Monthly Astrological Forecast : AUGUST 2026
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ARIES
Love will be in the air all around you when Venus enters Libra on the 6th. Unmarried Rams may be rendered dumfounded by their lover’s spoken desire to permanently cement their relationship. Those seeking a partner for a new business may be approached by the perfect candidate. New clients will be beating a path to your door.
Mercury, the planet in charge of communications, enters the creative sign Leo on the 9th. He will help you to give full expression of your feelings to others. They will develop closer bonds with you as a result. New avenues for speculation will capture your interest. Doing extra research on them may reap a hefty profit.
Your ruling planet Mars enters Cancer on the 11th. He may propel you into having to take charge of mismanaged family matters. Exercise extreme diplomacy with relatives. Otherwise, you will be accused of being too bossy and they will fail to follow your astute lead.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th dares you to take a gamble with your heart. Be bold and forthright in the pursuit of love. Sitting back and being fainthearted will not pay off. Your imaginative talents will be begging to be utilized. Starting a new creative project will harvest many rewards.
No more excuses will be allowed to put off tasks when Mercury enters Virgo on the 25th. He will help you roll up your sleeves and take care of business in a practical and no-nonsense manner. Both physical and mental projects can be tackled with gusto.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th will require you to face the fact that certain situations in your life have reached the end of their cycle. It is time to move on from them. Otherwise, new and more fulfilling possibilities cannot enter and manifest.
TAURUS
Your ruling planet Venus enters Libra on the 6th. Little acts of kindness at the workplace can reap huge future rewards. Unattached Bulls may find love either on the job or through people they work with. Those shopping for new employment will receive many attractive offers.
On the 9th Mercury starts to travel through Leo. Allow his energies to open the lines of communication between yourself and family members. This is an excellent time for everyone concerned to get deep seated resentments off their chests. Voicing your opinions on how to run things in a less chaotic fashion will be met with greater reception.
Others may not be prepared for you becoming so uncharacteristically assertive in speech when Mars enters Cancer on the 11th. Channel some of your verbal aggression into being more passionate in work presentations. Management will be blown away, and you will be a giant step closer to a big promotion.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th can make you very emotionally restless with home and family. Thoughts of moving will be dancing through your head. Instead of surrendering to a move, why not investigate making changes with where you live? A good Feng Shui analysis will change the atmosphere of the living space immensely. Then you may find it is the right space after all.
With Mercury’s passage into Virgo on the 25th, your creative ideas will win a standing ovation. Do not keep your ingenious thoughts to yourself. They can prove to be quite inspirational to others.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th can test the strength of some bonds of your friendships. A situation or two may develop where they are forced to reveal where their true loyalties lie. Are they going to stick around, if the going gets rough or disappear?
GEMINI
Venus enters Libra on the 6th and Cupid hits you with some potent arrows. A new and exciting lover can appear in your life and rock your existence. Twins with children will spend more time with them and build happy, playful memories. Those wishing to conceive may have their dream fulfilled.
On the 9th Mercury starts his passage through Leo. Refrain from jumping to conclusions or making snap decisions. It will be more favorable for you to gather all the needed info before making commitments.
Fiery Mars enters Cancer on the 11th, and you will be fully focusing all your attention on increasing your financial worth. Zapped with just the right amount of Martian aggression, you will succeed at all costs to become more fiscally solvent. Taking the right calculated risks now can reap superb rewards.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th forces you to make quick and snap decisions. If you go by your first instinct with them, they will turn out to be successful. Trying a new way to advertise your business can turn out to be low cost but profitable. There will be a lot of interaction between yourself and siblings and neighbors.
Your ruling planet Mercury enters Virgo on the 25th. His passage will sharpen your powers of recall and help you retrieve even obscure facts from your memory bank. You can communicate in both a rational and personable way to others.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th may have you seriously questioning, if you are on the right career path. Does your current job utilize your talents to their fullest? If not, it might be the time to explore other possibilities. The eclipse might also decide it all for you by shaking things up in the form of a layoff or transfer.
CANCER
As Venus moves into Libra on the 6th, it is a wonderful time to invite your family over for a gathering at home. Her loving vibes will turn you into the perfect host or hostess for the occasion. Plus, it will give you a chance to mend any broken fences with family members.
Mercury entering Leo on the 9th will endow you with very brilliant and almost off-the-wall ideas on how to increase your income and savings. A big investment tip out the blue from an extremely unlikely source could wind up generating sizeable profits for you.
When Mars enters Cancer on the 11th, there will be no retreating into your famous shell. Others will be taken aback by your sudden burning no-holds-barred, bare ambition to succeed at all costs. His passage into your sign signifies the start of a new two-year cycle of growth for Crabs. It’s of utmost importance that you put into motion all that has been sitting on the shelf waiting to be actualized.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th may bring surprising financial opportunities your way. Be ready to act quickly so you can seize them and enjoy the benefits.
Mercury enters Virgo on the 25th and as a result, you may become too quick to jump to conclusions. Get all the facts before you voice your opinions or make impulsive decisions.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th can compel those attending school to make profound changes with their studies. Crabs, who have been toying with the idea of getting a degree or certification, will take the deep plunge. However, do steer clear of situations involving unrest or confrontations on campus.
LEO
When Venus travels into Libra on the 6th, you will come across as the master at wheeling and dealing. Others will easily fall prey to your compelling sales pitches and presentations. Where matters of the heart are concerned, you can easily discuss your true feelings to your beloved.
Mercury, the planet ruling communications enters your sign on the 9th. Now is the time to shine using the powerful speaking skills, which will be fully at your command. You will have a lot to say, and people will be eager to hear more.
With Mars entering Cancer on the 11th, you may find you will accomplish more by working independently on your own. Others may just hold you back or cause delays if you try to rely upon their assistance. Follow your gut instincts and you will not be proven wrong.
The Solar Eclipse on the 12th is in your Sun sign. It will make you desirous of being noticed more. Leos need to be admired as much as others need air to breath. Having a slight identity crisis can propel you into developing more of your inborn talents.
When Mercury starts his passage through Virgo on the 25th your head will be screwed on tight and able to make logical financial decisions. Review your expenditures and investments to achieve greater fiscal growth. Even little tweaks with incidentals and savings can lead to sound future rewards.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th can serve as a long past due wake-up call to get more involved with your investments. Things concerning your credit or taxes could come under scrutiny.
VIRGO
Venus will fatten your bank account when she enters Libra on the 6th. Opportunities to increase your income should materialize. Starting a sideline business now can bring great future profit. Where matters of the heart are concerned, only candidates who reek of stability should apply.
Your ruler Mercury transits into Leo on the 9th. With his passage exercise greater caution in speech. Things said can easily be misconstrued by the wrong party. Be forthright in what you have to say but temper it with a double dose of discretion.
You will adopt a “now or never” attitude concerning the pursuit of your innermost dreams when Mars enters Cancer on the 11th. By becoming single minded with goals, you can bring them into fruition. Seek the aid of friends. They can be highly instrumental in helping you achieve what you desire. New friends made now can also be instrumental in the push forward.
With the Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th, it might be in your best interests to take a backseat with projects. Others involved may be on a power trip, so why get plowed over? Let them step over each other in their race for applause. Your time to shine is not far off.
Your ruling planet Mercury enters your sign on the 25th. He will make you exceedingly mentally sharp with the ability to focus like a laser beam on important projects. Never one to dodge duties, you will live up to your Virgo reputation of being the hardest working sign in the zodiac.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th highlights your partnerships both personal and business. It presents a time to examine not only their needs in it, but yours as well. If it all balances out, the relationship can flourish. If it does not, it may be time to call it quits.
LIBRA
On the 6th Venus enters your sign. She will crown you the fairest of them all. Others will be captivated by your charming essence and appearance. Libras seeking love will have a hoard of admirers to choose from. Attached Libras can strengthen the loving bonds with their sweetie.
Mercury transits into Leo on the 9th. Expect your friends to give you the honest inside track as to if you are approaching career goals correctly. In case you are not, they will gladly point out some useful tips to get you in the right direction.
Mars will help you blaze a path towards achieving the heights in your career, when he enters Cancer on the 11th. Your accomplishments will be acknowledged, without you having to call attention to them. Libras who have been yearning to become self-employed should do so now. Those who already own a business should be expanding it.
The Solar Eclipse on the 12th makes you more conscious of social issues and politics. Getting actively involved and trying to make a difference will become increasingly important. You can also make some strong friendships by joining like-minded groups.
With Mercury entering Virgo on the 25th the best counsel you can get is your own. Your intuition will be strong and better equipped to fret out answers than seeking them from others.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th brings unexpected, difficult situations in dealing with employees or co-workers. One or more of them may have personal problems which can infect the workplace atmosphere, rendering it quite toxic. As a result, everyone’s job performance can be impacted in a negative way.
SCORPIO
Venus enters Libra on the 6th and can easily lure you into an ill-fated clandestine affair. Guard your heart and your bank account from insincere pleas for help. Otherwise, you can wind up getting bamboozled emotionally by a devious person.
Mercury entering Leo on the 9th helps you appear to be a big shot at work. Whatever you have to say, will come across with authority. Management will be blown away by your innovative suggestions. As a result, others may seek your advice on getting a better handle on their projects.
Your co-ruling planet Mars enters Cancer on the 11th. He may make you a little too verbally opinionated for your own good. If you are not cautious, you will come across as intolerant and narrow-minded. Others may avoid your company as a result. Stay away from writing scathing comments on social media sites too, or you may be banned from them.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th casts a bright spotlight on your career ambitions and professional performance. Management will be watching closely to see how you handle high-pressure situations. Rise to the occasion, and you could earn the opportunity to climb the corporate ladder.
Mercury transits into Virgo on the 25th. Use his passage to review your hopes, wishes and innermost dreams for the future. You cannot get to the right place, unless you know precisely where it is you want to go.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th puts your romantic relationship to the test. A bond built on mutual commitment can grow deeper and stronger, while one lacking that foundation may reach its end. Scorpios with children may also receive a timely reminder to pay closer attention to their needs and activities.
SAGITTARIUS
Get ready for your social life to start soaring when Venus enters Libra on the 6th. Love can be found for the unattached at group gatherings like clubs, organizational meetings, and rallies. You will also attract new friends into your sphere who excel at being positive and expansive in their thinking and lifestyle.
Mercury’s passage into Leo on the 9th makes you hungry to increase your knowledge about the world. Broaden your horizons by signing up for a class or two at the local community college. Your mind will readily soak up new creative concepts and ideas.
Mars beats a path into Cancer on the 11th and stirs up matters concerning joint investments and accounts. There could be some disagreements arising between you and your business or marriage partner as a result. Best not to let the fire of Mars turn the discussions into passionate arguments. Do take bold steps together but temper it with a solid strategy. Reviewing your current taxes and insurance policies can save you a lot of money.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th encourages you to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. A guided tour of sacred or spiritual sites could satisfy this longing while refreshing your outlook. The experience may expand your knowledge, keep you active, and deepen your higher awareness.
Sagittarians are famously known for their unbridled sense of candor. However, when Mercury enters Virgo on the 25th, keep it in check on the job. What you say and how you say it will be scrutinized by management.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th brings with it some unwanted drama into family relationships. Try to be an adult in handling them. Do not resort yourself or fall prey to another’s childish tactics. Your sense of inner security may be shaken up a little.
CAPRICORN
Venus enters Libra on the 6th, and you may find your professional and love life intertwine. You will be attracting potential lovers in high status positions. Your sparkling public image will draw many new clients to your door.
Mercury’s arrival into Leo on the 9th fine tunes your negotiation skills with handling money matters. Flashes of intuitive insights can help you get a better grasp on increasing business. Some extra strategic planning with professional decisions may be in order.
With Mars transit into your opposite sign Cancer on the 11th, the road to a harmonious relationship may be fraught with a lot of bumps along the way. Misunderstandings can easily develop if you turn into an old Goat and refuse to compromise at every bend in the path. Use the fiery Martian rays instead to build bridges of compromise.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th may improve your access to credit. If a loan or mortgage was previously denied, a new option could appear, helping you move closer to realizing your dreams.
On the 25th Mercury enters Virgo and your best educational experience might be had by going on a long-distance trip to a foreign land. You will learn volumes about others by experiencing different cultures firsthand.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th can mark a turning point with your communicational skills. It challenges you to learn to listen more before voicing your opinion on sensitive matters. You can also go through a radical realignment with some of your core beliefs and change your view on them.
AQUARIUS
The most romantic trip of the year can be found when Venus enters Libra on the 6th. The goddess of Love bestows amorous experiences in distant lands. Aquarians writers will receive rave reviews. Your public speaking skills will be applauded by captivated audiences.
Mercury starts his transit through Leo on the 9th, and you will now be able to get worrisome issues out in the open with your partner. They will be relieved you are being frank with them. Decisions should be reached mutually for all concerned to be happy.
When Mars treks into Cancer on the 11th, you will be incredibly driven to succeed at all tasks you are performing on the job. It will seem the more work you do, the more energized you get from it. However, that may not be the same case for fellow employees. Try to use some tact in dealing with their laziness and lack of enthusiasm to get them motivated. Otherwise, disputes can easily erupt, or complaints made to HR about you.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th brings opportunities to deepen your relationship with your partner. If you own a business, this is an ideal time to increase its visibility. Those looking for a new accountant or attorney may also find the right professional to represent them.
Mercury entering Virgo on the 25th will help fine tune your inborn intuitive abilities. You will be able to effortlessly translate the subtle nuances of others during conversations with them.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on the 28th will focus attention on your financial well-being. Use its dynamic energies to pave a new pathway to prosperity. Thoroughly go over all your expenses and weed out all unnecessary frivolous expenditures. Use your innovative and unconventional mental abilities to create new sources of income from work or investments.
PISCES
When Venus enters Libra on the 6th, you will find your financial situation clearing up almost magically. Loans sought after may be granted now. Your partner may experience a nice monetary boost too by getting a hefty bonus or long overdue raise.
Mercury entering Leo on the 9th makes you want to roll up your sleeves and get to work. Detailed work which seemed too tiresome to even start before, can now be attacked with vigor. Take advantage of co-workers and subordinates all wanting to lend a hand to help one another with projects.
Mars blazes into Cancer on the 11th. His passionate vibes will heat up the waters you are swimming in and turn you into an attraction magnet. Your distinctive sense of creativity will be infused into all that you do. Being on everyone’s invite list, you may have trouble picking which ones to attend.
The Solar Eclipse in Leo on the 12th reveals there is more effort needed to get co-workers to perform their tasks with a greater sense of harmony and helpfulness to all. Too much petty competition has developed between some of them.
It is advisable to seek collaboration or guidance when making significant decisions, particularly as Mercury enters Virgo on the 25th. Bouncing ideas with your partner is the best course to take. Their counsel can prove to be invaluable.
The Lunar Eclipse in your sign on the 28th finds you swimming in very emotional waters. You will begin to question if you are genuinely happy and fulfilled with your life’s direction. If you are not, the courage to make drastic changes to get to the right destination will be found within your being.