Horoscope today, August 17, 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 undecided about the best way forward to achieve an important goal. Focus on any lack of clarity and take creative control. A partner’s ideas spark a seed of inspiration that keeps you on track with home improvements. There’s a lot of goodwill and support from friends and a door opens if you knock in the right way. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Your weekly horoscope for Monday ♉ TAURUS April 21 to May 21 Work and home are in harmony and you’re tempted by an extravagant purchase for the house. Treat yourself. You’ll see it with pleasure every day. Subtle emotional undercurrents may drive someone close to you to act in ways that you’re not comfortable with. Stick to your own principles and you won’t go wrong. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 You may have to hold your tongue so you can’t be accused of being dramatic. There are some confusing messages in your social circle. If you want to get to the bottom of why a friend is behaving out of character then the answer may lie in a financial muddle. Children and neighbours provide lots of laughter. Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 Avoid an instinct to over- react to confusing signals. There are certainly mixed messages, but are you giving out some of them? Being mysterious might catch that important person’s attention but being open impresses more. A slow but steady approach at work means you can influence the right people. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 Building bridges can help soothe tensions with a partner. Your natural generosity and warm approach are appreciated when a chance encounter with top people at work allows you to show your charm. If you’re dreaming of getting away from it all, act swiftly as you could find the goal – and the costs – keep shifting. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Most read in Fabulous ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Memories of an old friendship set you wondering about what might have been. At home and work, you may be the only one to see things as they are. You’re in a creative mood but need your own space to produce something special. Keeping a diary helps you overcome any creative block. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions A love message in the morning is a promise for the evening Credit: Getty ♎ LIBRA September 23 to October 23 Your ability to put others at ease means you can get your own way through grace rather than force of will. Being diplomatic is your strong card. Plans for a local community initiative start to take shape. Your career plans might prove to be castles in the air so make sure goals are realistic. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions List of 12 star signs ♏ SCORPIO October 24 to November 22 Don’t be afraid to express deep feelings you’ve been holding on to. With the moon in your sign your instincts are spot on when it comes to flushing out a colleague’s true motivations. Thinking of going on a retreat? This could be the perfect way to gain a clearer focus on what your goals really are. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♐ SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 You’ll appreciate the friendships you have built up in the past as you realise how much shared history there is between you. Being straightforward when it comes to a creative project will be appreciated. Others will look to you to be the voice of reason and determine what is achievable and what is pie in the sky. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Your ability to work practically towards a beneficial outcome when it comes to shared assets is invaluable. Family arguments stem from a misunderstanding. Combining charm and authority earns everyone’s respect. A partner may get things muddled and it’s up to you to make sure past resentments are dealt with fairly. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Look out for a lucky ladybird for your top love clue Credit: Supplied ♒ AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 If you’re unclear about a task then yours is the voice of reason. Get clear instructions before you start. You’re at your best when your partner understands you and is involved in joint decisions. Encourage them to speak out because, otherwise, their silence feels like you’re on your own. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♓ PISCES February 19 to March 20 You could spend the day dreaming about your love life or you could focus on your goals. It’s time to trust in your abilities and kick out any self-doubt. Tackling tasks head on will serve you best. Sticking to a routine brings financial rewards. If you’re tempted to impulse-buy as a treat, keep it simple and inexpensive. 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