Your Virgo Monthly Horoscope for August 2026

Add These Dates to your G-Cal:August 6: Venus enters LibraAugust 11: Mars enters CancerAugust 12: New Moon Solar Eclipse in LeoAugust 17: Venus in Libra sextile Jupiter in LeoAugust 21: Venus in Libra opposite Saturn in AriesAugust 22: Sun enters VirgoAugust 25: Mercury enters VirgoAugust 27: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in PiscesAugust 31: Venus Pre-Retrograde Shadow Period in Libra BeginsIt’s time to hit pause, Virgo. The month begins with the Sun traveling through Leo, putting you in a sleepier mood. Maybe you’re literally starting a dream journal or recommitting to a meditation practice. You’re more aware of the mystical side of life and want to invest in your own spiritual practices. If you’ve been overdoing it, this is also a wake up call to set necessary boundaries and hold yourself accountable to the ways in which you need to change. You’re wrapping up old cycles so that new beginnings can bloom.Add Cosmopolitan as a preferred source in your Google search results.Use your Google account to add this to your settings.You’re feeling some financial relief once Venus enters Libra on August 6. The next few weeks give you money-making ideas or new opportunities your way. Maybe you’re promoted, ask for a raise, or even receive some compliments at work. You might also have the urge to spend and treat yourself and others. You work hard for your money, and you can’t take it with you when you leave this place, so treat yourself! There’s some drama in your social circle when Mars enters Cancer on August 11, asking you to confront any issues in your friendships and clear the air. You’re also more motivated to chase after certain goals you have for yourself. Nothing can get in your way so embrace your most confident sense of self!A New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo on August 12 asks you to slow down and say no. You might need to set a boundary, quit a habit, or just take a catnap. If you’ve overworked yourself or feel underappreciated this is an opportunity to pause, reflect, or readjust accordingly. You might need to feel some feelings of grief or loss before you can move forward. This will require that you feel in order to heal! Luckily, you’re still feeling grounded and supported when Venus in Libra syncs up with Jupiter in Leo on August 17. You could receive a compliment from someone unexpected or experience a breakthrough or an ah-hah moment during a meditation session or while you’re asleep. Let the Universe whisper to you and guide you today–your Ancestors are here to assist you.The Sun enters Virgo on August 22, bringing attention your way! This is an exciting period for you to show up more authentically and to give yourself permission to set new goals and focus on yourself. You could learn personal news, meet new people, or simply feel a boost of confidence to make your dreams a reality. Conversations feel even more personal once Mercury enters Virgo on August 25. Your authenticity is what attracts luck and aligned connections your way. You’re also spending more of your mental energy focused on personal goals and investing in relationships that feel reciprocal and with people who appreciate you for who you really are.A Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on August 27 shines a light on your close relationships. This could look like taking the next step in a romantic relationship or deciding to call it quits. You might also feel ready to disrupt outdated relationship patterns and dynamics that are unhealthy for you and your loved ones. Changes in ongoing contracts and client relationships can also surface. The month wraps up with Venus entering its pre-retrograde shadow period in Libra on August 31, stirring up drama at work. You might start to wonder if you should change your career paths, leave a job, or sell all your items and start anew! On the bright side, this can help you rework your budget and find a healthier financial footing in your future.