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May 4 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Monday May 4. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Monday May 4, 2026
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
With a tricky square between expansive Jupiter in your domestic zone and stressful Mars in your sign, you may need to step away from the group to be able to hear your own thoughts. If red tape is slowing your productivity, punch it out in a boxing class or find a way to vent your frustration without trampling any tender feelings. How about dinner with that funny, wise friend who just “holds the bucket” while you say what’s really on your mind.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
To be brutally honest, or not to be? Today, a tense angle between outspoken Jupiter in your communication house and stressful Mars in your subconscious zone could make you lash out without thinking. Your Freudian slip could leave you with a messy clean-up job (the truth DOES hurt), so temper your delivery. Speak your truth, but be compassionate, even if you’re calling out someone’s shady behavior. If you’re feeling tired or emotional, save the heavy talks for another day. You’re bound to make a passive-aggressive snipe or take things way too personally.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Know your worth Gemini. Stressful Mars in your group-activity zone is at odds with opulent Jupiter in your money house, putting a high price on your mixing and mingling. Don’t allow social obligations to max out your budget. Be discerning: Some of these engagements pack extra value—for example, attending a benefit show also connects you to influencers you might not otherwise meet. Or maybe sending a thoughtful gift to someone will really solidify your bond. General rule: If the return is high, it’s worth the investment.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
You’ve got a task list as long as your arm, Cancer, but don’t let that prevent you from enjoying some personal time today. As stressful Mars in your goal-oriented tenth house locks into a tough square with your free-spirited Jupiter in Cancer, it will be hard to pace yourself. A personal project is blossoming quickly, yet your pursuit of that vision could be thwarted by your (very human) need for rest. Before you dive in, get clear about your boundaries, and then prioritize. It may be time to delegate or pass on an assignment that’s more trouble than it’s worth.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Today, go-getter Mars in your optimistic ninth house could turn you into a tough-loving life coach. But you might be skimming the surface with too much of a “power of positive thinking” approach, and that won’t effectively address the issue. With Mars battling expansive Jupiter in your twelfth house of the subconscious, there could be hidden facets that you’re not seeing. While you don’t want to dwell on problems (or worse, drown in them), don’t rush to find a quick solution. Dig a little deeper before jumping to conclusions. Meditate, journal, go for a run, take a bath—you could have an epiphany once you quiet your mind.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
It feels good to bond with people today, but before you become joined at the hip, check that you’re not at risk for losing your autonomy in the process. Accelerator Mars in your intimate eighth house could heat up a connection quickly or intensify an existing relationship. But a tense square from bountiful Jupiter in your friendship house could bring fun social invitations you don’t want to miss. Tune in and spend quality one-on-one time with someone special. Just don’t promise the whole night to one person or get mired in heavy conversation. Mix it up by either meeting friends later or going out on the town all together.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Is relationship tension preventing you from soaring? Stressful Mars in your partnership zone butts heads with Jupiter in your ambitious tenth house. Do your best to strike a balance between pursuing your goals and nurturing a key connection. A special person in your life—a love interest or best friend—may be feeling like a “work widow” as you hustle overtime. Or maybe you’ve used them as a sounding board once too often, forgetting to ask questions about THEIR life in return. Devote some undivided attention to this supportive soul today—and make sure they know you’re not taking their love for granted.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Power up, Scorpio! Go-getter Mars in your healthy sixth house revs you up for a fitness breakthrough today. Unfortunately, a tense square from indulgent Jupiter in your unbridled ninth house could tempt you to chuck your hard-won aims for a moment of hedonism. Willpower out the window? Not necessarily. Perhaps what’s missing, in the grander scheme, is balance. Are you being TOO spartan in your approach to getting fit? Or not planning realistically for your lifestyle? Aim for moderation, and strategize ahead of time so you’re not starving when you meet your French-fry-loving friend for lunch or get diverted by happy hour en route to evening yoga.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Heat index: rising! But is this one “for keeps”? As sizzling Mars in your passionate fifth house taunts Jupiter in your intimacy zone today, a situation could get you all hot and bothered. Will those blazing passions light a damaging fire? What feels like an innocent flirtation could throw your love interest into a jealous spiral. Or maybe a BFF seems a little TOO excited by some outsider’s attention, provoking your insecurity. Make sure to consciously channel your considerable energy and charisma to prevent the green-eyed monster from overtaking your brain!
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Caution: Mixed signals ahead. As combative Mars squares off with expansive Jupiter in your interpersonal zones, there may be some domestic fires to put out—not to mention some rich demands for your time. Trouble is, there’s not enough Capricorn to go around! You would love to please everyone, but don’t promise more than you can deliver. If you don’t have energy for a group hang, stick to a one-on-one. And if you’re truly spread too thin, reschedule for another time. Your self-care comes first!
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Arguing over principle—or petty details? Today, a tense angle forms between hotheaded Mars in your communication corner and outspoken Jupiter in your orderly sixth house. You may get so caught up in protocol or process that you lose sight of the greater mission. Why ARE you expending all that emotional energy? If you’re defending a point because you really believe in it, fine. But if this is just a power struggle, catch yourself before you waste your precious energy on such small-potato battles.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Monday May 4
Can you have it all? Today, agitator Mars in your money zone forms a tense square to “live for the moment” Jupiter. Nothing wrong with coveting the finer things in life, but hang on, Pisces. Is your appetite for pleasure outpacing your budget? Splurging on luxuries is worth it when you can, but don’t stress yourself out trying to keep up with the Joneses. There are plenty of ways to look good and feel fabulous without going into debt. Let your personality be your best accessory.
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