Horoscopes

Your October 2025 Love Horoscope

Here's to new beginnings.

by Nina Kahn
October 2025 love horoscopes for each zodiac sign.

Maybe it’s the crisp autumn air that’s got you in the mood to cozy up with someone special this season — or maybe it’s just the sweet and sexy astrology of October. This month sees both lover Venus and lustful Mars sparkling in their signs of rulership, heightening both the sweet and spicy factor for relationships and fall flings alike. The October love horoscope for each zodiac sign brings ample opportunities for romance.

The month begins in Libra season, and this cardinal air sign symbolizes the importance of partnerships and finding the beauty in connection. Approach relationships with a sense of balance and a willingness to compromise. Consider what romantic baggage you might need to let go of during the first week of October, as Venus will be on the release-oriented South Node of Destiny, ready to flush away toxic habits or dynamics related to love. Get in touch with your needs under the bold and passionate full moon in Aries on Oct. 6 and make sure you’re prioritizing yourself just as much as your partners.

In the days following the full moon, Venus will blow a gorgeous kiss to lucky Jupiter, infusing relationships with an abundance of compassion and good cheer. The resident romance planet will also face off with strict Saturn, highlighting any areas of your love life that might require stronger boundaries or clearer commitments. Finally, on Oct. 13, Venus struts its way into its flirty home sign of Libra, making it easy to bring harmony and charm in matters of love and dating for the rest of the month. Meanwhile, red-hot Mars — Venus’ spicy cosmic counterpart — spends the entirety of October in sultry and mysterious Scorpio, bringing loads of emotional depth and raw intensity to everyone’s sex life.

The new moon on Oct. 21 serves as Libra season’s grand finale, giving all zodiac signs a chance to tune into their heart’s desires and set intentions around romance. It may be the end of the season, but there are sweet and feelings-filled new beginnings all around. Speaking of feelings, the sensitive waters of Scorpio season wash over the cosmic scene the following day, plunging everyone into the deep end when it comes to their emotions. Libidinous Mars lights up the skies in a lucky Grand Water Trine during the week following, connecting with go-big Jupiter and get-serious Saturn. Nurture the type of love that you want to see blossom in the future, and cut off anything that’s not up to snuff.

Read on for your October 2025 love horoscope.

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

Relationship boundaries are important, and Libra season has you considering ways to balance your needs with other people’s. The full moon in your sign on Oct. 6 is an especially potent time to explore anything you’ve been overly stubborn about. Staying flexible and open to compromise is key.

Once amorous Venus zooms into your partnership zone a week later, romance is alive and well, so charm your crush or re-seduce your partner. The new moon on Oct. 21 is ideal for manifesting anything related to love and relationships, so listen to your heart and let it guide you toward your true desires.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

You have every reason to feel sexy this month, and other people will have no problem picking up on your irresistibly sensual aura. Lover Venus is in your sex and dating zone for the first half of October, attracting all sorts of romantic attention your way. Flirt your way through every situation, especially during the week after the Oct. 6 full moon. Conversations will be nothing short of titillating.

Scorpio season shifts your emotional energy onto deeper romantic commitments, so you might suddenly take cuffing season more seriously. Whatever connections you choose to invest in during the last third of the month could very well have some staying power.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Libra season lights up your love life with flirtations, passion, and a whole glitter-bomb of romance. It’s the perfect cosmic backdrop for cute and cozy fall date nights — whether you’re getting to know new people or deepening the connection with an existing partner.

Mid-month onward is an especially prime time for your sex and dating life, and the new moon on Oct. 21 brings the potential to manifest something sparkly and fresh. If you’re single, you may very well conjure up an exciting new lover. If you’re in a relationship, focus on bringing some added spice to your physical connection.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Lusty Mars is in your sex and dating zone all month, giving you a delicious influx of confidence that’ll inspire you to be the initiator in love. If you want something, you don’t have to wait for someone else to make the move. Once the Oct. 6 full moon passes, you may feel inspired to talk through your feelings. Being honest with your partners and saying what’s on your mind will bring a lot of positivity now.

Scorpio season’s sultriness will keep the flames of passion burning in your romantic life from Oct. 22 onward, and the whole last stretch of October is a great time to act on your desires.

Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22)

The first half of October is a great time to get in touch with your sensuality and prioritize physical pleasure. Get out of your head and try to listen to your body’s desires instead. The full moon on Oct. 6 is all about getting out of your comfort zone, so challenge yourself to try something new — whether that means exploring something unusual with a current partner or diving into a dating scenario that’s outside of your go-to vibe.

By mid-month, the urge to flirt might be too strong to resist, so indulge in some sweet and sexy banter — especially during the new moon on Oct. 21. Sometimes a good conversation is the best aphrodisiac.

Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22)

With sweet Venus in your sign until Oct. 13, you’re kicking off the month in the midst of a shimmery glow-up — but of course, that kind of leveling-up requires you to shed some old skins in the process. Spend the first week of October letting go of limiting beliefs around love or ditching detrimental relationship dynamics. During the week after the Oct. 6 full moon, your manifestation powers will be especially on point, so use your irresistible charms wisely

If there’s an existing relationship you’d like to foster deeper commitments in or a new lover in your life who feels like they could be a longer-term match, the last week of October could be a good time to explore these feelings.

Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22)

You’re the star of the season, and don’t you forget it — especially during the full moon on Oct. 6. Now is a time to acknowledge and work on relationship dynamics that are keeping you from feeling independent. If someone’s energy doesn’t feel aligned with yours, take a step back and assess from a safe distance. Your desires need time to percolate.

Once amorous Venus hits your sign on Oct. 13, smoothing out disagreements in your love life will be a lot more manageable. The new moon a week later allows you to bring your romantic fantasies to life, so set some birthday season intentions.

Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21)

Embrace your sexiness, as red-hot Mars is lighting up your sign with its lusty and passionate energy all month long. Your confidence is irresistible. Bringing a more social element into your romantic life will make love feel a lot more exciting during the second week of October — so plan a group date if you’re in a relationship or get out on the town for a flirty night out with friends if you’re single.

Your birthday season on Oct. 22 kicks off a beautiful week of romance and magic, full of opportunities to have fun with new people or spice things up with a committed lover.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21)

One of the juiciest full moons of the year is rising on Oct. 6, and it’s lighting a passion-fueled fire under your love life. Your desires are heating up, and so are your romantic prospects, so let go of any insecurities and dive into some flirtatious fall fun. There are steamy opportunities all around you.

Flirty vibes continue once amorous Venus hits your chart’s social sector mid-month, so go get dolled up and enjoy some attention on a night out. You don’t have to commit to anything major now — a “let’s see where this goes” mentality might feel better than making assumptions at the moment.

Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19)

It’s time to ditch what’s comfortable and familiar and take a romantic leap of faith instead. Love doesn't always make sense on paper, and your challenge right now is to let yourself feel your feelings without needing to justify them. If you let yourself get vulnerable, the second week of October can be an especially lush time in your relationships. Open your heart and see what the universe gives you in return.

Once Scorpio season starts on Oct. 22, it’ll be even more important to speak your truth. Communication is the key to getting what you want out of love, so get clear on your desires and then act on them.

Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)

Love is full of adventure this month, and you’ll probably have the desire to branch out into new territory. Perhaps this means spicing up your date plans by adding some new activities to your roster — but it might simply mean it’s time to unlock the parts of your heart that you don’t usually allow people access to. Work on flushing out romantic insecurities and talking more candidly about your emotions with your lovers, especially during the days before and after the full moon on Oct. 6.

The latter half of the month will find your heart exploring new ways of looking at and engaging with relationships. A simple shift in perspective can change so much about how you operate.

Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20)

Certain relationship dynamics can easily become a comfort zone, even if they’re not actually all that comfortable or healthy. But during the first week of October, challenge yourself to create some new habits around romance. Let go of narratives or partners that you know are keeping you from fully opening your heart. Love is patiently waiting for you, but you’ve got to make sure you have enough space in your life for it to unfurl its petals.

The new moon on Oct. 21 could conjure up some deeply spiritual and emotionally aligned connections, and you’ll be fully ready to dive into these new experiences once Scorpio season starts the following day. Manifest your heart out.

Nina Kahn is Bustle’s resident astrologer and tarot reader.

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