. If you do not know your janma rashi, please refer to the kundali application on this page. 8th house presence for Chandra is called Chandrashtama and is a period of grave caution. These dates are indicated. The dates for caution on the financial matter are also indicated. People with a particular janma rashi should avoid dealing in financial matters on these dates, e.g. investment of property, the stock market, giving and taking loans should be avoided.

The planetary positions for the month of January 2020 are as follows:


Sun

  • Sun is in Sagittarius at the beginning of the month and then moves to Capricorn on 15th January, the day that will be celebrated as Makar Sankranti.
  • Mercury will be close to Sun throughout the month through both the transits.
  • In Sagittarius, Ketu, Saturn and Jupiter will be close to Sun.
  • Saturn also changes sign along with Sun and will be behind Sun.

Mars

  • Mars is in Scorpio throughout the month.
  • There are no aspects on Mars from any of the other planets.

Mercury

  • Mercury will be in Sagittarius till 13th of the month and then moves to Capricorn.
  • Mercury and Sun are in lockstep through both the transits.
  • Mercury is affected by Saturn, Jupiter and Ketu as well during the transit through Sagittarius.
  • Mercury is affected by Saturn during the Capricorn transit.

Jupiter

  • Jupiter is moving through Sagittarius.
  • Jupiter’s combustion ends on Jan 09, 2020.
  • Jupiter will be affected by Saturn and Ketu too.
  • Ketu’s close transit will continue for some time.

Venus

  • Venus is in Capricorn till 8th of January and then moves to Aquarius.
  • Venus comes under aspect from Mars, Saturn and Rahu during the Aquarius transit.

Saturn

  • Saturn is transiting through Sagittarius during the beginning of the month.
  • Saturn will transit to swakshetra of Capricorn on 23rd of January and will be a major transit.
  • Details of Saturn’s transit will be covered in a separate article.

Rahu/Ketu

  • Rahu/Ketu continue their transit through the Gemini/Sagittarius axis.
  • Ketu and Jupiter are together in Sagittarius.

Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Aries : Mesha Janma Rashi

Sun transits through an inauspicious 9th followed by an auspicious 10th house. Saturn is going through an inauspicious 9th house transit and will move to the 10th house by the end of the month. Mars is going through a manglik 8th house transit. Jupiter’s transit through the 9th house is favourable, but there are vedhas throughout the month. Rahu is going through an auspicious 3rd house transit; at the same time, Ketu is going through an unfavourable 9th house transit. Venus transits through an unfavourable 10th followed by a favourable 11th house transit. Mercury is transiting through an unfavourable 9th house, followed by a favourable 10th. The second half of the month is better than the first half.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: During this month, conflict with partner over possessions is indicated. There can be ego issues with father too during the 1st half of the month. Help from friends and coworkers will be indicated during the 2nd half of the month. While the first half is a little adverse to relationships, happiness from relations is indicated during the 2nd half. Those who are looking for new partners will be able to meet someone new from the opposite sex.

Travel: Long distance travel is indicated during the 1st half. There are no major indications of travel during the 2nd half of the month.

Health: Mental worries are indicated during the 1st half. Fever, accidents are also indicated. You will feel the energy is draining out. The 2nd half of the month is better in all respects.

Finance, Business & Job: There can be problems in situations where you like to dominate, but you should be careful. Staying below the radar is more advisable during the 1st half of the month. Do not take unnecessary loans otherwise paying back will be a problem. The 2nd half is better at the place of work and new projects can be launched. A gain of money and reputation is also indicated. It will be a good period to make plans for the future you are in business or talking to your superiors about promotions if you are in a job.

Chandrashtama days: 20-Jan, 21-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances:02-Jan, 03-Jan, 07-Jan, 08-Jan, 29-Jan, 30-Jan, 31-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Taurus : Vrishabha Janma Rashi

Sun will be going through unfavourable 8th and 9th houses. Jupiter’s transit through the 8th house is inauspicious. Saturn is going through an inauspicious 8th house transit and then moves to another inauspicious 9th house transit. Mars is going through inauspicious, manglik 7th house transit. Mercury moves through an auspicious 8th house transit followed by an inauspicious 9th house transit. Rahu and Ketu are moving through the 2/8 axis. The transits of Lagna lord Venus through the 9th house is favourable in the 1st half but transit through the 10th is unfavourable in the 2nd half. The 1st half of the month will be better than the 2nd.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: A lot of arguments with people in your domestic setting is indicated, irrespective of whether you live in a smaller nuclear family or a large joint family. Losses in the relationship are indicated. You will encounter less cooperation than usual. Cheating on spouse is common during such transits. That said, good communication between partners can save both of you a lot of trouble. Throw a party for people around you and it will improve the situation.

Travel: Travel is indicated throughout the month but there can be problems like accidents, theft during the travels.

Health: Eye problems are indicated. Drinking habit should be brought under control. Fear and anxiety will also be increased. Illness to wife and children is indicated during the 1st half.

Finance, Business & Job: You need to be a bit compromising in your attitude towards others at the place of work, especially your peers. Disputes with coworkers will harm you in more ways than one. The alignment will be a problem with superiors at the place of work and with high ranking officials if you are running a business. Situations can be created where your reputation is at stake. Acquisition of wealth will be a problem and expenditure will be high.

Do not allow others to deceive you. Be careful with paperwork in case of partnerships and land deals. It will be better to close some of the property deals during the 1st half of the month.

Chandrashtama days: 22-Jan, 23-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 04-Jan, 05-Jan, 06-Jan, 09-Jan, 10-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Gemini : Mithuna Janma Rashi

Sun will be going through unfavourable 7th and 8th houses. Mars is transiting through a manglik 7th house. Saturn’s transit is through adverse 7th house transit, which is a difficult one called adhayia shani is getting over, but Saturn will move to another inauspicious transit – the 8th house transit. Mercury is going through an unfavourable 7th house transit followed by a favourable 8th house transit. The 8th house transit of Venus is unfavourable, but then the 9th house transit in the 2nd half of the month will be favourable. Mars is going through a favourable 6th house transit, but Venus causes vedha in the 2nd half. Both of Rahu’s and Ketu’s transits are unfavourable. Jupiter’s transit through the 7th house is unfavourable. The 2nd half of the month will be better than the 1st one.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: The first part of the month is average – there are opposing forces where positivity meets negativity at your home. Unnecessary arguments between couples will vitiate the atmosphere. Petty quarrels between neighbours will also ensue. The second half of the month will be better and will bring some respite. At the very least communication will become better thereby improving the relationship between partners.

Travel: Travel can be tiring throughout the month.

Health: The first part of the month will be adverse for health. Stomach diseases and food poisoning are indicated. Overall enthusiasm will be very low. Skin disorders are also indicated. You will be susceptible to accidents and fever.

Finance, Business & Job: Legal issues with partners are indicated and disagreements in finances can also cause worry. Failure in new projects is indicated. Do not take loans and drown yourself in debt. At the same time, you will find some respite in court cases. During the 2nd half, you should lay low at the place of work. Do not gamble or you risk losing your face.

Joint property dealings will be good.

Chandrashtama days: 24-Jan, 25-Jan, 26-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 07-Jan, 08-Jan, 11-Jan, 12-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Cancer : Karka Jamna Rashi

Sun is going through an auspicious 6th followed by an inauspicious 7th house in transit. Mars moves through an inauspicious 5th house. Venus would be in transit through an inauspicious 7th house followed by an auspicious 8th house but Mars causes vedha. Mercury is going through a favourable 6th followed by an unfavourable 7th house. Saturn is moving through the favourable 6th house and then moves to the 7th house during the last week of the month. Rahu’s transit through the 12th house is inauspicious, but Ketu’s transit through the 6th house is auspicious. The 6th house transit of Jupiter is adverse.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: There will be a good atmosphere at home during the 1st half. The atmosphere will not be great during the 2nd half. Still, throughout the month, the level of passion between partners will be high.

You will not be on good terms with others around you, especially during the 2nd half. Conflict and petty quarrels are indicated if you are not willing to communicate well with them. Arguments and misunderstanding would follow.

Travel: There is no indication of travel during the 1st half. Travel will cause fatigue during the 2nd half unless planned well.

Health: Physiological health will be good throughout the first half of the month. Anxiety and emotional problems can affect you negatively during the second half of the month. You must take good care of your diet and not eat spicy food.

Finance, Business & Job: During the first half of the month, projects can be accomplished and new ventures will work out with a lot of help from superiors. Freedom from debt is also indicated. Conversely, it is also a good time to take short and long term debt. At the same time, the 2nd half indicated a loss of money and embroilment in legal problems. Impediments in business are also indicated.

Speculation and gambling will not work out throughout the month. You may disregard ethics and indulge in corrupt activities, which is a strict no-no. You will eventually come under the grind and pay for such an attitude.

Chandrashtama days: 01-Jan, 27-Jan, 28-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 09-Jan, 10-Jan, 13-Jan, 14-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Leo : Simha Janma Rashi

Jupiter’s favourable 5th house transit is in progress, but Mars causes a vedha during the month. Sun is going through an inauspicious 5th house followed by an auspicious 6th house transit. Mars is moving through an adverse manglik 4th house transit. Venus is moving through an inauspicious 6th house followed by another inauspicious 7th house transit, but Mars causes vedha in the second half. Mercury moves through an inauspicious 9th house, followed by 10th house. Saturn’s 5th house transit is unfavourable. Rahu/Ketu are in 11/5 axis, which indicates favourable and unfavourable transits respectively, but Jupiter has long term vedha on Rahu. Although transits are favourable in the second half, there will be problems with obstructions.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: The first half of the month indicates that you can get into problems with your kids. Lack of romance can also be a problem. Due to ego issues and a stubborn attitude, you can easily get into altercations with near and dear ones and with your parents as well. The 2nd half of the month will be better for maintaining a royal lifestyle.

Travel: There are no major indications of travel during the month.

Health: Problems in the chest area should not be ignored. Ill-health is indicated during the 1st part of the month, which will gradually become better during the 2nd half. The 1st half of the month indicated agitated mind and lack of virility.

Finance, Business & Job: You will attract opposition at the place of work due to your attitude throughout the month. However, many people will be willing to listen to you during the 2nd half, and not so much during the 1st half. Successful completion of projects is not indicated during the 1st half but is indicated during the 2nd half of the month.

Property disputes and real estate problems will occur, but you will have support to fix problems during the 2nd half.

Chandrashtama days: 02-Jan, 03-Jan, 29-Jan, 30-Jan, 31-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 11-Jan, 12-Jan, 15-Jan, 16-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Virgo : Kanya Janma Rashi

For Virgo rashi borns, Saturn’s transit through 5th is adverse. Mars is transiting through an auspicious 3rd house. Jupiter is going through an inauspicious 4th house transit. Sun’s transit houses are two inauspicious 4th and 5th houses respectively. Rashi lord Mercury will be going through a favourable 4th house (with vedha of Mars), followed by an inauspicious 5th house transit. Venus is going through an auspicious 5th house transit, followed by an unfavourable 6th house transit. Rahu/Ketu axis is going through 10/4 transit.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: There will be unnecessary arguments between partners. Loss of family name is also indicated. During the 2nd half, kids will have problems with your attitude towards them. You will need to soften your attitude and spend time with them. Overall, your family may find you very dominating and obnoxious during the month. You can regret this later. Communication can fix such a problem easily.

Travel: It is a good time for short travels.

Health: Your own physical strength will be good. Your family is more susceptible to physiological illnesses. You should not ignore problems in the stomach area.

Finance, Business & Job: There is a gain of money by being expressive and communicating well with others. Honour will increase. At the same time, financial stress due to real estate cannot be ruled out, but eventually, gains will follow.

Income tax authorities can bother you during the 2nd half of the month. Speculation and stock market investments will not yield any results. During the 2nd half of the month, relationship with superiors will also get strained.

Chandrashtama days: 04-Jan, 05-Jan, 06-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances:13-Jan, 14-Jan, 17-Jan, 18-Jan, 19-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Libra : Tula Janma Rashi

Sun is going through an auspicious 3rd house followed another inauspicious 4th house transit. Saturn is going through an auspicious 3rd house transit but will move to an inauspicious 4th house transit during the last week of the month. Jupiter is going through an inauspicious 3rd house transit. Rashi lord Venus is going through two auspicious transits – 4th and 5th. Mercury is going through an inauspicious 3rd house transit, followed by an auspicious 4th house transit; but Jupiter causes vedha in the second half. Mars is going through an unfavourable manglik 2nd house transit. Rahu is going through an unfavourable 9th house transit, while Ketu through a favourable 3rd house transit.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: The first part of the month is better to deal with family than the 2nd part. Ego issues can crop up between you and pretty much everyone else. Be kind to family and do not get caught up in emotions. The month is good for taking a step back and taking a little rest and recreation break. If you let go of ego problems and focus on having parties and a good time with people around you, you will not feel stressed by the relations.

Travel: Short travels will be good during the 1st part of the month. There will be problems with conveyance and travel during the 2nd part of the month.

Health: Physiological health will be good during the 1st part of the month. There will be anxiety issues throughout the month. Addictions can be started. During the 2nd half, you and your wife will be susceptible to accidents and fever.

Finance, Business & Job: Gains through communication and dealing with higher authorities is indicated. Success in new projects is indicated and liability will come down. At the same time, during the entire month, wasteful expenditure is indicated and you can even break your fixed deposits to fulfil the needs. Transits in the 2nd half of the month indicate stress due to real estate and property transactions.

Students will have an increase in knowledge and intelligence. Teachers will benefit from transits throughout the month. Gains in professional skills are indicated.

Chandrashtama days: 07-Jan, 08-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 15-Jan, 16-Jan, 20-Jan, 21-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Scorpio : Vrishchika Jamna Rashi

Saturn’s transit through 2nd from your janma rashi is the last part of sadhe sati going on for you. This sadhe sati will get over in the last week of January when Saturn moves to your third house. Jupiter’s 1st house transit is favourable. Rashi lord Mars is going through 1st house manglik transit. Mercury is going through an auspicious 2nd house transit followed by an adverse 3rd house transit. Venus is going through a favourable 3rd followed by another favourable 4th house transit. Sun will move through an unfavourable 2nd house followed by an unfavourable 3rd house transit. Rahu/Ketu are going through the 8th and the 2nd houses respectively.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: Being rash will come naturally to you and you will give two hoots about the people that are around you. While you will be yourself, others may not enjoy your company. Still, they will help you and support you during the 2nd half of the month. Good relations with parents are indicated.

Travel: There are no indications of travel during the 1st part. Short travel will be good for business in the 2nd half.

Health: Injuries in the head and face area are indicated. Eye and throat problems will bother you more during the 1st part of the month and less during the 2nd part of the month.

Finance, Business & Job: Bad loans give to others will be stuck during the 1st part of the month. Do not add up to that by giving loans to dubious people. At the same time, do not invest in unknown areas. Hard work will eventually pay off and you will see good results during the 2nd part of the month itself.

The 1st part of the month is a good time to negotiate regarding business or property. The 2nd half of the month is good to work towards your promotions at the place of work to create new business plans.

Chandrashtama days: 09-Jan, 10-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 17-Jan, 18-Jan, 19-Jan, 22-Jan, 23-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Sagittarius : Dhanu Janma Rashi

Saturn’s transit through Sagittarius indicates that Sagittarians are going through the 1st house sadhe sati. The sadhe sati will change to the last part of sadhe sati by the last week of the month. The Jupiter 1st house transit is adverse. Sun is going through two adverse transits – 1st and 2nd house. Mars is going through 12th house manglik transit. Mercury will be moving through an inauspicious 1st house followed by an auspicious 2nd house transit. Venus moves through favourable 2nd and 3rd houses. Rahu/Ketu transit is operating from 7/1 axis.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: Too much focus on individual needs will be the theme for next couple of months. There is a tendency to neglect everyone around you and to be focused on taking care of just yourself. You lack diplomacy during this period. Disputes and misunderstandings happen automatically. With respect to marriage, this is a difficult transit. You may decide to take a break if your horoscope indicates problems with marriage. Past actions catch up with you during such transits.

Travel: Travels are indicated, but they may not be fruitful. Travel will cause separation from family and cause you to wander around.

Health: Health problems due to headaches will be indicated during the 1st part of the month. You will be susceptible to eye, throat and mouth illnesses during the 2nd part of the month. Accidents and injuries are also indicated. Sleep will be reduced.

Finance, Business & Job: Litigation regarding property is indicated. Authorities will not be helpful. Loan recovery may be a problem during the 2nd part of the month. Avoid the company of corrupt people. At the place of work, you will not get a credit of what you are able to accomplish, but your influence will still be felt far and wide. Wealth will be spent on a gain of luxury articles.

The second half of the month can be good in mental terms where you can make plans for a new source of income and gathering new ideas.

Chandrashtama days: 11-Jan, 12-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 20-Jan, 21-Jan, 24-Jan, 25-Jan, 26-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Capricorn : Makara Janma Rashi

Saturn is going through the 12th house and the sadhe sati is in its first phase. Then during the last week of the month, Saturn will start to go through your 1st house indicating 2nd phase of sadhe sati. Jupiter is transiting through the 12th house inauspicious transit. Sun transits through the 12th and the 1st house transits, both of which are adverse. Mars is transiting through an auspicious 11th house vedha free transit. Venus is transiting through favourable 1st and 2nd houses. Mercury is transiting through an unfavourable 12th, followed by an unfavourable 1st house transit. Rahu/Ketu axis operates through 6/12 axis and Rahu’s transit is vedha free.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: There will be an average period at home, with negativity being balanced by positivity. Overall, you will be able to work well in closed environments and have disputes with friends. Still, there will be cooperation from others. Those looking to get married/engaged will be able to do so.

Diplomacy is required in the affairs of the family. Relationships with neighbours, classmates and casual friends will become more prominent. You will need to invest more in these relationships.

Travel: Travel is indicated throughout the month, while a lot of travel may seem unnecessary.

Health: Eye infection and throat problems may occur. Joint pains and leg injuries are also indicated during the 1st part of the month. Transits in the 2nd part will indicate problems due to fatigue and lack of vitality.

Finance, Business & Job: Wasteful expenditure is indicated throughout the month. New ventures will not work out, but they will not be utter failures at the same time. There is a good chance of success. You may be entangled in criminal cases or needless litigation regarding property disputes. Do not change your point of view too often.

At the same time, there will be cooperation at the place of work. If you behave like a leader and take care of people, others will flock around you. Students will have a great period and a positive approach to problem-solving.

Chandrashtama days: 13-Jan, 14-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 01-Jan, 22-Jan, 23-Jan, 27-Jan, 28-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Aquarius : Kumbha Janma Rashi

Sun is going through an auspicious 11th and will then move to an inauspicious 12th house. Jupiter is going through auspicious 11th house transit. Rahu/Ketu transit is going through the 5/11. Saturn moves through very auspicious 11th house transit, but your sadhe sati is slated to start by the end of January. Mercury will go through an auspicious 11th house transit followed by an inauspicious 12th house transit. Mars is moving through an inauspicious 10th house transit. Venus’ 12th and 1st house transits are both auspicious.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: Many planets continue to be in the 11th house, which indicates that the first part of the month will be great. The situation will change rapidly during the 2nd part of the month. You will feel the difference. Be careful and recognize the need of others. This will be a period where sarcastic remarks will need to be avoided. You should also be compromising in your attitude and evade contest with your partner. This will be a good period to have a friendship with the opposite sex.

Travel: There are no major indications of travel during the first half of the month. Long-distance travel is indicated during the 2nd part of the month.

Health: You should take good care of your health during the 2nd part of the month. Chest infection and general discomfort in the chest area should not be neglected. Eye afflictions and stomach problems can also bother you.

Finance, Business & Job: If there are projects lingering around, wrap them up by the mid of the month. A lot of help will be available during the 1st part of the month. Help and support will vanish during the 2nd half of the month and new ventures will not work out. Throughout the month you will be anxious about your profession and can become reckless. Please do not go on a collision course with your competitors and peers. During the 2nd half, secret enemies can cause damage to your reputation.

The overall month will be good for students, who will have a keen interest in new areas of study. Professionals trying to learn new topic and to upskill themselves will also find support.

Chandrashtama days: 15-Jan, 16-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 02-Jan, 03-Jan, 24-Jan, 25-Jan, 26-Jan, 29-Jan, 30-Jan, 31-Jan


Horoscope for January 2020 for Moon sign Pisces : Meena Janma Rashi

Saturn is going through the 10th house transit and will move to a very favourable 11th house transit during the last week of Jan. Lagna lord Jupiter’s 10th house transit adverse. Sun’s 10th and 11th house transits will be auspicious. Mars moves through unfavourable 9th house during the month. Venus is going through  favourable 11th and 12th houses in transit. Mercury moves through favourable 10th and 11th houses in transit, but Venus causes vedha during the 2nd half.

Home, Family and Domestic Environment: You will get plenty of help from your relatives this month. Overall family name and reputation will improve. Mars can cause some problem with father and father-figures, but other helpful transits will help you make the most of the situation. Those looking to get hitched will find success in finding a new company. This is a good time for romance.

Travel: Long distance travel will be good if you plan well in advance.

Health: Physiological health will be good overall. Be careful of injuries if you are working out in a gym.

Finance, Business & Job: Job change for better is indicated. Success in business is also indicated. You can find yourself in a soup with unethical practices with others, but higher officials will give you a patient hearing and will bail you out of unpleasant situations. Working in a group will help you realize leadership potential.

Chandrashtama days: 17-Jan, 18-Jan, 19-Jan

Days to be cautious about finances: 01-Jan, 04-Jan, 05-Jan, 06-Jan, 27-Jan, 28-Jan



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