Monthly Horoscope - August 2025

As August 2025 unfolds, the cosmic tapestry shifts, weaving a narrative of recalibration, grounded vision, and profound inner work. We emerge from the fiery embrace of Leo season, transitioning into the meticulous energy of Virgo. This month calls for diplomacy, self-reflection, and a conscious re-evaluation of our paths.

Here's your monthly horoscope, embracing the shadowy depths and empowering transformations:

Aries (March 21 - April 19)1

This August, the focus shifts dramatically to your relationships, Aries. With Mars, your ruling planet, entering diplomatic Libra on August 6th, you may find your usual direct approach softened, requiring more grace and tact.2 This transit highlights the need for balance and compromise in your partnerships. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th illuminates your social circles, urging you to re-evaluate who truly supports your vision and who merely applauds for convenience.3 This is not about sacrificing your fierce individuality, but about learning to lead with empathy and empower those around you. Mercury stationing direct mid-month brings clarity to your self-expression, allowing you to speak your truth with renewed confidence after a period of introspection. Embrace the discomfort of negotiation; it leads to deeper, more authentic connections.

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

August brings a compelling call for work-life balance and a re-evaluation of your daily rituals, Taurus.4 Mars entering Libra on August 6th in your house of routine and wellness nudges you towards harmonizing your efforts. It's about finding ease within your productivity, not just relentless hustle. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd offers a potent reset for your health and habits. This is a sacred invitation to upgrade how you nourish yourself, both internally and externally. After Mercury goes direct mid-month, any creative projects or ideas that felt stalled will gain clarity, allowing you to move forward with a refined vision. Venus, your ruling planet, enters fiery Leo on August 25th, bringing a passionate and playful energy to your social sphere.5 Let your inner artist shine, and embrace the joy of being seen in your most authentic form.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

The first half of August may still feel shrouded in a cosmic fog, Gemini, with Mercury, your ruling planet, in retrograde until mid-month. Resist the urge to rush for clarity; it will come in its own time. This period has been an internal rewiring, and you're emerging with more self-awareness. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th brings profound emotional insight, particularly around your studies, communication patterns, or a spiritual path you've been exploring. Trust that not everything needs a logical explanation to be real. The presence of Venus and Jupiter in your sign this month is a powerful alignment for growth and financial expansion. Embrace the opportunities that come your way, especially those requiring verbal communication or new skills. Your wit and charm are amplified, but use them with intention.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

August deepens the emotional currents for you, Cancer, stirring themes of intimacy, shared resources, and profound personal transformation.6 The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th illuminates your house of transformation, urging you to release what you've clung to, even if it's familiar. This evolution may involve letting go of a person or a pattern that no longer serves your highest good. With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, issues around home and family come to the forefront.7 Seek harmony, not martyrdom. This transit asks you to advocate for your needs within your domestic sphere, finding diplomatic solutions that honor everyone involved. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd encourages practical steps towards healing and clarity, especially concerning shared resources.8 Your inherent intuition is your compass; trust its whispers.

Leo (July 23 - August 22)

This month, Leo, the spotlight is on your internal world and how it influences your external abundance. With the Sun still in your sign for much of August, your energy is high, radiating your natural charisma. However, the Mercury retrograde until August 11th has been a deep dive into self-worth and how you claim your desires. Expect a powerful shift in your voice and confidence as it stations direct. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th highlights your partnerships, urging you to examine where you are sharing your stage. You are the muse, but also remember to connect on basic terms with those closest to you. The Sun enters dutiful Virgo on August 22nd, shifting your focus to practical matters, especially finances. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd is an opportune moment to set intentions for financial stability and cultivating a sense of inner security. Venus entering your sign on August 25th brings a renewed zest for life and love; let your heart shine brightly.

Virgo (August 23 - September 22)9

August is a pivotal month for you, Virgo, as your season begins on August 22nd, ushering in a period of discernment and grounded progress. The Mercury retrograde until August 11th may have brought some confusion around your daily routines or health matters; its direct station will bring the clarity you crave. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th lights up your house of work and service, asking you to reconsider your contribution to the collective. Are your efforts aligned with your true purpose? With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, you may feel a renewed desire to bring more balance and beauty into your workflow. The New Moon in your sign on August 23rd marks a clean, quiet reset. This is your moment to plant seeds for routines that feel sacred and sustainable, rather than stifling. Harness your natural gifts of precision and healing to create a life that truly serves you.

Libra (September 23 - October 22)

With Mars entering your sign on August 6th, Libra, you are handed both a sword and a scale.10 Your strength this month lies in fighting for balance and advocating for what is right, but with your inherent diplomacy. This energy can supercharge your drive, yet also wear you out if not directed wisely. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th could shake up a romantic or creative situation, urging you to follow your heart's true desires, not the crowd's expectations. This transit calls for radical authenticity in your self-expression. The Mercury retrograde until mid-month may have brought reflections on your inner world and hidden patterns; its direct motion brings clarity to these deep-seated issues. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd ushers in a month of introspection, inviting you to retreat and reconcile your inner world with your exciting social plans.11 Balance your need for connection with periods of solitude for deep processing.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

August brings a quiet, yet profound, transformation behind the scenes for you, Scorpio. With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, subconscious tensions may be stirred. Be mindful of passive-aggressive tendencies or hidden resentments that may surface. This transit encourages you to channel your energy into healing rather than outward hustling. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th highlights your house of home and roots, urging you to release any foundational patterns or family dynamics that no longer serve your growth. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd helps you envision your role within your community with fresh eyes. Let service and a renewed vision anchor you. This is a powerful month for inner work, allowing you to clear the emotional slate and prepare for new connections. Trust that stillness is sacred, and your intuition is your most reliable compass.

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

August is about aligning your goals with your deepest beliefs, Sagittarius. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th illuminates your house of communication and perspective, pushing you to question old narratives and embrace a broader view.12 This period encourages deep reflection on what you truly believe. With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, your attention shifts to friendships and community. You may find yourself mediating conflicts or being called to meet others halfway from a place of relational maturity. The Mercury retrograde until mid-month has asked you to examine your long-term goals and aspirations; its direct motion brings clarity to your path forward. As the Sun enters Virgo on August 22nd and the New Moon follows on August 23rd, your focus shifts to career and public image. This is a time to refine your professional profile and make intentional commitments that support your expansion in the world.

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

There's power in your presence this month, Capricorn. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th lands in your house of values and self-worth, prompting you to check if your external efforts truly align with your inner intuition.13 It's a call to release what doesn't resonate with your authentic self. With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, your career and public reputation become a focal point. You may feel an increased drive to achieve, but also a need for diplomatic navigation within professional partnerships. This transit can bring both recognition and added responsibilities. As fellow earth sign Virgo season kicks off on August 22nd, a draft of fresh air blows into your house of belief systems and broader perspectives.14 The New Moon on August 23rd invites you to make a spiritual or educational commitment that supports your personal expansion and helps you shed old, constricting beliefs.

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

This is a pivotal month for you, Aquarius, the kind that draws a clear "before" and "after." The Full Moon in your sign on August 9th is your personal spotlight, bringing a culmination in your personal journey. What do you need to release in order to evolve? What masks are ready to drop? Let yourself be seen in your raw, authentic truth. Mercury going direct mid-month helps you untangle any recent confusion in your relationships, allowing for clearer communication. Practical Virgo season illuminates your house of shared resources and transformation, urging you to look at your deeper emotional world and how you merge with others.15 The New Moon on August 23rd is your moment to choose healing, clarity, and conscious connection. Venus entering Leo on August 25th highlights romantic dynamics, allowing you to see clearly who is truly aligned with your unique spirit. Practice radical authenticity in all your interactions.

Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

August nudges you to clean the emotional and energetic slate, Pisces. The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th highlights your house of the subconscious, letting you release underlying, possibly frustrating, emotions you've been holding onto. This is a time for deep internal emotional work. With Mars entering Libra on August 6th, your focus may shift to shared resources, intimacy, and profound transformation. You're called to navigate these deep waters with diplomacy and a gentle firmness. The Virgo New Moon on August 23rd shines brightly in your partnership house, asking you to reflect on who you are choosing to walk beside you.16 This is an opportune time to set intentions for healthier, more balanced connections. Mercury's shift direct mid-month may clarify a health or work matter that has felt muddled. Trust that stillness is sacred, and your intuition is your unwavering compass through this transformative month.