Weather Trends for the Lunar Phase

During this lunar phase, expect a mix of moisture-heavy conditions and dynamic weather shifts. Early on, rain, snow, or high humidity will dominate, with foggy or damp conditions likely, especially in southern regions. As the phase progresses, wind patterns will become more erratic, driving stormy and wet conditions mid-phase. Toward the end of the phase, intense storms, high winds, and sudden temperature shifts are expected as cooler air systems from the west clash with moisture-laden air from the east. Be prepared for rapid changes and severe weather events as the phase unfolds.

Key Weather Patterns for the Phase

Moisture-Driven Conditions
The Cancer Ascendant indicates rain, snow, or high humidity early in the phase. This water element sets the tone for increased precipitation, particularly in regions prone to storms.
Latent Energy and Storm Bursts
Mars retrograde in Cancer, though widely conjunct the Ascendant, suggests unpredictable bursts of storm activity or high winds, with latent energy waiting to be activated by other aspects.
Moisture-Heavy Systems
The Midheaven (MC) in Pisces conjunct Neptune highlights fog, rain, and humidity during daytime hours, especially in southern regions. Increased precipitation is likely throughout the phase.
Wind Instability
The MC square Mercury in Sagittarius creates erratic wind patterns and rapid weather shifts. Wind-driven systems may combine with moisture, leading to sudden storms.
Amplified Wet Weather
The trine between Mars retrograde in Cancer and the MC suggests a smooth flow of energy that enhances the potential for wet, stormy conditions, particularly mid-phase.
Cooler Western Systems
The Descendant in Capricorn conjunct the Sun in Capricorn points to cooler, dry air moving in from the west. These systems may clash with the wetter conditions from the east, creating dynamic weather.
Clash of Warm and Cold Air
Mars retrograde in Cancer opposite Pluto in Aquarius brings a significant clash of warm, moisture-laden air and cold, transformative energy. This aspect is likely to result in intense storms, high winds, or sudden shifts in weather conditions.

What to Expect This Phase

Early Phase: Moisture-heavy conditions will dominate, with rain, snow, or fog being common. Southern regions may feel damp or humid.
Mid-Phase: Instability rises as erratic wind patterns interact with moisture, driving wet and stormy weather in areas prone to heavy precipitation.
Late Phase: Intense storms and atmospheric shifts are likely as cooler, dry air from the west meets wetter air from the east. Expect wind-driven systems, cold fronts, or severe precipitation.

Prediction vs. Observed Data Fact-Check

Added Jan 13 2025

Prediction: Early Phase (Moisture-heavy conditions)

Forecast: Rain, snow, fog, and damp conditions with high humidity, particularly in southern areas.
Observed:
- January 7: Fog was recorded, with light snow and high relative humidity (100% max, average 89%). Snow depth increased to 2 inches.
- January 8: Light snow observed, humidity remained high (77% max, average 66%). Snow depth increased to 2.5 inches.

Fact-Check: Accurate. Early moisture-heavy conditions were observed, with fog, snow, and high humidity matching the prediction.

Prediction: Mid-Phase (Wind-driven instability, storms)

Forecast: Erratic wind patterns interacting with moisture to drive wet and stormy conditions.
Observed:
- January 9: Wind speeds increased, with gusts up to 25 mph and sustained wind direction from the NW. Snowfall (0.5 inches) occurred with fog and snow conditions.
- January 10: Winds intensified, with gusts reaching 51 mph. Light snow and blowing snow were observed. Humidity fluctuated significantly (58%-80%), indicating instability.
- January 11: Strong winds persisted (gusts 35 mph), with snow and fog. Snow depth reached 5.5 inches.

Fact-Check: Accurate. Erratic wind-driven systems and snowstorms during mid-phase matched the forecast.

Prediction: Late Phase (Clash of warm and cold systems, intense storms)

Forecast: Intense storms, high winds, and significant atmospheric shifts due to cold fronts clashing with moist air.
Observed:
- January 12: Temperatures dropped to a minimum of -25°F, with winds shifting NW (gusts 29 mph). Snow depth remained steady at 5.5 inches.
- January 13: Winds picked up again (gusts 33 mph). The observed minimum temperature (-12°F) and snow depth (5.5 inches) reflected continued cold air dominance.

Fact-Check: Partially accurate. The atmospheric clash led to ongoing cold and high winds, though no severe late-phase storms were noted. Conditions matched the prediction of cold air dominance but lacked a dramatic storm event.

The prediction for the late phase was driven by Mars retrograde in Cancer opposing Pluto in Aquarius, which indicated a significant clash of warm, moisture-laden air with colder, transformative energy. This aspect suggested intense storms, high winds, and notable atmospheric shifts as cold fronts interacted with lingering moisture.

Observed Outcome: While the opposition did manifest as high winds (gusts reaching 33 mph) and ongoing cold air dominance (temperatures dropping to -25°F on January 12), the dramatic storm activity predicted was not realized. Snow depth remained steady at 5.5 inches during this period. The astrological influence of Mars and Pluto did align with the tension and instability observed in the atmosphere, though it lacked the severe late-phase storm intensity anticipated.

Key Metrics Validation

Snowfall: Predicted moisture-heavy conditions were accurate, with observed cumulative snow depth increasing from 2 inches (January 7) to 5.5 inches (January 13).
Wind: Predicted erratic and intensified wind patterns occurred, with gusts peaking at 51 mph on January 10.
Temperature Shifts: Late-phase cold air dominance matched predictions, with lows consistently below normal.

Outcome Summary

Accuracy: The overall forecast was well-aligned with observed data. Moisture-driven early conditions, mid-phase wind and snow activity, and late-phase cold air dominance were validated by the reported weather.
Improvements: Late-phase storm intensity could be clarified, as significant storms did not occur despite the predicted clash of systems.