MONTH OF August
With the radiant Sun blazing through your sign until August 22, your cosmic call to action is clear: Embody your most vibrant, creative self. Reach back into your archives for inspiration while messenger Mercury spins back through Leo until August 11. Use the first part of the month to polish plans behind the scenes, then, unveil them to the world once Mercury corrects course.
Feelings may be tender while affectionate Venus nestles in Cancer until August 25. Tighten up the radius of your social circle so you can nourish your closest connections. Single Leos, stay open to the “mom-approved” types. Attached Lions could benefit from more private time together. Feather your love nest or get conversations going about cohabitation, meeting each other’s families and all those cozy things.
The mic drops roll in once assertive Mars strides into harmonious Libra on August 6, activating your communication sector until September 22. Plug in the mic and get started on a podcast or EP. Let your copious thoughts flow into a novel, screenplay or Substack. Short-term projects can bring long-gain wins, and you might pair up with a BFF, sibling or neighbor to accomplish them.
As the Sun shifts into practical Virgo on August 22, the focus turns to finances, stability and getting your house in order. The first of two back-to-back Virgo new moons arrives on August 23 and could bring a wave of money motivation—one that will accelerate with the September 21 solar (new moon) eclipse. It won’t be hard to visualize what you want—in romance, finance or any area of life—when glamorous Venus parades through Leo from August 25 to September 19. Talk about ending the summer on a sweet (and sultry!) note.
It’s Leo season (and birthday time!) until August 22
While the Sun is shining in your sign until August 22, you’ll definitely feel “lit from within.” But this year, communication planet Mercury is retrograde in Leo until August 11. While you’ll still turn heads, it might not always be for positive reasons (wardrobe malfunction warning!). Step back from the spotlight if you’re not getting the response you want. Not all attention is good attention.
If that wasn’t enough to tame your inner Lion, expansive Jupiter is in Cancer and your off-the-grid twelfth house until June 30, 2026. Taking things slow instead of hunting and courting attention will pay off handsomely by this time next year. Where would you like to be in August 2026? Give that some serious thought and hunker down on a lofty goal. Playing the long game instead of chasing every shiny opportunity will yield better results.
Mercury retrograde in your sign could remind you of a “renaissance era” from your past. Is it time to dust off one of your old talents or pick up an abandoned passion project? You might find gold in something you started and put aside. Take a look through those archives, Leo!
The August 8 Lion’s Gate opens as Mars and Uranus align
Ready, set, connect! The stars support group bonding this August 8, as driven Mars in your intellectual third house forms an energized trine with revolutionary Uranus in your teamwork zone. Seek out meaningful discussions with people who matter the most to you.
These collaborative vibes could lead you to a new business partner or give you the opportunity to launch a joint venture. But beware: With the fiery influence of both Mars AND Uranus in the mix, things could get unexpectedly argumentative. If someone triggers you, resist the urge to lash out. This can be solved with a diplomatic dialogue!
August 8 is also the activation date of the Lion’s Gate portal, the period in Leo season between July 28 and August 12, when Sirius, the Earth and Orion’s Belt align. As Sirius—known as our “spiritual Sun”—rises in the summer sky, its energy opens opportunities for new beginnings. Collectively, the portal opening is a time when new levels of consciousness are infused into the planet and also into each of us individually. What better time than now to bring some high-vibration souls together for a shared mission?
The August 9 Aquarius full moon reels in a big opportunity
Dynamic duo moment! On August 9, the annual Aquarius full moon beams into your seventh house of committed partnerships. Are you ready to seal the deal on an important relationship? This full moon could bring talk of engagements, moving in together or taking a more official step for couples.
In business, you could move an offer to contract phase, reel in a big client or solidify an exciting brand partnership. If you’re ready to say yes to anything long-term and mutually beneficial, this full moon supports you. However, you might want to take a couple days to sleep on it. With Mercury retrograde until August 11, extra time to read the fine print can save you from a costly mistake.
The seventh house is about balance. Is there something in a relationship or an offer that doesn’t quite feel fair? Use these moonbeams to negotiate a better arrangement. If you can’t find a way to make it work for both of you, the Aquarius full moon can help you amicably part ways or shift to a different relationship structure—one where nobody feels held back.
This full moon is especially charged thanks to concurrent cosmic activity. It arrives in the midst of a Grand Trine between three planets in air signs: Uranus in Gemini, Pluto in Aquarius and Mars in Libra. Additionally, Uranus and Gemini will be forming what’s called a Minor Grand Trine to Saturn and Neptune in Aries, with all five planets creating a “kite” formation.
Translation? Your relationships (romantic, platonic, business) will all get a surge of dynamic and speedy momentum. However, you’ll need to channel this energy with care. Talk can move to tangible actions before you’ve really thought through the long-term implications. While partnering up might seem like a no-brainer, you’re likely to underestimate the ways you’ll need to adjust your day-to-day life to make this all work.
That doesn’t mean you should turn down a rare opportunity. Just make sure you ask all the questions you need—and if possible, buy some time for Mercury retrograde to end.
Mercury retrograde ends August 11, clearing chaos
Could you repeat that please? For the past three weeks, communicator Mercury has been in a signal-jamming retrograde, making you feel downright misunderstood—especially since the winged messenger has been spinning backward through YOUR sign since July 18. Negotiations have stalled, and you’ve felt unsure where you stand with anyone. On August 11, the messenger planet corrects course, clearing up the chaos and helping you to get your point across. No need to bite your tongue anymore, or retract every statement you make. Talk about relief! You have the greenlight to promote projects and get back into the public eye. Ready, set, make that debut, Leo!
Virgo season begins August 22, new routines will entice you
Get down to business, Leo! Meticulous Virgo season kicks off on August 22, heating up your second house of work, money and values, and setting off a grounded and pleasurable four-week phase. Brush away the birthday cake crumbs and set up shop. It’s time to take one of those grand Leo season ideas and start plans to build it into something tangible.
Between now and September 22, you’ll be productive and eager to settle into a new routine, like healthy eating, daily meditation or regular workouts. Create a framework for your day-to-day life and welcome whatever gives you a sense of security—whether it’s more money, accolades, helpful allies or a supportive partner.
The August 23 Virgo new moon is a ‘quality over quantity’ reminder
One day into Virgo season, the August 23 Virgo new moon shifts you into gear with practical plans as it beams into your second house of work, money and habits. You could start an exciting new assignment at work, receive a plum job offer or get a handle on your budget. This Virgo new moon is also part of a rare, back-to-back pair in 2025 (the next is on September 21), doubling your shot at prosperity and security.
A question to ask yourself: Where would you like to be by March 3, 2026? That day, the Virgo FULL moon brings your intentions together with a flourish—and an extra potent one, since it will be a total lunar eclipse. Make a step-by-step financial roadmap, or at least rough out an estimate. Then, get working on your action plan, a piece at a time.
Don’t expect cooperation from your team right off the bat, though. The Virgo new moon will form a tense 90-degree square to disruptive Uranus in Gemini and your eleventh house of groups. Your efforts to make a concrete plan could be thwarted by people who don’t want to do things your way, or who are still in summer vacation mode and not quite ready to roll up their sleeves. And while Mercury retrograde might be over, you could deal with another round of tech troubles at the new moon. Try your best to remain calm and centered, Leo.
August stirs up some deep and dreamy undercurrents in your love life, Leo. With Mercury retrograde in Leo until August 11 and a muddling Venus-Mars connection from August 6 to 25, clarity may be elusive—but that doesn’t mean it’s not coming. First, you have to feel your way through the fog.
Since July 30, Venus has been swimming through Cancer and your twelfth house of fantasy, closure and subconscious desire. A karmic pull could be stirring behind the scenes: a past lover resurfacing, an unspoken attraction intensifying, or old emotional patterns bubbling up to be cleared. This isn’t about jumping into anything new just yet. It’s about getting honest with yourself. Are you holding space for a love that no longer holds you? Still attached to a story that doesn’t fit who you are now?
When Mars charges into Libra and your third house of communication on August 6, the words you’ve been holding back could start tumbling out. Through September 22, conversations could spark everything from heated debates to unexpected confessions. But be discerning. This Mars cycle urges you to speak your truth AND listen for subtext. Not every loud moment is actually worth analyzing—and not every quiet one is devoid of meaning. Asking thoughtful questions is the key to connection now.
Circle August 12 for a potentially magical breakthrough. Venus and Jupiter unite in your dreamy twelfth house, dissolving emotional walls and flooding your heart with compassion. If you’ve been processing a breakup or grieving a love that never quite landed, this day could bring a wave of peace—or an intuitive hit that helps you understand the “why” of it all. On the flip side, a soul connection may suddenly surface with a sense of inevitability. Just be mindful: what feels destined might still need time to materialize in real life.
Because Mars in Libra can amplify flirtation without follow-through, you may be more focused on mental chemistry than physical pursuit right now. And that’s okay. Let conversations linger. Explore what’s NOT being said. The buildup might be the best part.
On August 25, Venus makes its annual return to your sign, waking up your confidence and charisma after a month of quiet introspection. Pull those night-out ‘fits to the front of your closet. From now through September 19, you’re fully back in your romantic power—glowing up every room and attracting with ease. Expect admirers to take notice and lovers to level up. And if they don’t? You could move on with the speed of a cheetah.
Is there something (or someone) from earlier in August that deserves a second glance? While Mercury was retrograde in Leo from July 18 to August 11, it was easy for you to miss important cues. A connection that felt too complicated could look very different once Mercury is direct, especially if both of you have been doing the inner work. Explore!
The Sun is in your sign until August 22, but your money mindset is already shifting into high gear. With Mercury retrograde in Leo until August 11, you may be reviewing old income streams or second-guessing a pricing decision. That’s okay—use this time to polish your offerings behind the scenes. A past client or project might come back around, and if so, it’s worth exploring. But skip the splurges for now, especially on items you can’t return.
Money matters turn tangible once the Sun enters Virgo on August 22 and activates your second house of finances. One day later, the Virgo new moon kicks off a six-month cycle for getting grounded, stabilizing your budget and exploring new work options.
But here’s your warning: disruptor Uranus is squaring this new moon, which could rattle your confidence or trigger unexpected tech expenses. On the plus side, Uranus stokes your innovative side and reminds you not to trade it all for security (which can be an illusion too!). Don’t ditch the dream, Leo. Just build a safety net before you leap.
Love Days: 4, 9
Money Days: 14, 23
Luck Days: 13, 21
Off Days: 19, 6, 11
