Horoscope today, August 16, 2026: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg with Maggie Hyde

THE Sun’s world famous Mystic Meg horoscope column has entertained readers for decades with predictions for their love lives, money and careers. Read on to see what Mystic Meg with Maggie Hyde has written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 Sign up for the Fabulous newsletter Thank you! You’re ambitious for friends and colleagues, but give more thought to your own needs, too. One woman’s encouragement at work helps you to succeed in ways you never imagined. News about a partner’s family means juggling time and money, but once you’ve got your head round it, things will run smoothly. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions. Your weekly horoscope for Sunday ♉ TAURUS April 21 to May 21 Most read in Fabulous Friends want you to visit them far away, but you’ve got your own journey to make. Plus if there’s something you’re already set on, make that your priority. Get on top of official paperwork by forensically focusing on it. Be fair about involving others in a group. You need to let others help. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 You’ll find clever ways of dealing with the financial fallout from a shopping spree, provided you see to your bills. Your sense of purpose is boosted when a loved one shows generosity or reveals true feelings. If a project hits the decks, dust yourself down and get moving again – you’ll have a second chance. Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 A partner’s activities take over as new projects get under way, benefitting you both. You’re impatient for home plans to begin, but first get finances in place. Single? You may be out of your depth when it comes to romance. Avoid an ultimatum – you can’t see the consequences, but give it more time and you will. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 Sticking to health resolutions is still possible, and the body changes you promised yourself can take root because the planets are providing you with so much self-discipline. Give a workout, diet or treatment your best shot and you’ll feel much more in control, but say goodbye to an activity that’s become a chore. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Things are slower to happen than you had planned, but stay upbeat. Your projects will flower soon, you just need to keep your belief. Focus on kids, fun and polishing a skill or talent – you’ll need it when your popularity soars. Monday and Saturday bring new warmth to love. You’ve got so much to give each other Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions An invitation to a flashy event lifts you out of everyday routines Credit: Getty ♎ LIBRA September 23 to October 23 Home is so perfect these days, it’s tempting to let the outside world roll by without you, but friends need your help, especially to get a message across. If you’re ­buying or selling, hold out for the right price. A relative makes demands on your time, but don’t feel guilty about making your needs a priority. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions List of 12 star signs ♏ SCORPIO October 24 to November 22 You’re keen to get back into action with an activity close to your heart, but you can’t get ahead on your own. There’s so much planning needed, with others who want a say in it, so listen to what they have to say. Restore inner zen with a yoga class or take a dog for a walk in nature – whatever works to create calm. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♐ SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Things are tough money-wise, but good times will come again. A former love interest spends time with you, and if you and your current partner are solid, old love could become new friendship, but do be careful. It’s decision time about a housing issue, and if it involves a big financial risk, think it through again. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Many strands of your life come together to give you new energy. Your clever ideas bring cash rolling in, which feels like a big achievement, so you can treat loved ones. If your needs always come second, the sun’s eclipse is bringing a quiet revolution – you’ll change the way both you and a partner think. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Have a secret plan B, and it could be much more fun Credit: Supplied ♒ AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 Your optimism is needed, with so many grumpy people around, so keep spreading light. It’s also time to get steely about work. The ­powers that be have something brewing – do some digging to get the intel on any changes. Beauty ­captures your imagination and in­spires you to make changes. Go for it! Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♓ PISCES February 19 to March 20 You know people only change when they want to, so if someone is on the wrong path, give them the right information. Your magical streak brings lots of luck, especially with people from abroad. A friend’s issues are never solved, so don’t let her manipulate you into spending hours sorting her life out. Get all the latest Pisces horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Our much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in 2023 but her column is being kept alive by Maggie Hyde. Comment now