August 2026 Monthly Astrology Forecast For All Signs

MONTHLY HOROSCOPES

Month of August 2026

ARIES

From vulnerability to strength

Hot desires

Growth spurt

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Eclipse Season

August is action-packed, and although it’s eclipse season, there are plenty of thrilling moments for you.

Chiron, the wounded healer, was in your sign from 2018 until June this year. Wow, it’s been an intense journey. Chiron activates old wounds, but also shows you how you’ve risen from the pain and used your wounds as courage to thrive. The hurts are still there, and yes, they can be triggered, but you’ve learned so much about how strong you are.

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3 Aug — Chiron Retrograde

Chiron goes retrograde on the 3rd, taking you from the present into the past. If you’ve felt that your buttons have been pushed around abundance and security recently, Chiron is taking you back to heal the source. All of this is making you whole. It’s human nature to resist this process, but as a fierce Aries, you can push through and completely transform the original hurt.

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6 Aug — Venus Enters Your Love Zone

On the 6th, Venus enters your harmony and relationship zone, filling you with a desire to find peace in your closest relationships. This is one of the most auspicious times of the year for you. Love gets easier, and you feel more at peace within yourself.

Saturn has a bad reputation, uncalled for if you ask me! With Saturn in your sign, it is your personal mentor; you’re going to build lasting structure in your life. The Sun trine Saturn is bringing optimism about what you can achieve. It highlights the positive structures you’ve already put in place and shows you how to make them succeed.

You’re a radical ram, you act immediately once you know what to build. Embrace Saturn, work together, and you can’t go wrong.

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10 Aug — Intensity and Illusion

Intense passion, fuelled by Venus trine Pluto, gives you a rush of energy or obsession, channel it for good, or your desires consume you. It’s hot and overwhelming so handle with care. With Venus opposing Neptune on the same day, make sure the focus of your fixation isn’t a delicious illusion. The overall message is to trust your choices without losing yourself.

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11 Aug — Jam Packed

The 11th is jam packed with conflicting energy. Your ruler enters Cancer, Mercury opposes Pluto, but Mercury is trine Neptune that’s a lot of push me pull me. An argument leads to a clearer understanding of what’s real, if you discuss things gently with empathy, you’ll find your way through. Luckily there are good vibes today, the Hoo Har is sweetened by a surprise.

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12 Aug — Total Solar Eclipse in Leo

You’ll need your wits about you, with the Solar Eclipse on the 12th making you question who truly makes you happy. Now that the South Node is also in Leo, this eclipse is clearing the decks. It’s always hard to let go of things we have loved, or dreams we put our all into, but doing so is going to make you feel so much more powerful.

Thankfully affirmations arrive about how loved you are. Cherish these moments, they’re real and true. You’re investing in the experiences that make you happy, and the act of doing that boosts the possibilities around you.

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15 Aug — Mercury Conjunct Jupiter

You’re generally very optimistic this month, with pockets of inspiration and big-picture thinking. The peak of your hope and inspiration comes on the 15th, when Mercury conjuncts Jupiter in your creativity and happiness zone.

Even though eclipses can feel primal and heavy, there are many openings for lovely experiences that uplift your spirit plus you’ve navigated these waters before.

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17 Aug — Committing to the Vision

With Mercury trine Saturn on the 17th, you’re ready to commit to the new vision you have for your life while Venus sextile Jupiter on the same day gives you the support you need to get on with it.

Don’t let anyone push your buttons or pick your new dream apart, as also on the 17th, your ruler Mars is squaring Neptune. This can create family fogginess or you feeling a lack of support in the moment. Mars in Cancer is not helping either, on the one hand you’ll fight for your beloveds but on the other you could feel over sensitive to criticism in the home. Put all that energy into doing something practical and it will balance out.

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21 Aug — Relationship Questions

On the 21st, Venus opposes Saturn across your relationship axis, leaving you questioning the longevity of certain relationships. Draw a boundary if you need to. Saturn is your teacher until April 2028; the lessons are valuable. Saturn asks whether a relationship has the strength and structure to support the future you’re building. If it does, it goes much deeper so that you can really trust it.

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23 Aug — Sun Into Virgo

From the 23rd, the Sun in Virgo turns your attention towards work, health and the practical details of daily life. Mercury follows on the 25th. You may be determined to sort out your routines, organise your time or get a plan moving.

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28 Aug — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces

The Sun and Mercury square Uranus on the 28th, alongside the Lunar Eclipse, so plans could change suddenly. Unexpected news, disrupted arrangements throw you for a moment. Take a deep breath Aries, rather than rushing in horns primed.

The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th could bring a temporary lack of intuition or judgment. You may find yourself trusting blindly, with no clear view of which instinct is right or who to trust. The Eclipse churns up emotions you’ve pushed down don’t let it wobble you.

I wouldn’t make any life-changing decisions until next month, especially if an offer seems too good to be true. Charmers and con artists thrive under a Lunar Eclipse, and you’re slightly more vulnerable than usual to flattery and flannel.

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31 Aug — Jupiter Trine Saturn

Hold on, because by the 31st and the fabulous, generous-spirited and lucky Jupiter trine Saturn, you’re allowed to begin, moving from hope to certainty.

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In a Nutshell

August is action-packed despite eclipse season. Chiron retrograde on the 3rd sends you back to heal old wounds around abundance. Venus into your relationship zone on the 6th makes love easier. The 10th brings passionate intensity — keep your feet on the ground. The Solar Eclipse on the 12th clears the decks around happiness and old dreams; Mercury conjunct Jupiter on the 15th is your inspiration peak. The 17th asks for commitment to your new vision, with Mars square Neptune adding some family fog. The Lunar Eclipse on the 28th wobbles your intuition temporarily — hold off on big decisions. By the 31st, Jupiter trine Saturn brings you from hope to certainty.

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Key Transits

3 Aug — Chiron stations Retrograde

6 Aug — Venus enters Libra

6 Aug — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries

9 Aug — Mercury enters Leo

10 Aug — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius

10 Aug — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries

11 Aug — Mars enters Cancer

11 Aug — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius

11 Aug — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries

11 Aug — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini

12 Aug — Total Solar Eclipse / New Moon at 20° Leo

12 Aug — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini

13 Aug — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra

15 Aug — Mercury conjunct Jupiter at 10° Leo

16 Aug — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius

17 Aug — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries

17 Aug — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries

17 Aug — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo

21 Aug — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries

22 Aug — Sun in Leo opposition True North Node in Aquarius

23 Aug — Sun enters Virgo

23 Aug — Sun in Virgo trine Chiron in Taurus

25 Aug — Mercury enters Virgo

25 Aug — Mercury in Virgo trine Chiron in Taurus

26 Aug — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius

26 Aug — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries

27 Aug — Sun conjunct Mercury at 4° Virgo

28 Aug — Partial Lunar Eclipse / Full Moon at 5° Pisces

28 Aug — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini

28 Aug — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini

31 Aug — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries

TAURUS

Chiron turns retrograde, deepening the healing

Venus enters Libra, calling for balance and self-care

Eclipse season shakes up home, family and friendships

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Buckle up, Taurus, as Chiron, the wounded healer, who’s been with you since June, is going retrograde. Chiron digs deep into our most hidden corners; your wounds are being poked right now. You’ve been reevaluating your identity and questioning everything. The more honest you are, and the more you look your wounds in the eye, the greater the healing will be. There’s a strong possibility that a karmic connection from your past gets in touch, which drags up uncomfortable feelings. By the end of the month, you will view the relationship with fresh eyes and, hopefully, a sense of relief.

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Venus in Libra

Venus, your ruler, always gives you clear advice and magnetism. Venus moves into Libra on the 6th, entering your health and well-being zone. It’s asking, what are you devoted to, and how do you express your devotion? How good are you at taking care of yourself? As cosy as it is to treat yourself to your favourite snacks while bingeing podcasts, Venus is asking for balance: self-care, with a dose of time out to gather your thoughts.

Take yourself out for a date, immerse yourself in nature and cast your mind back to the wholesome things you enjoy. If you do that, you’ll be instantly recharged. Venus is also super active, connecting to Pluto, Neptune and wild card Uranus. It’s all part of the soul audit you’re going through. Yes, it’s a surprisingly unusual ride, but it peaks in your favour on the 17th with a sextile to Jupiter, the planet of good fortune. Think about what you want to explore and expand.

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Eclipse Season

It’s eclipse season, with a solar eclipse in Leo on the 12th. Eclipses leave us in the dark, then pull back the curtain for a reveal we don’t expect. With the eclipse in your home and family space, whatever you’ve been hiding in that area comes to the surface. Expect changes and reshuffles. The lunar eclipse, on the other hand, is helping you reimagine friendships and group connections. It’s time to put yourself out there, launch the project, hold the talk and show off your wares! Publishing, group chats and reflecting on what you thought you wanted to manifest are also highlighted. Your experience in all these areas will be radically different in six months’ time. We end the month on a high as Jupiter trines Saturn. Whatever you truly commit to has permission to be a success now.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month. Chiron turns retrograde in Taurus on the 3rd, poking at old wounds around identity and worth, so honesty is the way through. Venus moves into Libra on the 6th, asking you to balance self-care with real rest. Mercury enters Leo on the 9th, then conjuncts Jupiter on the 15th for a burst of bold ideas. The solar eclipse in Leo on the 12th shakes up home and family, and Venus sextiles Jupiter on the 17th for a lucky boost. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th reshuffles friendships and group plans, and we close the month strong as Jupiter trines Saturn on the 31st, rewarding whatever you’ve truly committed to.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (1st house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (1st)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (6th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (4th to 12th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (4th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (6th to 10th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (6th to 12th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (4th to 10th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (4th to 12th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (6th to 2nd)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (4th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (4th to 2nd)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (4th to 6th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (4th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (3rd to 10th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (3rd to 12th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (4th to 12th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (6th to 4th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (7th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (6th to 12th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (5th to 10th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (5th to 12th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (5th to 10th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (5th to 12th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (5th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (11th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (5th to 2nd)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (5th to 2nd)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (4th to 12th)

GEMINI

Eclipse season

Wild love

A message of hope

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Prepare your voice, Gemini, as Mercury is now fully direct; you’re going to need it! August is bringing a rare Chiron retrograde on the 3rd. Chiron hasn’t been retrograde in Taurus since 1983. Chiron is the planet of our core vulnerability, the wounds we hide that, once reconciled, turn into strength.

However, Chiron is extremely good at poking them, and right now you feel raw and vulnerable as it hits your 12th house of illusion, lies, lack of boundaries and, on a positive note, your witchy intuition. Perhaps in the past you ignored a hunch, and it didn’t turn out well? Whatever you do, pay attention to all the signs the Universe is giving you; don’t ignore your intuition. If you trust it, especially in intimate relationships, you’ll realise your power and its value.

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Mercury Meets Pluto

With Mercury, your ruler, tussling with Pluto, avoid fighting inevitable change. With your rapier wit, you’re fabulous at arguing, debating and finding the holes in others’ logic, but surrendering and letting go can occasionally be the winning move. Play that move now.

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Venus in Libra & Mars in Cancer

Venus, the planet of love, is entering your air sign friend Libra. Venus loves being in Libra and wants to share the joy with you! You’re as frisky as an otter in trout season. The more effort you put into your creativity, love, playfulness and, yes, banter, the more Venus will reward you. It’s one of the most exciting transits for you; what you put out there is well received now. Mars in Cancer is energising and grounding you, while encouraging you to step up a side hustle and create abundance from what you love, and that doesn’t need to be material.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

With the shape-shifting Leo solar eclipse on the 12th, think back to August 2018 and, if you’re old enough, August 1999. Did anything significant happen to you then? There’s a clue in the past that helps you understand what’s happening now. What have you been scared to say? It’s all coming out, and you’ll be stronger for it. Once it’s passed, you’ll know in your heart that it’s time to launch that idea, update your newsletter or start that singing class. Wherever your voice wants to go, give it freedom!

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse is shaking awake your unconscious fears. You might have a revelation around success and putting yourself out there in the world. If you have imposter syndrome, you can resolve it now. Not happy with work? Expect an awakening that gives you the courage to go for it.

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Key Dates

Mark these dates: the 15th, when Mercury, your ruler, joins forces with the planet of good fortune, which amplifies ideas. If there’s an important meeting or discussion you want to have, this is the ideal time. Your words are magnetic. On the 17th, Venus sextiles Jupiter, bringing an increase in love and affection, while Mercury, on the same day, gets personal with Saturn, allowing you to commit and manifest security. Watch your words on the 28th, as Uranus, the planet of the unpredictable, creates a little havoc around home and family. Be empathetic and careful with your words. As Uranus is in your sign, it’s probably you creating the chaos! If you want to bring changes to your home environment, introduce the themes gently.

Have a stunning month and embrace the transformations.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Gemini. Mercury turns fully direct just in time for Chiron to turn retrograde on the 3rd, poking at old wounds around trust and intuition in your twelfth house. Mercury tussles with Pluto too, so pick your battles. Venus moves into Libra on the 6th, turning up the charm and the banter, while Mars into Cancer on the 11th fuels a side hustle. The solar eclipse in Leo on the 12th pulls old August memories to the surface and asks you to finally say the thing. Mercury conjuncts Jupiter on the 15th for magnetic words, and Venus sextiles Jupiter while Mercury meets Saturn on the 17th, bringing love and commitment in the same breath. The lunar eclipse on the 28th shakes loose your fear of putting yourself out there, and Uranus stirs a little chaos at home the same day, so choose your words with care.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (12th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (12th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (5th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (3rd to 11th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (3rd)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (5th to 9th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (5th to 11th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (3rd to 9th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (3rd to 11th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (5th to 1st)

11 Aug 2026 — Mars enters Cancer (2nd house)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (3rd)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (3rd to 1st)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (3rd to 5th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (3rd)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (2nd to 9th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (2nd to 11th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (3rd to 11th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (5th to 3rd)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (6th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (5th to 11th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (4th to 9th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (4th to 11th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (4th to 9th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (4th to 11th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (4th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (10th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (4th to 1st)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (4th to 1st)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (3rd to 11th)

CANCER

Out of the shadows

River of riches

Centre stage

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Chiron, the wounded healer, who digs up our hidden vulnerabilities and wounds, is retrograde in Taurus for the first time since 1983.

Chiron is focusing on your friendships, collaborators and groups of people. How comfortable are you in a crowd? Have you got a buried memory of an embarrassing situation from the past? Were you made fun of in class, or did you put yourself out there and get knocked back? Chiron is going to reveal how this has held you back. It’s time to reclaim your right to belong.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

Eclipse season can be challenging for you as the Moon is your ruler. The solar eclipse in Leo is a real doozy. If you’re old enough, cast your mind back to 1999, which was the last time we had a full solar eclipse in Leo. That eclipse changed my life, and it all happened exactly on that day! I moved to the countryside and have never looked back. What happened to you? If you’re not old enough, think back to August 2018. The transformation for you is likely to be around abundance and security; the good news is that once you see what’s holding you back, you can make great leaps in this area.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse on the 28th wants you to examine your relationship to adventure, travel and study. Your wild spirit is waking up; you have a calling to stretch yourself and be spontaneous. Book that trip, sign up for that course and, most importantly, express your unique soul.

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Mercury Conjunct Jupiter & the Nodes

On the 15th, Mercury is conjunct Jupiter, so your wealth and abundance get a boost. Leo season is heavily focused on how secure you are. Do bear in mind that the Nodes of our destiny have recently shifted, with the South Node, what we need to leave behind, also being in Leo. What you once thought was the epitome of success and security is radically changing. Make way for the changes; eclipse season will not let you hold on to what no longer serves you. Letting go is all you can do now, but it will allow you to find true fulfilment and fly.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Cancer. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, digging into old wounds around friendship and belonging that go back further than you think. Venus moves into Libra on the 6th and Mercury follows into Leo on the 9th, both quietly firming up your finances. The solar eclipse in Leo on the 12th lands in your house of abundance and asks you to let go of what you thought security looked like. Mercury conjuncts Jupiter on the 15th for a real boost to your wealth, and Venus sextiles Jupiter on the 17th for good measure. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th wakes up your wanderlust, nudging you toward travel or study you’ve been putting off, and we close the month on the 31st as Jupiter trines Saturn, turning this month’s letting go into real, lasting security.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (11th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (11th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (4th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (2nd to 10th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (2nd)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (4th to 8th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (4th to 10th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (2nd to 8th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (2nd to 10th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (4th to 12th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (2nd)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (2nd to 12th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (2nd to 4th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (2nd)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (1st to 8th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (1st to 10th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (2nd to 10th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (4th to 2nd)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (5th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (4th to 10th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (3rd to 8th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (3rd to 10th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (3rd to 8th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (3rd to 10th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (3rd)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (3rd to 12th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (3rd to 12th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (2nd to 10th)

LEO

Month of a lifetime

Rebirth

Lucky you

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The Sacred Tumble Dryer

Oh my Goddess Leo, you are really in the sacred tumble dryer! Not only have the great karmic nodes shifted, with the South Node now in your sign, but it’s also eclipse season. Your ruler, the Sun, is having a total solar eclipse in YOUR SIGN! It’s safe to say that this month is going to be a game changer; life is shifting, and you are evolving.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Let’s start at the beginning. Chiron, the wounded healer (the asteroid that behaves like a comet), has a mighty punch and is hitting your sense of status and reputation. Any wounds around achievement, work and worth are being poked now. Chiron has not been retrograde in Taurus since 1983, so take it seriously. You are worth the world, no matter what you achieve materially; your soul is more valuable than any price. The universe is helping you understand that now.

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Mercury Enters Leo

In good news, Mercury, the silver-tongued, quick-witted planet of all things communication, is entering your sign on the 9th of August. Your words and ideas are spells now. Other people feel drawn to what you have to share and say. Take advantage of this to take the meeting, write the proposal or share your feelings. Mercury is opposing Pluto on the 11th, so you might have to fight for it, BUT Mercury is also trine Neptune, so your soul is calling you towards fresh territory.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

The solar eclipse on the 12th is a humdinger. Your identity is challenged in some way. You might feel murky or confused, but when the light comes back on, you’ll feel more you than ever before. The last total solar eclipse this close to the same degree of Leo was in August 1999. There was also a partial solar eclipse in Leo in August 2018 too. If you’re old enough, what happened? I’ll never forget the 1999 eclipse because it changed my destiny completely, and it happened exactly on that day. I ended up leaving London and moving to the countryside.

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The Days After the Eclipse

Whatever happens to you this month will be hugely significant. Take notes and keep a journal on how you’re feeling. I reckon it will be miraculous. Straight after the eclipse, Mercury in your sign sextiles Uranus, bringing in a surprise, and then sextiles Venus, the planet of love and abundance. That is not all! The real showstopper is when Mercury conjuncts Jupiter, the planet of good fortune, in your sign! It does not get better than that. If luck were on your side (which it will be), what would you do? Do it!

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse is in Pisces and is going to be intense as it hits all your primal buttons. How powerful do you feel? Are you giving your power away or being overwhelmed with jealousy, obsession or any negative emotion? The eclipse will sort it out. Perhaps you view someone as ‘better than you’, or you’re in awe of them; if so, they may topple off their pedestal. Why? So that you understand that you are equal to anyone on this earth. The eclipse reclaims your power.

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Closing the Month

We end the month with Jupiter in your sign getting cosy with Saturn in Aries; you’re ready to commit to your freedom now. This is one of the most extraordinary months of your life! Do come back for more details in your weekly, and if you want more info, join my members area on Micheleknight.com you can get your free yearly transits and detailed daily horoscopes based on your date, time and place of birth. I would say good luck, but you don’t need it as you have Jupiter on your side.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Leo. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, poking at old wounds around status and worth. Mercury moves into your own sign on the 9th, sharpening your words just as the South Node settles into Leo too. The total solar eclipse on the 12th lands right on your identity, and once the dust clears, Mercury sextiles Uranus and Venus in quick succession before conjuncting Jupiter on the 15th, the real high point of the month. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th digs into questions of power, and we close on the 31st as Jupiter in your sign gets cosy with Saturn, locking in a new kind of freedom.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (10th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (10th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (3rd)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (1st to 9th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (1st)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (3rd to 7th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (3rd to 9th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (1st to 7th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (1st to 9th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (3rd to 11th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (1st)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (1st to 11th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (1st to 3rd)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (1st)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (12th to 7th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (12th to 9th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (1st to 9th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (3rd to 1st)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (4th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (3rd to 9th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (2nd to 7th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (2nd to 9th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (2nd to 7th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (2nd to 9th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (2nd)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (8th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (2nd to 11th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (2nd to 11th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (1st to 9th)

VIRGO

A string of magic lanterns round your heart

old wounds around the road not taken

Let your intuition lead the way

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Eclipse Season Begins

What a month we’re entering, with Leo blazing through August, lighting wildfires in our hearts. It’s eclipse season, with a solar eclipse in Leo. There hasn’t been one quite like this since 1999. That total solar eclipse brought the most meaningful plot twist of my life. It took me out of London and into the countryside, where I found my destiny. Not old enough to remember? What was going on for you in August 2018? One thing is for sure: a new path is opening.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Let’s start at the beginning with another rare occurrence. Chiron, the mighty asteroid, is turning retrograde in Taurus, something that hasn’t happened since 1983. Chiron excavates our deepest wounds. The kind and magnificent centaur was accidentally shot by Hercules with an arrow poisoned with the Hydra’s incurable blood. As an immortal, he was in constant pain, ultimately giving up his immortality to free Prometheus, who had been chained to a rock by Zeus for giving fire to humans. His soul then became a constellation. During this retrograde, you’ll be looking at old wounds around travel, study and expressing your raw, authentic soul. Where do you wish you’d taken the road less travelled? Make sure you fit an adventure into August.

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Mercury Enters Leo

Leo energy festoons this month with energetic lanterns. The South Node has recently moved into Leo, joining your ruler Mercury and, of course, the Sun. When Mercury enters Leo on the 9th, the magic begins. Mercury moves into your 12th house of all things woo-woo and witchy, bringing intuitive visions and strange coincidences while also exposing liars and lies. If you have anything to hide, I’d sort it out before the eclipse. Trust your intuition above all else now. With Mercury trine Neptune, this dizzy dance will lead you back into your soul’s power while helping you feel more secure in your relationships.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

The solar eclipse on the 12th amplifies all of this. Eclipses take us into the darkness and our fears, but then throw us back into the light. How do you feel about your intuition? You’re more psychic than you realise; there will be signs, let your inner feral fairy out! Start taking your spiritual practices seriously. Love and illusion, romance and whimsy will also be on your mind.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse on the 28th, on the other hand, is in your opposite sign, Pisces, and brings a revelation about those relationships. Have you been ignoring a hunch or a deep ‘knowing’ about one of your closest relationships? The eclipse will bring it into the light. Don’t be afraid to talk about your feelings and express your vulnerability.

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Mercury Cazimi & Closing

There’s a Mercury cazimi on the 27th. What’s that? It’s when Mercury sits right in the heart of the Sun, sharpening your mind and helping you see exactly what needs to be done. Then, on the 31st, Jupiter trines Saturn, helping you put everything you’ve learned from this life changing month into action. Let yourself indulge in the whimsy and magic, Virgo, it will heal you.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a rich month, Virgo. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, unearthing old wounds around travel, study and the road you didn’t take. Venus moves into Libra on the 6th, and Mercury follows into Leo on the 9th, slipping into your twelfth house of intuition and hidden truths, so trust what you sense. The solar eclipse on the 12th throws that intuition into sharp relief, and the lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th shines a light on a relationship you’ve been quietly wondering about. Mercury sits cazimi in the heart of the Sun on the 27th, sharpening your mind, and we close the month on the 31st as Jupiter trines Saturn, turning this month’s insight into action.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (9th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (9th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (2nd)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (12th to 8th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (12th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (2nd to 6th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (2nd to 8th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (12th to 6th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (12th to 8th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (2nd to 10th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (12th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (12th to 10th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (12th to 2nd)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (12th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (11th to 6th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (11th to 8th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (12th to 8th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (2nd to 12th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (3rd)

LIBRA

Venus gets your through

Your power is poked

New soul fam

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Eclipse Season Begins

Libra, it’s eclipse season, and there’s rare magic brewing; drink it in like a fairy’s broth! Luckily for you, you have one of your favourite planetary happenings. Your ruler, Venus, the planet of love and abundance, is entering your sign! Lets be honest, eclipse season is no picnic; we’re confronted with our fears and made to face things we would probably rather avoid. Venus will be your guardian on this wild journey. There’s great treasure under the rocks you’ll be turning over, but just like any great mystery, you won’t know the outcome until you come out the other side.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Flaming August kicks off with a rare Chiron retrograde in Taurus; we haven’t had this since 1983. Chiron is the wounded healer. Accidentally struck by Hercules’ poisoned arrow, he suffered so much that he gave up his immortality to free Prometheus, who was chained to a rock for giving humans fire. Chiron was famous for being a great healer but could not heal himself. Chiron poking our wounds might feel mean; but it has a point, it’s diagnosing what’s wrong so we can rise. This retro backwards cha cha cha is hitting your primal zone. Pay attention if you feel jealous, obsessed or powerless. The point is to know your power and step into it. When did you feel at your most powerless and most powerful? Reflect and transform.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

The main flavour of this month is Leo. The karmic nodes have just changed, which means we are heading for a new destiny and also releasing the old one. Mercury goes into Leo on the 9th, and the solar eclipse is on the 12th. Are you old enough to remember what happened during the solar eclipse in 1999? My life has been unrecognisable since that exact day, in a good way! Not old enough to remember that? What about August 2018? Whatever happens to you with this one, it’s going to be big. The themes arising for you are community, friendships, manifesting and feeling part of the whole. There will be huge shifts in this area. You’ll leave the boring group chat you’ve outgrown. You could end up KNOWING you can manifest, with one desire possibly being delivered. You might stumble into a fresh soul family or find the courage to lead. Be very honest with yourself and take the right action.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse is a totally different cream cheese that demands you look at your habits and patterns. Who and what are you devoted to? You’ll notice small changes make a big difference. Audit your daily routines and let go of what isn’t working.

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Venus Gets Busy

Venus is very active this month and is likely to bring a new love cycle around the 10th, when Venus trines Pluto, the planet of transformation. Pluto is normally like a smack around the chops, but this time the change is radical, but gentle. Venus does oppose Neptune, the planet of illusion, in your relationship zone, so avoid falling for a delicious fantasy. You’ve got important decisions to make around your beloveds, so keep it real. Embrace and flaunt your skills as you’re catnip to everyone!

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Mercury Cazimi & Closing

We end the month with a gorgeous Mercury/Sun cazimi. That’s when Mercury sits in the heart of the Sun. Pay attention to the ideas, signs and conversations that appear around then because they could change everything. Trust your whimsy on this one.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Libra. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, digging into old wounds around power and control. Venus, your ruler, moves into your own sign on the 6th, and Mercury follows into Leo on the 9th, lighting up your house of friendships and community. Venus trines Pluto on the 10th for a real shift in love, while opposing Neptune the same day, so keep your eyes open. The solar eclipse on the 12th shakes up your social world, and the lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th asks you to audit your daily habits. Mercury sits cazimi with the Sun on the 27th, clarifying your ideas, and we end on a hi on the 31st as Jupiter trines Saturn, helping you put it all into action for lasting success.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (8th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (8th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (1st)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (11th to 7th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (11th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (1st to 5th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (1st to 7th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (11th to 5th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (11th to 7th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (1st to 9th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (11th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (11th to 9th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (11th to 1st)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (11th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (10th to 5th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (10th to 7th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (11th to 7th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (1st to 11th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (2nd)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (1st to 7th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (12th to 5th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (12th to 7th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (12th to 5th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (12th to 7th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo, Mercury cazimi (12th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (6th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (12th to 9th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (12th to 9th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (11th to 7th)

SCORPIO

Put your snorkel on you’re going deep

Who was the love of your life?

The past returns

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Eclipse Season Begins

Scorpio, a rare wild energy is burning through August. It’s eclipse season with an extra layer of unusual. The last time there was a total solar eclipse this close to the same degree in Leo was in 1999; that proved to be life-changing for me. My whole life path changed, and it led me to where I am now. Not old enough to remember that? What were you up to in August 2018? You’ll understand the vibe better than anyone; it involves a journey into the shadows to come out transformed. You know what that’s like.

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Leo Season & Reputation

The whole flavour of the month is Leo energy, and for you it’s all about how you see yourself in the world, your reputation and what success means to you. Your views on that are going to change radically. Even if it wasn’t for the unusually intense eclipse in Leo, the karmic nodes have changed, with the South Node, what we leave behind, now also in Leo. Don’t fight this; it’s time to reevaluate what’s important.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Before the solar eclipse, you have to navigate another intense and rare event: Chiron retrograde in Taurus. We haven’t had a Chiron retrograde in Taurus since 1983. The healing you’re doing is going to be around love and relationships; an ex could show up, or you might hear about them. You might have a wave of sentimentality, but it’s far deeper than that. Chiron is the wounded healer and goes right to our most vulnerable spots. What is the plot of your relationship history? If your love life were a film, would it be a thriller, a romantic comedy or a silent movie? However your love life has expressed itself, you are healing.

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Venus Trine Pluto

There’s a lovely Venus trine to your ruler, Pluto, on the 10th, which is a magical gateway into a softer you. Your home and family get a vibration reset, and it’s easier than normal. Although, on the same day, Venus opposes Neptune, so keep it real.

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Lunar Eclipse & Closing

The second eclipse is a lunar eclipse in Pisces, and this time you’re transforming around pleasure and creativity. What or who brings you the most joy? The eclipse is reminding you to invest in your own happiness, and doing what you love could be the key you’re looking for. Over the next six months, you’ll likely discover new experiences that take you to the next level of wonder and joy. I so wish that for you. It doesn’t get much more serious than this. August is putting you centre stage and increasing your authority. You get to build on that on the 31st, when Jupiter and Saturn connect to give you a secure structure to get stuck into.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a defining month, Scorpio. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, stirring old wounds in love and relationships, so don’t be surprised if an ex resurfaces. Mercury moves into Leo on the 9th, lighting up your reputation just as the solar eclipse arrives on the 12th and asks you to rethink what success really means to you. Venus trines Pluto on the 10th for a softer, easier home life, though it opposes Neptune the same day, so keep your feet on the ground. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th turns your attention to pleasure and creativity, and we close the month on the 31st as Jupiter meets Saturn, giving you a secure structure to build on.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (7th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (7th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (12th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (10th to 6th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (10th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (12th to 4th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (12th to 6th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (10th to 4th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (10th to 6th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (12th to 8th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (10th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (10th to 8th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (10th to 12th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (10th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (9th to 4th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (9th to 6th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (10th to 6th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (12th to 10th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (1st)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (12th to 6th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (11th to 4th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (11th to 6th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (11th to 4th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (11th to 6th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (11th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (5th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (11th to 8th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (11th to 8th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (10th to 6th)

SAGITTARIUS

Glowing up

Surprise adventure

Release that old fantasy

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Eclipse Season Begins

Sagittarius, you’re always prepared for a new adventure… or are you? Eclipse season is testing that theory and confronting you with the question of how free you truly are. The wild pony of the zodiac, you always look as though you’re planning your next escape or plotting a trip to distant shores, but what’s going on deep inside? You’re about to find out, and with it comes a rerouting of your beliefs. Whatever way you look at it, fiery Leo energy is bringing temptations and plot twists.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Just to add a bit more spice to the cosmic mix, Chiron, the wounded healer, is going retrograde in Taurus for the first time since 1983. Chiron pokes at our vulnerability and hidden pain, and in this instance, it’s trampolining all over your health and well-being, what you’re devoted to and your daily routines. Where is your wound here? Look back to a time when you were happy in one of those areas and recreate that structure in a new form.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

The solar eclipse in Leo hides your destiny, then Ta – da! pulls back the curtain on a future you never would have dreamed of. Your desires are slipping into another outfit, and it looks good on you. Perhaps your wild child is growing up, so the adventures you have, whether they’re travel, love or intellectual pursuits, become more intentional. In your youth, your enthusiasm often outran practicality. With Mercury also entering Leo on the 9th, you’ll have all the details you need to make your choices. We aren’t talking casual camping here, but a total overhaul of where you see yourself in six months. As Mercury is also in your 9th house, try to avoid oversharing or enthusiastic truth-monstering.

The solar eclipse in Leo is dramatic; it’s built that way. The total solar eclipse in Leo in 1999 was a soul transformer, and this one will be too. Too far back to remember? What was going on for you in August 2018? Think about it as this is the next level of the same game.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse on the 28th is asking a different question: what do home and family mean to you? Your view of that is changing too, you want to fold in freedom as well as security. It’s doubly important as the karmic North and South Nodes have changed signs. The South Node, which represents what we are releasing, is also in Leo. You’re shedding a skin.

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Closing the Month

August ends on a high note, with your ruler Jupiter connecting to Saturn in your inspiration, joy and creativity zone. You’re committing to what and who you love and finally finding the elusive balance you’ve been craving.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Sagittarius. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, digging into old wounds around health, routine and what you’re devoted to daily. Mercury moves into Leo, your own ninth house, on the 9th, right before the solar eclipse arrives there on the 12th and reroutes your beliefs about the future. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th turns your attention to home and family instead, asking what those words really mean to you now. We close the month on the 31st as your ruler Jupiter meets Saturn in your zone of joy and creativity, finally finding the balance you’ve been craving.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (6th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (6th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (11th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (9th to 5th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (9th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (11th to 3rd)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (11th to 5th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (9th to 3rd)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (9th to 5th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (11th to 7th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (9th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (9th to 7th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (9th to 11th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (9th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (8th to 3rd)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (8th to 5th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (9th to 5th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (11th to 9th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (12th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (11th to 5th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (10th to 3rd)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (10th to 5th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (10th to 3rd)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (10th to 5th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (10th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (4th)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (10th to 7th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (10th to 7th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (9th to 5th)

CAPRICORN

Power up!

Stunning news

Healing the past

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Eclipse Season Begins

Capricorn, you’ll need all your power and tenacity to make the most of this wild month. August is ablaze with Leo energy, and it’s eclipse season. There’s a solar eclipse in Leo that’s very close to the one we had in 1999; in fact, I’m surprised there isn’t a lot more hoo-ha about it! August 1999 was a destiny-changing event. If you can’t think back that far, then take a look at August 2018. You’re dealing with a host of primal emotions.

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

How powerful do you feel? What’s stopping you from reaching your full potential? Is there an issue you need to resolve around life, death, rebirth, sex, obsession, money or shared resources? Whichever area needs a transformation is going to get it. This is more than a lick of paint; the eclipse is rebuilding you from the ground up. In six months, you’ll be astounded by what you’ve achieved and how far you’ve grown. Of course, eclipses have a reputation for being tricky and unpredictable, so make sure you take time to recharge and nurture yourself in the process.

We can trust the message of the eclipse, as it’s not acting alone. Mercury is joining the Leo rave, so the transmissions will be clear. More importantly, the karmic nodes have recently changed signs, with the south node, which shows us what to release, also in Leo. Your relationship to power is being transformed.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Chiron, the wounded healer, is also going retrograde in Taurus for the first time since 1983. This is hitting your zone of creativity, pleasure, romance and play. Have you forgotten how to enjoy yourself without turning it into another goal to achieve? Old wounds around being seen, expressing yourself or allowing yourself pleasure may come up. You don’t have to earn joy, Capricorn.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse on the 28th is a whole different enchilada; you’re put on notice that you’ll likely receive a shocking, exciting or wild piece of information. Remember, the eclipse doesn’t reveal everything straight away, so it might take you a little time to figure it out. Get out your deerstalker hat and pipe and piece the news together like the giant cosmic jigsaw puzzle it is. An idea might also inspire you; it’s time to take yourself seriously and know you’re a skilled communicator.

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Closing the Month

The month ends on a positive note, with Saturn, your ruler, making a satisfying trine to Jupiter, the planet of good fortune. You’re thinking big and have a splash of luck on your side; stretch those boundaries and believe in the power of you.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Capricorn. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, stirring old wounds around pleasure, creativity and allowing yourself to be seen. Mercury moves into Leo on the 9th, joining the solar eclipse that arrives on the 12th in your zone of power, sex and shared resources, so expect a real rebuild rather than a touch-up. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th lands in your third house of ideas and communication, delivering a piece of news that takes time to piece together. We close the month on the 31st as your ruler Saturn trines Jupiter, giving you the confidence to think bigger and stretch your boundaries.

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3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (5th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (5th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (10th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (8th to 4th)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (8th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (10th to 2nd)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (10th to 4th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (8th to 2nd)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (8th to 4th)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (10th to 6th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (8th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (8th to 6th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (8th to 10th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (8th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (7th to 2nd)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (7th to 4th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (8th to 4th)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (10th to 8th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (11th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (10th to 4th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (9th to 2nd)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (9th to 4th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (9th to 2nd)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (9th to 4th)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (9th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (3rd)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (9th to 6th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (9th to 6th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (8th to 4th)

AQUARIUS

Eclipse season turns up the heat

Ancestral healing

Surprising breakthroughs

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

Aquarius, we’re stepping into a volcanic month stuffed to the brim with Leo energy. Leo is your opposite sign, so August is all about relationships. Eclipse season brings a great shake-up to your intimate relationships. We haven’t had anything quite like this since the destiny-changing eclipse of 1999. If that’s too far back, cast your mind to August 2018. How were your relationships shifting then?

Look at those closest to you with fresh eyes. In long-term friendships and relationships, we can make assumptions about how the bond is going. We rely on the past to inform the present, but that doesn’t work as well as we think because we’re all evolving. You’re not the same person you used to be. Which partnerships bring you peace? Which uplift you? Have there been any long-term problems you’ve been avoiding? One way or another, the eclipse brings the answer. Eclipses don’t usually reveal everything at once; it’s a six-month process, but there will be clues. Even Aquarius can’t analyse their way out of an eclipse, although I know you’ll have a good go.

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Mercury Enters Leo

Luckily, Mercury, the planet of communication, is also entering Leo on the 9th, helping you navigate important conversations and find balance. Mercury opposes Pluto in your sign on the 11th, so avoid ultimatums unless you’re prepared to follow through. Venus trine Pluto is on your side, giving you the charm you need to handle conflict. If your relationships are healthy, you’re building lasting foundations now. You’ll also be drawn to people who are spontaneous and up for an adventure.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Another rare and life-changing transit is Chiron, the wounded healer, going retrograde in Taurus for the first time since 1983. Chiron focuses on healing our buried wounds, the ones that feel overwhelming. In your case, Chiron is carving a path back through your home and family zone. Old family stories, childhood patterns or inherited beliefs may surface. They’re coming up because you’re ready to deal with them. Once healed, you’ll feel far more secure in your world. There’s also the possibility of a home move or a transformation within your family.

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Lunar Eclipse & Closing

The second eclipse is a lunar eclipse in Pisces, impacting your security and abundance. Once you shift your fears around security or self-worth, you’ll stop holding yourself back. You may have felt as though you’ve been walking through treacle, but the eclipse sets you free. There are several highlights this month, including Mercury conjunct Jupiter on the 15th. All the overthinking finally gives way to answers, and you’ll know exactly how to improve your closest relationships.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a big month, Aquarius. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, surfacing old family stories and inherited beliefs you’re finally ready to deal with. Mercury moves into Leo on the 9th, sharpening your conversations just as the solar eclipse arrives on the 12th and asks you to look at your closest relationships with fresh eyes, past patterns and all. Mercury opposes Pluto on the 11th, so save the ultimatums for when you mean them. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th shifts old fears around security and self-worth, and Mercury conjuncts Jupiter on the 15th, turning all that overthinking into real answers. We close the month on the 31st as Jupiter trines Saturn, helping you build something that lasts.

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Transits This Month

3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (4th house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (4th)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (9th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (7th to 3rd)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (7th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (9th to 1st)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (9th to 3rd)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (7th to 1st)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (7th to 3rd)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (9th to 5th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (7th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (7th to 5th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (7th to 9th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (7th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (6th to 1st)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (6th to 3rd)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (7th to 3rd)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (9th to 7th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (10th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (9th to 3rd)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (8th to 1st)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (8th to 3rd)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (8th to 1st)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (8th to 3rd)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (8th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (2nd)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (8th to 5th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (8th to 5th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (7th to 3rd)

PISCES

Swimming in the depths

New Identity

Luna Eclipse frees you

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Eclipse Season Begins

Magical Pisces, you’re entering a month of fire and ice. There’s an overwhelming amount of Leo energy. Not only have the karmic Nodes recently changed signs, with the South Node showing us what we must let go of, but there’s also a solar eclipse, the like of which we haven’t seen since 1999. And boy, was that a life changer. Too far back? What transformed in late August 2018?

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Solar Eclipse in Leo

You’re being told in no uncertain terms to look at your patterns and habits, along with your health and well-being. Devotion is another aspect of this vibe, and the South Node is helping you move away from situations you’ve outgrown. Within six months, your devotion will be focused on an entirely different theme. Mercury enters Leo on the 9th, helping you communicate and understand what you need to do next.

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Mercury’s Bright Aspects

At certain points, you’ll experience Leo like the big friendly lion: warm, bouncy and magical. Mercury is trine your ruler, Neptune, helping you talk your way into a dream opportunity. Mercury is also sextile Uranus, bringing a delightful conversation that ends up being far more important than you first thought. You’re swimming in the deep end of the ocean now, and the current is asking you to explore a transformed version of yourself.

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Chiron Turns Retrograde

Chiron, the wounded healer, is making a rare retrograde in Taurus. This hasn’t happened since 1983! Chiron likes to excavate our most sensitive wounds, and the spotlight is on your communication. It’s a big topic. What’s your relationship with your inner voice? Do you cheerlead yourself, or are you self-critical? Chiron is helping you find your voice, but it might involve taking a time machine back into the past to discover where you lost it.

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Lunar Eclipse

The lunar eclipse is the most significant because it happens in your sign. You’re forging a new identity. You can no longer hold on to what other people want you to be. The eclipse empowers you to speak your truth, and you will. You embody the fierceness you need. What does the new you want to step into? This is a rare opportunity for you and, like the salmon making its seemingly impossible journey upstream, you are returning home.

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In a Nutshell

It’s a defining month, Pisces. Chiron turns retrograde on the 3rd, asking hard questions about your inner voice and whether you’re your own cheerleader or your own worst critic. Mercury moves into Leo on the 9th, putting your health, habits and daily devotion under the spotlight just as the solar eclipse arrives on the 12th. Mercury trines your ruler Neptune and sextiles Uranus soon after, opening the door to a real opportunity and a conversation that matters more than it first seems. The lunar eclipse on the 28th lands in your own sign, asking you to finally speak your truth and step into who you’re becoming. We close the month on the 31st as Jupiter trines Saturn, giving you the structure to carry it all forward.

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Transits This Month

3 Aug 2026 — Chiron stations retrograde at 0° Taurus (3rd house)

5 Aug 2026 — Third Quarter Moon in Taurus (3rd)

6 Aug 2026 — Venus enters Libra (8th)

6 Aug 2026 — Sun in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (6th to 2nd)

9 Aug 2026 — Mercury enters Leo (6th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Pluto in Aquarius (8th to 12th)

10 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Neptune in Aries (8th to 2nd)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo opposition Pluto in Aquarius (6th to 12th)

11 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Neptune in Aries (6th to 2nd)

11 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra trine Uranus in Gemini (8th to 4th)

12 Aug 2026 — Solar Eclipse in Leo (6th)

12 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini (6th to 4th)

13 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Libra (6th to 8th)

15 Aug 2026 — Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Leo (6th)

16 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (5th to 12th)

17 Aug 2026 — Mars in Cancer square Neptune in Aries (5th to 2nd)

17 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (6th to 2nd)

17 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in Leo (8th to 6th)

19 Aug 2026 — First Quarter Moon in Scorpio (9th)

21 Aug 2026 — Venus in Libra opposition Saturn in Aries (8th to 2nd)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (7th to 12th)

26 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (7th to 2nd)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius (7th to 12th)

27 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo quincunx Neptune in Aries (7th to 2nd)

27 Aug 2026 — Sun conjunct Mercury in Virgo (7th)

28 Aug 2026 — Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (1st)

28 Aug 2026 — Mercury in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (7th to 4th)

28 Aug 2026 — Sun in Virgo square Uranus in Gemini (7th to 4th)

31 Aug 2026 — Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn in Aries (6th to 2nd)

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