Horoscope today, August 4, 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 so good at getting things started. But are you also guilty of being full of good intentions that fall by the wayside? Finish what you started yesterday, even if it’s boring. Mars lends power to the second half of the day, adding some pace and spicing up your love life. New romance starts with a witty text. Get all the latest Aries horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Your weekly horoscope for Tuesday ♉ TAURUS April 21 to May 21 Think about firsts. Just because you’ve never done something before doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it now. Past experience has equipped you with skills that are just waiting to be picked up again. It’s a great money day. Pay the bills with love, help a broke friend, and watch cash flow back to you in magical ways. Get all the latest Taurus horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♊ GEMINI May 22 to June 21 Action man Mars inspires you to get things moving. You’re no slouch with multitasking, but today you could even surprise yourself. Fast and furious is a great pace for being a high achiever, but it’s vital to calm your sensitive nervous system. Save the evening for the things, or people, that help you switch off. Get all the latest Gemini horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♋ CANCER June 22 to July 22 Stick to jobs you do well, or those only you can do, if you want to shine. When a boss wonders what they’d do without you, your job security gets stronger. If a partner is having a hard time, let your natural nurturing streak kick in. When you happily cook or childmind, their shoulders come down – and their love increases. Get all the latest Cancer horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♌ LEO July 23 to August 23 Emotional or mixed messages are so distracting, but don’t rush to the rescue with your time or money. There’s probably nothing that won’t sort itself out later in the day. You could do with more attention in your love life but a partner is preoccupied, or a new love is uncertain. Don’t chase – the picture is changing. Get all the latest Leo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Most read in Fabulous ♍ VIRGO August 24 to September 22 You may start the day wondering why you can’t say or do the right thing, when you’re only trying to help. Tired children or touchy adults test your patience, so stand back. If working from home for a day is an option, take it. Everything is easier when you can concentrate. The colour red is linked to love or money. Get all the latest Virgo horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions Prioritise your family or a healthy bank balance Credit: Getty ♎ LIBRA September 23 to October 23 Your tendency to make excuses for loved ones or to brush things under the carpet can sometimes work, as it does today. You can’t be all things to all people so choose battles wisely. Someone with a health issue is your priority. Your love life is full of twists and turns. Single? A special someone has links to abroad. Get all the latest Libra horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions List of 12 star signs ♏ SCORPIO October 24 to November 22 Take control of a work or health issue. Something that doesn’t add up in the morning will make more sense later in the day. Getting second opinions is part of that picture. Your love life is where you find fun. If you’re determined to win the person you fancy, your sex appeal isn’t as important as your sense of humour. Get all the latest Scorpio horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♐ SAGITTARIUS November 23 to December 21 Someone puzzling leaves you stuck for words, or you’ll know to keep your opinions to yourself. Keep your energy for those who want your company. A partner is full of bright ideas. On the dating scene, the right choice is the person who clicks with you instantly or who makes an age difference disappear. Get all the latest Sagittarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♑ CAPRICORN December 22 to January 20 Is someone dumping their problems on you too often? Don’t feel guilty about putting in some boundaries. A little less responsibility is good for you and brings out your lighter side. A partner relies on your dry sense of humour. Don’t wait for the perfect moment – start making and acting on your plans. Get all the latest Capricorn horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions The little things can make a big difference Credit: Supplied ♒ AQUARIUS January 21 to February 18 An unconventional idea could become your greatest success. Hug it to yourself rather than running it by people you know will rubbish it. The right conversation can change everything later. New romance starts with shared interests. Send a link about something for them to buy or read. They’ll love it. Get all the latest Aquarius horoscope news including your weekly and monthly predictions ♓ PISCES February 19 to March 20 Someone with a history of letting you down acts true to form, or other reasons make you out of sorts, or late. Family bickering gets on your nerves. Pisceans can soak up stress or bad atmospheres, so make a point of finding some me-time. It may be a case of plan B for the evening – and it will be the better bet. 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