Horoscope today, August 23, 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 forever on the go but jobs you haven’t done will be there later. A partner or friends want to be with you, not with the hassles you worry about. Let your most important goal be to enjoy life more. Use time to do a task you’ve been putting off. The kindness of strangers and someone’s generosity amazes you. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions. Your weekly horoscope for Sunday ♉ TAURUS Most read in Fabulous April 21 to May 21 You’re a practical person but this week, ups and downs strike the deepest emotional chord. Talking honestly with someone close puts life into perspective. A glamorous opportunity isn’t that good so if you have doubts, give it a miss. Your best day to be with a loved one is the 29th. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 You can’t get into gear with summer heat but loved ones cut you slack to do essential jobs. You’re hoping to escape to fun abroad but move quickly for something last minute and hit the shops for a holiday spend. Work is demanding but don’t let it exhaust you. A partner has delightful news on the 27th. Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 Just had days of holiday bliss? If you indulged too much, get out and do something physical, even if it’s just gardening. A partner has more responsibility, especially with parents or property, and you’re sucked into his or her concerns. Give support, but don’t sacrifice your activities. You’ve plenty of irons in the fire. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 You can go over the top planning a special event but you’re not done yet. A partner or individual you can’t say no to has something to celebrate, and you’ll make it memorable. Be good to yourself when the Sun is eclipsed on the 28th if your energy is low. A lucky win or good news about a child restores your spirit. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 Holidays are tiring if you’re the one organising them, so make time to do your own thing. Read, peel the odd grape, and plan future family activities. An issue with kids and money needs careful thought. Your know-how about art and crafts creates improvements at home and gives you earning opportunities. 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 Self-discipline is good for your shaky bank balance. You don’t need an update or a luxury that’s way too expensive. Second-guessing how someone feels has only made you go round in circles but now confessions from a loved one stir you up and it’s hard to respond. Honest talk is best so make feelings known. 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 feeling so energetic but re-plan events if loved ones suddenly need your help to finish a job. Money is amazing when you or a partner discover you have more than you thought. No complaints there, then! Neighbours or visiting relatives can wind you up with their future plans but try not to overreact. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♐ SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Foreign arrangements might fall through if someone is hard up or catches a bug but you can still get away with a partner or friend who’s keen on mountains. Nature gives you a sense of wonder so write, paint, cook, or do whatever floats your boat. A big home change is needed soon, so start planning it now. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Pushy Mars makes you restless and you’re in a stop-go mood with a project or job. It won’t work if you cut corners but just get it done asap. A friend’s romantic antics tantalise you, and you wonder whether your own relationship needs more spice. A few romantic evenings wouldn’t go amiss. 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 You’re pleased to have more time to yourself but decisions loom. Make a clean break if you’re thinking of leaving a job or project – waiting won’t help. If you’re OK for cash lately, treat yourself to techno-gear, a new tablet or gadgets that need updating. A surprise change at work brings more independence. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♓ PISCES February 19 to March 20 Make the most of summer days to visit friends and day-trip to new places. You’ve wanted something for months and it could happen suddenly. Friends may have brought difficulties on themselves but sympathise and have them to dinner. All week, money has a mind of its own but right now, you don’t care! 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