August 2026 delivers a powerful cosmic month, with eclipse season asking you to expect the unexpected. Venus enters Libra on August 6, helping relationships, friendships and partnerships flourish through compromise, honesty and mutual support. Mars moves into Cancer on August 10, reminding us that true strength comes from protecting what matters most and building secure foundations.
The New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo on August 12 encourages bold new beginnings and expressing your authentic self. Virgo season begins on August 22, with Mercury joining Virgo a few days later to turn inspiration into action. The month closes with a Lunar Eclipse in Pisces, asking you to release what has quietly run its course.
Aries (March 21 – April 20)
Aries: With King of Swords, The Star and The Hierophant, August is about strategic moves. Mars entering Cancer on August 10 highlights the value of mentors, coaches and advocates. The cards advise playing the long game and using influence, persuasion and soft power. The Star promises that aiming high will lead to your heart's desire. Surround yourself with believers and make your power moves.
Taurus (April 21 – May 21)
Taurus: Three of Swords, Eight of Cups and Three of Coins show a past disappointment with someone you trusted. The cards say not everyone has your back, and it's time to pull the thorn out and move on. August brings fresh relationship potential, from family to friendship to romance. Venus in Libra from August 6 brings the love you deserve. Get ready to receive.
Gemini (May 22 – June 21)
Gemini: Three of Swords, Judgement and The Sun point to overthinking and imagining that others think negatively of you. The cards say you're creating friction where none exists. The Sun reminds you that you're loved and welcome. Check in with those you've made assumptions about, and let go of the stories you've told yourself.
Cancer (June 22 – July 23)
Cancer: With Four of Swords, The Wheel of Fortune and Eight of Wands, eclipse season from August 12 to 28 speeds up change. The Wheel of Fortune says things will move faster than you think. The Eight of Wands asks you to stay visible and keep talking. Use your network to make progress. By month-end, the Full Moon in Pisces calls for rest and reflection.
Leo (July 24 – August 23)
Leo: Your New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo on August 12 is a peak moment for 2026. The Nine of Cups grants a wish, so pursue a heartfelt desire. The Chariot and Queen of Coins point to money, career, home and moves. Put your intention out into the Universe and act. Make your actions intentional, and leave room for new ideas. A new era begins.
Virgo (August 24 – September 23)
Virgo: Your birthday season starts August 22, and Ace of Coins, The Sun and Queen of Coins bring gifts. The Sun blesses the month with joy, success, love, friendship, travel and new opportunity. The cards invite you to activate a new ambition in health, wealth, work or home. Rewards start as soon as you commit. You'll look back on this as a key month of transition.
Libra (September 24 – October 23)
Libra: The Tower, Eight of Coins and The Star suggest something will collapse or go wrong, but don't fear it. Remove what's unworkable from your realm. The Tower is a brief hurt before healing. The Eight of Coins advises staying on course and working hard. Around the New Moon in Leo, a breakthrough arrives. The Star is your reward—a dream come true that comes in an unexpected way.
Scorpio (October 24 – November 22)
Scorpio: Queen of Swords, Eight of Cups and Strength point to reinvention. The Eight of Cups shows you've endured a setback and taken it well. The Queen of Swords sees you starting a process of solo, proud transformation. Strength gifts you courage and determination. This is a month of great personal power. Own it.
Sagittarius (November 23 – December 21)
Sagittarius: Three court cards—Knight of Wands, Knight of Swords and King of Swords—show that other people will be important influences this month. Until August 21, Leo season boosts your confidence. Use it to repair relationships and craft strategy. The cards advise speaking up and bringing your intellect forward, while keeping your sense of humour and adventure.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 21)
Capricorn: With Eight of Cups, Queen of Coins and Four of Wands, eclipse season flips things in a good way. A past disappointment turns into success. What you once wanted and didn't get comes back around, and you're glad you waited. The Queen of Coins gives you control and practical ambition. You can reap more results this month than the rest of 2026. Be busy and live well.
Aquarius (January 22 – February 19)
Aquarius: Seven of Cups, King of Coins and The Moon build toward the Full Moon lunar eclipse in Pisces at month-end. The cards signal a charged, psychic period full of visions and signs. The King of Coins ties this to career and purpose. A spiritual awakening or epiphany could emerge near the eclipse, defining your coming months. Write everything down.
Pisces (February 20 – March 20)
Pisces: Your Full Moon this month grants wishes. With Six of Wands, Justice and Page of Wands, the cards bring luck and good fortune for the next six weeks. Be bold and experimental, don't overthink. Justice shows that something that has hampered you will be put right—maybe an apology, vindication or just result. Accept it and move forward with your head high.
Kerry King has been reading, teaching and creating tarot for 30 years. Metro publishes a daily horoscope for every star sign each morning.
