It’s horoscope time! Check out what’s in store for you this month by reading through the larger themes of these August 2024 horoscopes, then finding your specific sign below.

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Aries - Cultivating Desire

March 21 – April 19

A refreshing New Moon in Leo on August 4th encourages you to make daily life as romantic as possible. This theme could easily be translated to love, especially when working closely with your beloved—or forging closer connections in the workplace. But the most powerful romance you’ll experience this month is with yourself in the divine act of co-creating your day-to-day life with the universe. Your focus = MiracleGro.

Then, buckle up for Mercury’s wild retrograde ride from August 5th until the 28th. The trickster planet first sweeps through your work sector, kicking up a whirlwind of pesky edits and revisions. After August 14th, Mercury then slides through your love life, bringing a sticky, slippery quality to changing romantic feelings and raising questions in the confidence of your convictions. Will the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th be dramatic? Absolutely, but with good sense: Here is an opportunity to use evidence-based logic to identify and weed out destructive patterns, turn the soil of your desire, and prepare to cultivate the relationships your highest self deserves.

Taurus - Soap Opera Worthy

April 20 – May 20

August’s terrain is bumpy and winding, yet the universe rolls out the red carpet for your love life, beginning with a Leo New Moon on August 4th. Venus, your planetary ruler, graces your romance sector, casting her enchanting glow for much of the month. But on August 5th, Mercury spins retrograde the areas of your chart governing love and domestic life. You’ll likely find yourself grappling with and ultimately unraveling some deep and challenging questions about love, family, and where you live.

Work is a welcome distraction this month, though not without its annoying hiccups and vexations linked to the obvious Mercury retrograde. Keep your nose to the grindstone, and you may be rewarded during the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th. A handsome raise or glamorous office upgrade could also be in the cards with Venus shifting into Libra on August 29th.

Gemini - Something’s Gotta Give

May 21 – June 20

August is a juicy, complicated month that might excite a sign as complex as yours. A Leo New Moon on August 4th broaches some new topics of discussion with your nearest and dearest (think: everyday collaborators, like your family, neighbors, and closest friends). However, the conversation could turn controversial, thanks to Mercury’s rewind retrograde muddying the waters of communication from August 5th through the 28th. Rethink your choices and avoid making new commitments, particularly those involving contracts.

Despite all this, you may feel oddly energized by a surge of vitality and ambition, especially during the week of the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th. Wisdom and spiritual fortitude can be found in navigating these cosmic twists carefully, and you seem to know that. Regardless, this potent boost may also fuel impatience, so watch out for overloading yourself with too many commitments.

Cancer - Sticky Strategy

June 21 – July 22

Your finances demand your focus this August, but with the right moves, you could see a significant boost in your cash flow and overall financial security by September. On August 4th, a Leo New Moon dazzles your money sector, opening the door to thrilling opportunities to generate income. With Mercury retrograde lasting from August 5th until the 28th, take the time to carefully reassess your strategies of earning, spending, and saving. Stick with it—the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th offers rewarding breakthroughs.

Love might seem more trouble than it’s worth this month. Whether in a relationship or exploring new connections, you might reassess how much of your mental and physical energy you’re prepared to invest. This period could bring a sobering reality check, ultimately helping you discern whether your partner—or potential partner—contributes to your personal growth and well-being.

Leo - Get Real

July 23 – August 22

This month, it’s all about elevating your personal, financial, and relational game with a heaping dose of tough love. If you’re craving a different view, a New Moon in your sign on August 4th nudges you to righteously shake things up. Move with intention—Mercury stations retrograde from August 5th until the 28th. First, the tricky planet urges you to look closer at your budget and restore order to your accounts. When Mercury slips back into your sign for the month's latter half, you may encounter unexpected obstacles in recent personal plans. Stay committed if you’re up for the challenge, but be prepared to put in serious effort.

These challenges might shadow a relationship, mainly if it hasn’t nourished your heart or aligned with your life’s direction. On August 19th, an Aquarius Full Moon reveals whether it’s time to part ways or work on your commitment. Similarly, you’ll no longer be able to ignore the core of your financial issues. Healthy confrontation is the beginning of intervention and resolution.

Virgo - Inner Circles

August 23 – September 22

How do you measure your worth? As a Virgo, you are known and celebrated for your tendency to give to others selflessly. But this month, it’s time to extend that famous helping hand back to yourself. If an image of indispensability hinges on your self-esteem, August invites you to rewrite that narrative.

On August 4th, Venus, the planet of values, graces your sign, moving in lock-step with a confidence-building Leo New Moon. You’ll be magnetic for attention, but perhaps not in the ways you’d expect. Mercury, your planetary ruler, will retrograde from August 5th until the 28th. Through August 14th, this pesky planet will be in Virgo, aiding you in taking a giant step back into your field of personal space and security to attend to your own needs. Overall, this retrograde appears to be especially mentally taxing for you. Prioritize your rest as a serious endeavor this month, regardless of others’ opinions.

Libra - Crossroads

September 23 – October 22

Your social life glows brightly this August, Libra! Quickly being dazzled by new friends is nothing to sneeze at, thanks to a New Moon in Leo on August 4th. Mercury stations retrograde from August 5th until the 28th, and as new connections spark, you may start reassessing your existing circle. A large chunk of this retrograde will highlight your friendships, asking you to evaluate who truly deserves a place in your life—and who doesn’t. If a friend is more of a drain than a delight, it might be time to reconsider whether staying connected is worthwhile.

On August 19th, an Aquarius Full Moon emphasizes the fun parts of parenting. Your children could achieve a poignant milestone deserving of a sweet celebration. Arriving at a crossroads in your partnership is also expected, potentially touching a nerve with the discovery of baby fever.

Scorpio - Bittersweet Symphony

October 23 – November 21

A delicious career is within your grasp, but seizing it may require some strategic adjustments. On August 4th, a radiant New Moon in Leo gives you a chance to refine your professional path and make the most of what’s coming your way. Handle every interaction with kid gloves: Mercury shifts into retrograde on August 5th, staying put until the 28th. Use the period from August 14th onward to fine-tune and elevate your image.

On August 19th, an emotionally charged Aquarius Full Moon drums up intense revelations that could rock your family with bittersweet changes. If you’re prone to stress-shopping, take heed: Spontaneous splurges could spike expenses and blindside your savings.

Sagittarius - Loose Canon

November 22 – December 21

Tech glitches and snags in communication are par for the course this month, often landing at the most inauspicious times—like when you’re in the middle of a high-stakes pitch or presentation. Venus supercharges your ambitious streak on August 4th in lock-step with a wave of confidence from a glitzy Leo New Moon. Avoid blustering behavior: Mercury retrograde runs hot from August 5th through the 28th, whipping up a frenzy of annoying errors throughout the month. Embrace turbulence with your trademark humor, and remember: What isn’t working was never really meant to. Someone close to you might easily rile you up during the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th. When raw emotional wounds are exposed, you may say the wrong thing at the wrong time.

Capricorn - Humble Jumble

December 22 – January 19

Confidence soars in making money early in the month, with a dazzling Leo New Moon kicking things off on August 4th. Keep a humble heart amid your ambitions this month and proceed with slow, measured caution. Mercury stations retrograde from August 5th to 28th, potentially stirring up a mess of legal and financial entanglements. On August 19th, an Aquarius Full Moon draws attention to issues with your and your partner’s shared accounts, whether difficulty making financial decisions or a pressing mistake that needs immediate attention. Keep official interactions and contractual stipulations crystal clear with impeccable paperwork. There’s only so much you can control.

Aquarius - Emotional Honesty

January 20 – February 18

This month’s astrological agenda is almost exclusively about reassessing your relationship dynamics and communication style, but a sparky Leo New Moon on August 4th sets a fun tone with those tasks. Mercury stations retrograde from August 5th to 28th, revealing that you and your partner’s goals may not be perfectly aligned, whether in business or pleasure. Clearing the air will take some candid, possibly uncomfortable conversations. The Full Moon in your sign on August 19th insists on this emotional honesty, but it’s not for anyone else’s sake—this is about understanding what you need right now.

Pisces - Rose-Colored Reality

February 19 – March 20

Looking at love is a rose-colored affair, with Venus bringing optimism and ease to your relationships for most of August. A Leo New Moon on August 4th encourages you to make love and appreciation a part of your daily routine, which could benefit your overall wellness. That being said, underlying issues come into sharp focus during Mercury retrograde, lasting from August 5th until the 28th. The areas needing discussion or adjustment will become glaringly apparent, especially around the Aquarius Full Moon on August 19th. You'll emerge stronger and more connected as long as you’re prepared to roll up your sleeves and tackle the word.