MONTH OF August
You’re in full-on social butterfly mode as August kicks off. With the Sun in Leo shining through your eleventh house of community and networking until August 22, you’ll be on everyone’s invite list. Circulate widely, but remember that Mercury is retrograde until August 11 (also in Leo), which could bring friction within existing teams. On the plus side, this period paves the way for fulfilling reconnections. Time to get the band back together for one more reunion tour?
While you’re out working the beach barbecue circuit, don’t shy away from shop talk. With convivial Venus in Cancer and your career zone until August 25, a casual conversation could pave the way toward a professional victory. It’s all about who you know! Reserve a little whitespace for spontaneous, unscripted adventure.
Thrill seeking Mars bursts into Libra from August 6 to September 22, making its biennial lap through your first house of self-discovery. This charismatic cycle pegs you as a passionate leader. People will follow you, so make sure you know where you’re guiding them to, if you take the helm!
When Virgo season begins on August 22, the energy shifts to your inner world. While the Sun streams through your twelfth house of rest, closure and healing for four weeks, give yourself time to process all the developments in your life before your birthday season begins on September 22. The following day, August 23, brings the first of two rare, back-to-back new moons in Virgo. What do you need to gently release, Libra? Whether it’s an outdated belief, an emotional block or a chapter that’s run its course, use this fresh-start energy to prepare yourself for an even bigger reset with the solar (new moon) eclipse in Virgo on September 21.
Socialize and network: It’s Leo season until August 22
Get out and circulate, Libra! The Sun is in Leo and your vibrant, collaborative eleventh house until August 22. After a hardworking July, you’re ready to spread your wings and network as only your sign can. Whether you’re rallying the troops to get pumped about a project or making an unforgettable entrance at a summer fiesta, you’re the heartbeat of every group gathering.
That said, nearly half the month comes with a social advisory from the stars. Mercury, the planet of communication, technology and travel, is retrograde in Leo until August 11. Choose your RSVPs with care and make sure everyone is clear on all the details of any group endeavor—triple-confirm, circulate a memo, share your location. Otherwise, life could end up feeling like the Telephone game, in which the person at the end of the chain hears something different than the original communication.
Since the eleventh house rules technology, your online presence will be impacted by Mercury’s mischief, too. Wield your digital influence consciously and don’t post anyone else’s photos or stories without their permission. Retrogrades turn our attention to the past, making the first part of August ideal for reconnecting to an old crew and indulging in a nostalgic summer pastime. Soft-serve and skee-ball on the boardwalk, anyone?
If you’re fired up about one of the many problematic issues in the world today, you’ll want to speak your mind. (You’re the sign of justice, after all.) Just make sure you have all your facts in place before you enter the chat. And remember, actions speak louder than words. Arguing with trolls never helped the planet. Do more, say less!
The August 8 Lion’s Gate opens as Mars and Uranus align
Push to achieve your grandest goals on August 8, as driven Mars in Libra forms an energetic trine with revolutionary Uranus in Gemini and your expansive ninth house. It’s time to make yourself heard!
Is a certain skeptic still blocking your efforts? Instead of steamrolling this person, hear them out. It’s possible that they have valid reservations about your recent efforts. Work on moving forward, instead of playing the blame game. Once you’ve ironed things out, hit the ground running! That critic could turn into your greatest ally if you use your natural diplomatic and persuasive superpowers.
August 8 is also the activation date of the Lion’s Gate portal, the period 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 moment than now to share your vision for a better world?
The August 9 Aquarius full moon makes you extra bold
If you’re looking for love (and when isn’t a Libra at least open to the possibility?), wear your heart on your sleeve this August 9. The year’s only Aquarius full moon blazes into your fifth house of passion and self-expression. With red-hot, assertive Mars in Libra too, you’ll feel unusually bold and magnetic.
Under these brazen beams, you’re all fired up, and you’ve got something to share with the world. Pass the mic! Maybe it’s just a declaration of joy and celebration. If so, a full moon fiesta or a much-deserved night on the town could satisfy your decadent desires. With la luna in your fifth house of fun, it’s practically a cosmic mandate! Just make sure you’ve got your wits about you before making any impromptu, tipsy toasts. With communicator Mercury retrograde, you might not be quite as articulate as you think.
Warning: This Aquarius full moon could bring up a lot of feelings, and they could span the gamut. While emotions could get heated (drama alert!), you’ll be able to speak your truth now. A budding love affair could consummate into a full-blown romance—or at least talk of one! Since the fifth house rules fertility, this full moon could bring baby news for Libras of the childbearing set. If you’re an artist, performer or maker, these creativity-boosting beams will flood you with inspiration and also draw recognition for your talents. The spotlight awaits—don’t shy from it!
This year, the Aquarius full moon arrives against an extremely rare and potent cosmic backdrop. We’re 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.
If the full moon doesn’t make you assertive, this Grand Trine will fire up a spicy side that could take even YOU by surprise. While it’s great to make a bold statement—and the spotlight loves you!—run anything potentially controversial by a wise, truthful friend before you release it into the world. Even if the message is true, it could still be misunderstood. Or, you might come across a bit too forceful under these swift-moving skies. A little bit of Libra will go a lot farther than you think. That said, if you’ve been holding back your true feelings with someone important, this would be a moment to throw caution to the wind and tell them what’s in your heart!
Mercury retrograde ends August 11, restores harmony to mind and heart
There’s no “I” in “team,” but odds are, there hasn’t been much else in it, either, for the last three weeks. With Mercury retrograde in Leo and your collaboration corner since July 18, interpersonal dynamics have been patchy at best.
Take heart, Libra. On August 11, Mercury returns to direct (forward) motion, restoring harmony and order among the ranks. First step: Put on your diplomat hat and increase the peace. Then, rally the troops for a lofty mission! With go-getter Mars in Libra until September 22, you’re fired up around a passion project or a trailblazing venture. With Mercury back in action, you can share your mission and inspire others to join your dream team.
Virgo season begins August 22: Power down before birthday season
Had a little too much action for your moderate sign, Libra? You can slip under the radar for quieter pursuits starting August 22, when the Sun begins its annual monthlong sojourn through Virgo and your twelfth house of rest, healing and closure. Wrap up unfinished business before Libra season—and your birthday month!—begins on September 22.
This solar cycle is a ripe time for both contemplation and completion. Who do you need to forgive? What have you procrastinated on that’s still hanging over your head? How can you complete that project? Don’t shy away from delegating or asking for support.
Sidenote: It might not be QUITE so easy to wind down this Virgo season. Although the Sun is hanging its “no vacancy” sign, go-getter Mars is in Libra until September 22, amping you up. These dueling forces could leave you feeling both wired AND tired.
Take special care to regulate your energy so you don’t burn out. Turn off the backlit devices a couple hours before bedtime. Wind down with a guided audio track. Try some gentle stretching. Pick up a paperback.
The August 23 Virgo new moon opens a spiritual and creative chapter
Endings and beginnings fold into each other this August 23, when the Virgo new moon lands in your twelfth house of healing and closure. One day into Virgo season, this new moon arrives and highlights any unfinished business you want to wrap up. It’s also part of a rare, back-to-back pair of Virgo new moons in 2025 (the next is on September 21).
Where in your life is closure or a transition needed? Take the first step. This is a perfect moment to begin (or reboot) a spiritual practice such as meditation or mindfulness. Integrate self-care into your day-to-day routine, if you’ve lapsed on any of your grounding habits. You may need to let go of one phase to begin a new chapter.
While the road ahead may seem overwhelming, it will all make sense by the time the VIrgo FULL moon arrives on March 3, 2026—an extra powerful total lunar eclipse. In the meantime, keep dreaming and ideating. With the Virgo new moon square trailblazing Uranus in your visionary ninth house, remind yourself that letting go will also clear space for some supersized adventures.
Is your love life aligned with your long game trajectory? Much as you want to romanticize every interaction, zoom out and ask the bigger questions. With Mercury retrograde until August 11 and your ruling planet Venus in a tense angle to Mars from August 6 to 25, tension could spike between desire and direction.
Since July 30, Venus has been traveling through Cancer and your tenth house of goals, status and commitment. You may be rethinking what kind of relationship fits the life you’re building. Or, you’re realizing you’ve outgrown dynamics that no longer reflect your standards. Venus in Cancer doesn’t tolerate surface-level attraction anymore. It underscores the need for a partner who shows up, supports your vision and who understands that love isn’t separate from ambition—it’s part of it.
The game-changer? Mars lands in Libra on August 6, charging up your first house of identity, attraction and self-expression, through September 22. After weeks (or months) of reflection, you’re ready to take the lead. Confidence returns, and with it, your utterly irresistible spark. But temper those impulsive moves! It’s a little too easy to project your restlessness onto a partner, accusing them of being neglectful or passive when you’re avoiding dealing with your own life. Mars can be bold to the point of brashness, so give your emotions space to catch up before you initiate any major, romantic milestones.
One day to mark: August 12, when Venus and Jupiter unite in your career and legacy zone. A romantic storyline could intersect with your public or professional life—think: a LinkedIn flirtation, power couple potential, or a moment of “Wait…THEY like me?” Someone may express admiration in a way that feels surprisingly intimate. Already partnered? You and your S.O. might make a meaningful decision together: a big trip, a business launch, or even talks of an engagement or building a future with more structure.
Still, with Mercury just getting back on track, don’t rush the reveal. Mars in your sign can make you crave fast answers. But what’s unfolding now is too important to force. Trust the process.
By August 25, Venus slips into Leo and your eleventh house of friendship, community and future visions. Through September 19, romance may evolve through shared passions or a widening social circle. Love gets more playful, less pressured—and connections rooted in camaraderie could take on a sparkly new energy.
A situation you shelved earlier this month may circle back with new promise. Someone who wasn’t quite ready might be getting there—finally! And now that you’re clearer about what you want, you’ll know if it’s worth reinvesting.
Money flows best when the mission behind the paycheck inspires you. While the Leo Sun lights up your eleventh house of collaboration until August 22, brainstorm with people who “get” your vision. How can you team up for a shared success story?
Take those joint efforts slow, though: Mercury is retrograde in this same zone until August 11, so miscommunications with teams or tech glitches could temporarily stall progress. If you’re launching something new, delay the official reveal until Mercury is direct—and revisit ideas or contacts from earlier in the year. Something you shelved may deserve a second look.
On August 23, the Virgo new moon sweeps into your restful twelfth house, ushering in a quieter, more reflective cycle around finances. You could wrap up an old source of income or finally pay off a lingering debt. Just be cautious: disruptor Uranus squares this new moon from your eighth house of shared resources and trust. Watch for surprise expenses or complicated dynamics around joint ventures. If someone’s been vague about money, confront the issue directly.
Love Days: 9, 13
Money Days:19, 28
Luck Days: 17, 26
Off Days: 23, 14
