Daily horoscope August 31, 2026: Today’s predictions for your star sign

Here’s what the stars have in store for your day (Picture: Metro.co.uk) Mars creates a right angle to the Moon and Saturn today, setting the comsic energy askew. It could feel like a frustrating start to the week. Taurus, Leo and Aries, the clash between dominant plaents could leave you feeling quick to react. Take a step back and assess before jumping to level one hundred. Keeping a level head will be a challenge, but it’s nothing you haven’t encountered before. The day will come and go. Remember that. Ahead, you’ll find all star signs’ horoscopes for today: Monday August 31, 2026. Like checking your horoscope every morning? You can now sign up to our free daily newsletter to get a personalised reading for your star sign delivered straight to your inbox. To order your unique personal horoscope based on your time, date and place of birth, visit patrickarundell.com. Aries March 21 to April 20 It’s quite the day in the heavens, and one that could lead to a frustrating start to the week. The best way to handle this is to focus on essentials. If you try to take on too much, and if things don’t go at the pace you hope, frustration can boil over. Look to narrow your attentions Aries, for the determination you can show, targeted in a specific focused way, can see you progress. Head here for everything you need to know about being an Aries Today’s celestial guidance for Aries Taurus Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. April 21 to May 21 Every so often the planets can align in a way which is more testing. Today is one of them. With Mars urging you to find your voice but in a tight right angle to both the Moon and Saturn, an old issue could suddenly come up, but so could any resentment about it, that may be lingering. If you can, share quietly but firmly how you feel. It will ward off frustration. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Taurus Today’s planetary forecast for Taurus Gemini May 22 to June 21 As the Moon merges with Saturn, you can view your prospects and friendships, more seriously. With the impulsive vibe of Mars in the mix, this can give you the desire to do as you wish, especially around your finances. However, if you need to work closely with others, different approaches can show up more strongly, and this can be true in a group situation too. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Gemini How the stars aligned for Gemini today Cancer June 22 to July 23 Your protective instincts are being toughened up by feisty Mars’s journey through your sign, Cancer. And whilst it is sensible to be aware of where challenges can come, today they may be around work, or worldly demands. As much as you prefer to avoid direct conflict, someone very demanding, perhaps even blunt, could push you to firm up your boundaries. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Cancer Celestial energies for Cancer today Leo July 24 to August 23 Two distinct influences compete for dominance, and strict Saturn is involved in both. The link between Jupiter in your sign and Saturn, is excellent if you have a well thought through plan, that can draw from your enthusiasm but also discipline. However, with Mars forging a more challenging link, it you feel unmotivated, look to do something more creative Leo. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Leo Your daily zodiac insight for Leo Virgo August 24 to September 23 Practicality is one of your greatest strengths. Today this can serve you well. Emotional reactions from others may seem stronger than usual, especially around shared responsibilities or finances. Rather than trying to solve everything at once, focus on what you can realistically influence. This is probably not the best of days to mix business with pleasure, though. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Virgo Cosmic messages for Cosmic messages for Virgo today Libra September 24 to October 23 Mars is occupying a dominate role in your situation and can encourage quick and bold moves. His square with steady Saturn though suggests balancing honesty with diplomacy. Jupiter’s supportive influence on the day can see your appreciation for developing mutual respect and listening carefully, can though strengthen an important partnership or friendship. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Libra Your daily stellar guidance for Libra Scorpio October 24 to November 22 Your determination is often incredible, but today’s demands may feel heavier than usual. Whether at work or in daily routines, look to pace yourself rather than relying on willpower. And it’s one of those times, when everyday responsibilities and obligations may also feel testing. However, if you can focus on one key strand, and apply yourself, you can progress. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Scorpio Star alignments for Scorpio today Sagittarius November 23 to December 21 Jupiter, your ruling planet, continues to prime up a fine platform for you to share your ideas, inspire, teach or train. Although details can bore you, grappling with these can help support your big idea, all the better. Mars and Saturn, however, conjure up a more testing challenge. These energies may impact more on a personal relationship, especially over shared finances. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Sagittarius Today’s astral messages for Sagittarius Capricorn December 22 to January 21 Home or family responsibilities could require more attention than expected as the Moon passes over your ruler, the planet of discipline, Saturn. While your instinct could be to shoulder all the burdens yourself, look to share how someone can do their bit too. If you are involved in any kind of property transaction, the portents are brighter, with realistic hopes. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Capricorn Your zodiac forecast for Capricorn today Aquarius January 22 to February 19 Conversations may carry greater significance today, and differing opinions could show up more readily. Mars can see you focus on the details but how you share your ideas matters most of all. Fortunately, the upbeat Jupiter suggests that as long as you don’t rush, you will be able to do this particularly well today. Someone can also appreciate your sincerity. Head here for everything you need to know about being an Aquarius Daily cosmic update for Aquarius Pisces February 20 to March 20 Being cannier with your resources can call out to you today, as the Moon and Saturn combine in Aries. However, temptation can still knock in the guise of Mars, which may see you wanting to snaffle a must have item, but these two contrasting energies can create a conflict. Still, your ruler Jupiter can help you to cut through and find a balance. Head here for everything you need to know about being a Pisces Your cosmic energy update for Pisces Your daily Metro.co.uk horoscope is here every morning, seven days a week (yes, including weekends!). To check your forecast, head to our dedicated horoscopes page. Check out the tarot horoscope reading for the month of August here. Prefer us to the others? Then tell Google! As a loyal Metro reader, we want to make sure you never miss our stories when searching for your news. Whether it is the latest politics news explained, live football coverage or a showbiz scoop. Click the button below and tick Metro.co.uk to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search. 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