This Week in Astrology Aug 2-8, 2026

This Week in Astrology: August 2-8, 2026

August 2nd to 8th, 2026

The Last Quarter Moon phase points to a crisis of consciousness. After basking in the awareness symbolized by the full light of the Moon at the time of last week’s Full Moon, we disperse our knowledge and come to a point when we need to sort out what works for us–and what doesn’t–in preparation for next week’s New Moon when something new is born once again.

It’s not an ideal time to start a major project, as the decreasing light of the Moon symbolizes descent into unconsciousness. It is, however, time to begin finishing up the details of what was conceived at the last New Moon. We might consider recent revelations, what they mean to us, and what we might do about them.

The Last Quarter Moon Chart:

Last Quarter Moon Chart: August 5th, 2026

This phase of the Moon occurs at 13 degrees and 40 minutes of Taurus, square the Sun at the same degree of Leo, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 12 to 16 degrees of the Fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius) most significantly.

NEXT WEEK: The next Moon phase will happen on Wednesday, August 12th, 2026, at 1:36 PM EDT, when the New Moon Solar Eclipse in Leo will occur.

Previous: Full Moon

Full Moon

The Full MOON occurs on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, at 10:35 AM EDT.

On Wednesday morning, our feelings blossom. Full Moons are about connecting us with things we already know but aren’t acknowledging, such as buried feelings, or they bring secrets to light and projects to a turning point.

The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time – a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

The Leo Sun is proud and intensely individual–not content with simply being just one of the team. The Aquarius Moon, while individualistic as well, values independence and the team, community, and group spirit. The Full Moon illuminates this conflict.

When a Full Moon occurs, we can suddenly burst forth with proclamations and outpours that seem fresh and new, simply because they are not yet rationalized. In fact, a Full Moon illuminates feelings, attitudes, and circumstances that are already in existence.

This is a time of awakening to the need for others or to answer to humanitarian impulses.

This Full Moon occurs with the Sun conjunct Jupiter and the Moon conjunct Pluto (and Juno). It harmonizes with Neptune and Uranus. With this configuration, something might challenge our beliefs, motivating us to make changes and improvements. There can be a faceoff between our morals and our fears or suspicions. We can be dealing with issues of power and control, but we’re also finding creative ways to move forward.

It can be a time when we attach a higher meaning to our struggles or need an incentive to carry on our plans. Still, a desire to enjoy ourselves or grow our relationships can be motivators now. Our need for love, generosity, and affection runs high.

The Full Moon Chart:

Full Moon in Aquarius Chart: July 29th, 2026

This phase of the Moon occurs at 6 degrees and 30 minutes of Aquarius, opposite the Sun at the same degree of Leo, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 3 to 11 degrees of the Fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius) most significantly.

Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29th, 2026 (additional points)

Moon Phase Cycle: Bigger Picture

Jul 14,
2026, 5:43 AM, Sun conjunct Moon (New Moon)
Jul 21, 2026, 7:05 AM, Sun square Moon (First Quarter Moon)
Jul 29, 2026, 10:35 AM, Sun opposition Moon (Full Moon)
Aug 5, 2026, 10:21 PM, Sun square Moon (Last Quarter Moon)
Aug 12, 2026, 1:36 PM, Sun conjunct Moon (New Moon/Solar Eclipse)

(Times are Eastern)

This week: The Sun is in Leo; Mercury is in Cancer; Venus is in Virgo to the 6th, when it enters Libra; Mars is in Gemini.

The Sun is in Leo from July 22-August 22. In Leo, the Sun is proud, outgoing, and playful. The Leo Sun is intensely individual—not content with simply being just one of the team. It’s time to shine, add a touch of color and drama to our lives, and perform.

We’re blossoming–it’s a time when we want to enjoy ourselves and express ourselves. We are more generous and grand in our gestures and attitudes. On the shadow side, we can also be self-centered and vain.

While the Sun is in Leo, we take the high road, and we’re very often motivated by the idea of gaining respect and affection. We more naturally express joy, humor, and warmth during the Sun-in-Leo cycle. We also tend to take the lead or become the center of attention and activity.

Mercury is in Cancer from June 1-August 9 [a longer than usual transit due to Mercury’s retrograde from June 29th to July 23rd, entirely in the sign of Cancer]. When Mercury is in Cancer, we move from the desire for quantity with information to the need for quality. We think, speak, and take in information on a deeper, more instinctive level. We have less interest in what is universal and more interest in what affects us personally and the people close to us. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions, making it more challenging to be objective.

We have outstanding and detailed memories during this cycle. We’re more likely to absorb information about the emotional background or atmosphere/setting around us, picking up on moods and tones in addition to facts.

While we may not have great confidence in our ability to generate new or original ideas, we have a well-developed sense of humor and radiate warmth in our communications. We take great interest in (and notice of) personal issues and interactions during this period. We don’t care much for intellectual stands if they’re devoid of a personal or heartful element, and we need intimate settings to express ourselves fully.

Venus is in Virgo from July 9-August 6. This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures–running errands, doing detail work, or just being there for our lovers. Love needs to make sense and have a purpose with Venus in Virgo.

Virgo is an Earth sign, which is sensual, but Virgo is also quite practical and mental. In addition to our romantic natures, what we purchase and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not they make sense and serve a practical purpose.

We could easily feel guilty if we are too self-indulgent at this time. Rendering services to others can fill a need, and can be an expression of love. The shadow side of this position is being overly critical of our partners or relationships, picky, nervous, or worried.

During the Venus-in-Virgo cycle, we can gravitate to, and find some benefits in, holistic healing, acupuncture, yoga, and nutritional boosts. We’re keenly interested in ways to enrich our lives and boost our well-being. “Health is wealth” could be a motto now. In fact, we might enjoy health-boosting activities more than usual. Businesses promoting nutrition, wholesomeness, and well-being might prosper at this time. Commitment and attention to detail are also more prominently considered virtues now.

In love, we’re not very showy, flowery, or demonstrative. Instead, we show our love through being of service. We’re conservative with money, pleasure, and romance at this time, ready to analyze and dissect these matters. This can also be a time when helping others, particularly with good advice regarding these Venus-ruled things, can be prominent and successful. We might meet friends or lovers through our work or health-pursuits. We can take a special interest in handiwork, crafts, lists/sorting, and bookkeeping.

Venus is in Libra from August 6-September 10, and later, from October 25-December 4 [this is longer than usual and in two steps due to an upcoming retrograde Venus cycle from October 3-November 13]. We favor charm over assertiveness to get what we want during this cycle. Usually quite willing to negotiate and compromise, we can be very obliging with others. We’re also very idealistic about love, and we seek intellectual peers. Although Venus in Libra is very relationship-focused, there is an air of cool detachment to this energy. We prefer things are done the “right” way, and aggressive or uncouth behavior turns us off.

The shadow expression of this position includes over-dependence and superficiality. To avoid unpleasant situations, we could easily gloss over deeper issues at play in our relationships. It’s probably best to avoid the trap of acquiescing to partners while privately resenting the fact or thinking ourselves martyrs for doing so.

While Venus is in Libra, we are more artistically inclined or seek balance in our personal environment. This cycle is excellent for promoting cooperation, harmony, mutually beneficial connections, and fairness. We are gentle but firm, and we’re skilled at mediation.

We’re more likely to prosper during this cycle in partnership, through one-to-one associations, such as counseling, or in fields related to harmony, relationships, beauty, design, and the law. We’re not fond of out-and-out competition or aggressive pursuit, preferring win-win situations, hands down. We attract things to us and appeal to others gently and kindly. Equality and politeness are important now, and we despise hurting others’ feelings.

Mars is in Gemini from June 28-August 11. In Gemini, Mars is versatile and flexible but not especially determined or focused. We should watch for becoming so scattered that we’re ineffective. However, it’s an excellent period for diversifying our interests and understanding the power of our communications.

It’s an excellent time for strategizing and devising useful tactics to achieve our desires and goals. We’re resourceful and clever, and we know how to use words effectively.

Perhaps most notable during this period is our tactical skills. We know how to maneuver things to get our way. We use words to charm and express anger. We’re very talkative, and animatedly so, when passionate and enthusiastic about a topic.

Jupiter is in Leo.

Jupiter is in Leo. Read more about Jupiter’s transit of Leo that began on June 30th, 2026, and will last until July 26th, 2027.

Saturn is in Aries. Saturn is in Aries from May 24th, 2025 to September 1st, 2025, and then from February 13th, 2026, to April 12th, 2028. Read about Saturn’s transit of Aries.

Uranus is in Gemini.

Uranus is in Gemini from July 7th to November 7th, 2025, from April 25, 2026, to August 3, 2032, and then from December 12, 2032, to May 22, 2033. Read about Uranus in Gemini in its calendar page.

Neptune is in Aries. Neptune first transited Aries from March 30, 2025, to October 22, 2025, but it returned to Pisces. Now, Neptune is in Aries for the long haul: from January 26, 2026, to May 21, 2038, and then October 21, 2038, to March 23, 2039. Read about Neptune’s transit of Aries.

Pluto is in Aquarius. Read about Pluto’s transit of Aquarius. Note that Pluto finally completed its journey through Capricorn on November 19th, 2024, from which time Pluto stays in Aquarius for many years to come.

Romance & Relationships

Venus is in Virgo from July 9-August 6. This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures–running errands, doing detail work, or just “being there” for our lovers. Essentially, we fuss over our partners, sometimes a little too much! Our availability and accessibility is a sign of love.

Love needs to make sense and have a purpose with Venus in Virgo. Virgo is an Earth sign, which is sensual but also quite practical. We could easily feel guilty if we are too self-indulgent during this cycle. We can be a little shy and prone to worry. We pick up on many different cues, attempting to analyze every detail of our lovers’ reactions and responses. We could worry ourselves sick agonizing over details! In the process, we can miss out on the bigger and perhaps more meaningful cues.

As well, Virgo is a sign that can live very much in the mind in the middle of an experience, failing to enjoy the moment. Self-consciousness can get in the way of enjoyment. Rendering services to others can fill a need, and can be an expression of love. The shadow side of this position is being overly critical of our partners, picky, or worrisome.

Venus is in Libra from August 6-September 10, and later, from October 25-December 4 [this is longer than usual and in two steps due to an upcoming retrograde Venus cycle from October 3-November 13]. We favor charm over assertiveness to get what we want during this cycle. Usually quite willing to negotiate and compromise, we can be very obliging with others. We’re also very idealistic about love, and we seek intellectual peers. Although Venus in Libra is very relationship-focused, there is an air of cool detachment to this energy. We prefer things are done the “right” way, and aggressive or uncouth behavior turns us off.

This week: On Tuesday, we are more psychically open and compassionate with others.

Somewhat awkward energy for love and connection is with us on Friday, and we can feel on the fence or undecided. It’s not an ideal time for a full-on expression of feelings. Some pulling back can occur in relationships now, as we are more self-conscious with our affections.

Venus, the Goddess of Love: Highlights in the Coming Week:

Venus in Virgo If it makes sense you love it, and if it doesn’t you feel guilty about it: that’s what it’s like now. A loving attention to details and a sense of satisfaction in doing what is right (especially with respect to your health) are some of the qualities that come to the fore at a time like this.

Venus in Libra As this new cycle takes hold in your life, romance and social interaction take on a greater importance for you. Harmonious ties to others are what you yearn for; refinement and elegance are what you seek. The ideal partnership, the perfect balance, the highest standards of truth and beauty – these are some of the things that quicken your pulse now.

Venus semi-square the Sun July 28. Irritations that seem to stem from others could be the reflection of our own inner uneasiness. Do your best to control yearnings for more and search for a creative solution for your inner dissatisfaction.

Venus square Mars July 28-29. Passions run high under this influence. Sexual tensions and competitiveness are possible, and there can be conflicts that arise from distinct differences between romantic and sexual needs. There is an air of competitiveness under this influence, which need not be difficult. It can be stimulating, creative, passionate, and invigorating.

Venus semi-square Jupiter July 28-29. We experience a strong desire for more pleasure in our lives, which can be excessive. Take care not to overstate your feelings or to set up unrealistic expectations in your partnerships.

Venus parallel Saturn July 29. We may express our affection sparingly, but also responsibly and in practical ways. Relationships begun under this influence often feel burdensome over time, but they may last longer than most.

Venus parallel Neptune August 4. Heightened sensitivity to, and awareness of, beauty and spirituality. Psychic openness and compassion.

Venus quincunx Chiron August 7. There may be vague feelings of discontent in relationships; or a choice that needs to be made regarding personal relationships, money, or possessions. Insecurity involving others might make it awkward for us to express our affections naturally or flowingly.

Venus trine Pluto August 10. Powerful and uplifting time for romantic/sexual relationships. New insights into relationships and love. Strong attractions. Relationships are intense and deep, but not draining.

Venus opposition Neptune August 10. Not a good time to start a new relationship, which could be characterized by disappointments, and the tendency to feel emotionally (and sometimes financially) drained by the partner. Uncertainties about existing love.

The Moon & Timing

The Void of Course Moon is the period of time after the Moon has made its last aspect in one sign until the Moon enters a new sign. During the Void of Course Moon periods, it is generally wise to stick to routine rather than to begin new projects.

The last aspect the Moon makes before changing signs is indicated here and is indicative of the “outcome” of the matter (whether that is a new project begun before the void period or the answer to a question in Horary Astrology).

Void of Course in Horary Astrology: If you were asking a question and making a chart to determine the answer, as you do in Horary astrology, it is said that since the Moon is not looking forward to any more aspects in this sign, you would have to say that the answer is not forthcoming; any questions asked at this time would not come to pass.

The Moon being Void is one of the Strictures against Judgment in Horary Astrology. The following tables incorporate the modern planets, but some astrologers do not count Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in void Moon calculations.

The Void-of-Course Moon this Week:

Void-of-course Moon on Sunday, August 2nd, from 8:33 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Venus), until the Moon enters Aries at 4:37 PM EDT.

VOC on Tuesday, August 4th, from 2:52 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Mars), until the Moon enters Taurus at 10:36 PM EDT.

VOC Moon on Thursday, August 6th, from 7:25 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Mercury), until the Moon enters Gemini the next day, Friday, August 7th, at 2:08 AM EDT.

August 2026

Void Moon Dates & Times for August 2026

Timing with the Moon – Better Periods this Week for Electing New Initiatives

It’s important to note that there are more factors to consider in addition to the windows listed below. The following windows are starting points. For example, you generally don’t want to elect a new venture when a very challenging aspect is applying, and it’s preferable to elect a time when a particularly positive aspect hasn’t yet perfected (is applying rather than separating).

The Moon is waning this week, which is generally considered unfavorable for new beginnings, although with some exceptions.

According to principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity occurs this week from Wednesday, August 5th, at approximately 11:30 PM EDT, until Thursday, August 6th, at approximately 7:20 PM EDT, while the Moon is in Taurus. Caveat: We’re in the week before a Solar Eclipse, which is generally not ideal for clarity.

See also the following articles and tables: Timing with the Moon and Opportunity Periods with the Void Moon for times and techniques.

Planetary Stations & Sign Ingresses:

Jun 29
, 2026, 1:35 PM, Mercury Retrograde at 26 Can 15
Jun 30, 2026, 1:52 AM, Jupiter enters Leo
Jul 7, 2026, 6:54 AM, Neptune Retrograde at 4 Ari 25
Jul 9, 2026, 1:22 PM, Venus enters Virgo
Jul 22, 2026, 3:13 PM, Sun enters Leo
Jul 23, 2026, 6:57 PM, Mercury Direct at 16 Can 19
Jul 26, 2026, 3:56 PM, Saturn Retrograde at 14 Ari 45
Jul 26, 2026, 8:46 PM, True Node Rx enters Aquarius
Aug 3, 2026, 4:10 PM, Chiron Retrograde at 0 Tau 52
Aug 6, 2026, 3:12 PM, Venus enters Libra
Aug 9, 2026, 12:28 PM, Mercury enters Leo
Aug 11, 2026, 4:30 AM, Mars enters Cancer
Aug 11, 2026, 10:43 AM, Juno Rx enters Capricorn
Aug 12, 2026, 10:54 AM, Ceres enters Cancer
Aug 14, 2026, 5:41 AM, Pallas Retrograde at 22 Ari 39
Aug 22, 2026, 10:19 PM, Sun enters Virgo
Aug 25, 2026, 7:04 AM, Mercury enters Virgo
Aug 25, 2026, 2:01 PM, Vesta Retrograde at 27 Ari 49
Sep 10, 2026, 4:07 AM, Venus enters Scorpio
Sep 10, 2026, 12:20 PM, Mercury enters Libra
Sep 10, 2026, 2:27 PM, Uranus Retrograde at 5 Gem 42
Sep 16, 2026, 9:09 PM, Juno Direct at 25 Cap 40
Sep 17, 2026, 9:52 PM, Chiron Rx enters Aries
Sep 22, 2026, 8:05 PM, Sun enters Libra
Sep 27, 2026, 10:49 PM, Mars enters Leo
Sep 30, 2026, 7:44 AM, Mercury enters Scorpio
Oct 3, 2026, 3:16 AM, Venus Retrograde at 8 Sco 30

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day (this takes you to my other site, Astrology Cafe).

Explore more astrological events in my calendar.

Note: Times given are Eastern Time (ET).

This Week’s Calendar

This Week in Astrology Calendar: August 2nd to 8th, 2026

This Week’s Aspects

Sun trine Saturn. We feel grounded and stable. It’s easy to stick to a specific task and make headway. Productivity may be slow, but it’s steady. We have common sense at our disposal. We are willing to look reality in the eye and to take responsibility for our lives.

Venus quincunx Chiron. There may be vague feelings of discontent in relationships; or a choice that needs to be made regarding personal relationships, money, or possessions. Insecurity involving others might make it awkward for us to express our affections naturally or flowingly.

Note: Times given in the table/calendar above are Eastern Time (ET).

Daily Trends Calendar

See below for day-by-day forecasts and planets in signs. Explore Transit to Transit aspects.

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day – Astrology Cafe.

Astrology Chart of Today/Now in my Free Report section shows the current chart with interpretations.

What’s In Store By the Stars – Daily Astrology Trends

(as featured on the site’s main page and in our Daily Trends Calendar)

See also the Astrology Trends Calendar that includes these daily trend overviews and other astrological events such as ingresses, stations, and lunations.

AUGUST 2

The Pisces Moon until 4:37 PM EDT today is tolerant, agreeable, and mellow. Still, around the Moon’s square to Mars this morning, we can be more impulsive, firing up our feelings and stirring us into action, although possibly also prompting some missteps. Rising desires to learn, share, and explore can seem to interfere with the calm or Zen we’re trying to achieve. From 4:37 PM onward, the Moon is in Aries, and it’s considerably more assertive and decisive than Pisces. It’s a fiery, sometimes impatient, and pioneering position of the Moon. We seek a fresh start now, and we’re quick to let go of the past. Preferring to be first, we don’t take instruction easily with the Moon in Aries.

The Moon is void from 8:33 AM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Venus), until the Moon enters Aries at 4:37 PM EDT.

AUGUST 3

Today, Chiron begins its retrograde cycle, which will last until January 6th. This period is a potent time for introspection and evaluating our mental and physical health programs. While the initial station today can be disorienting and lead to indecision as we adapt to the shift, with patience and understanding, this Chiron retrograde period in Taurus and later in Aries is one of beneficial reassessment. Note that this year, Chiron begins its retrograde early in the sign of Taurus, and later retreats into Aries for a final dip (Chiron will re-enter Taurus next April).

Today’s Aries Moon is busy, aligning with Neptune and later Saturn, and harmonizing with Pluto, Uranus, Jupiter, and the Sun. It’s a time of buckling down, but also of increasing opportunities. We want to start fresh, and we’re less interested in the past than in what will work for us today and going forward. While we want to be the first to discover new things, we can benefit from sharing some time — and ideas — with others.

AUGUST 4

The Moon continues its transit of Aries for most of the day, and we’re direct, straightforward, and a little impatient. We may be easily distracted in the hours surrounding the morning’s Moon-Mercury square, and it can be challenging to express what we intend. However, the Moon harmonizes with Mars, and we can be excited about our personal plans. Venus is parallel Neptune today, pulling up romantic, devotional, or sentimental feelings. This influence softens our approach and suggests we’re more easily influenced. Psychic openness and compassion are themes. The Moon in Taurus from 10:36 PM EDT onward is harmony-oriented, comfortable, and stubborn. Stability and permanence satisfy a deep emotional need.

The Moon is void from 2:52 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Mars), until the Moon enters Taurus at 10:36 PM EDT.

AUGUST 5

Today’s Taurus Moon is harmony-oriented, comfortable, and stubborn. Stability and permanence satisfy a deep emotional need. However, the Moon’s squares to Pluto, Jupiter, and the Sun today can find us digging in our heels. Fortunately, with a Mars-Vesta aspect in play today, we more easily direct our energies into meaningful activities.

Tonight, the Last Quarter Moon occurs as the Sun in Leo forms a square with the Moon in Taurus at 10:22 PM EDT. This phase signals a crisis of consciousness, a time when we’re ready to discern what works for us and what doesn’t. It’s not the best time to initiate a major project, but it’s an excellent time to tidy up details and tie up loose ends. We might consider recent revelations, their significance to us, and how to act on them.

AUGUST 6

Mars forms a quintile with Saturn this morning, and we’re particularly skilled at sorting, ordering, and planning. There can be a willingness to make sacrifices if it seems to be the best way to make improvements, and, with a game plan, we’re ready to exercise patience. Our timing is good for both business and personal pursuits, as we’re inclined to strategize and prepare well.

Venus enters Libra this afternoon, where it will transit until September 10th. Libra is its own sign, so Venus performs well in it. During this cycle, we’re not fond of out-and-out competition or aggressive pursuit, preferring win-win situations. We are quite willing to negotiate and compromise and can be very obliging with others. We’re also idealistic about love, and we seek intellectual peers. We prefer things to be done a particular way, and aggressive or uncouth behavior turns us off. The shadow expression of this position includes over-dependence and superficiality. To avoid unpleasant situations, we could gloss over deeper issues in our relationships. It’s probably best to avoid the trap of acquiescing to partners while privately resenting it or thinking ourselves martyrs for doing so.

While Venus is in Libra, we are more artistically inclined or seek balance in our personal environment. This cycle promotes cooperation, harmony, mutually beneficial connections, and fairness. We’re more likely to prosper in partnership, through one-to-one associations, such as counseling, or in fields related to harmony, relationships, beauty, design, and the law. We attract things to us and appeal to others through gentleness and kindness.

Note that Venus will return to Libra while retrograde on October 25th. Venus will turn retrograde in the sign of Scorpio on October 3rd, and then will dip back into Libra on the 25th. The retrograde cycle will end on November 13th, and Venus will continue to transit Libra until December 4th.

The Sun forms a trine with Saturn today, and it feels grounding and steadying. With this transit, we readily draw upon self-discipline. We can enjoy a real sense of strength and pride in our ability to meet our responsibilities. This transit supports moderation and helps us feel stable. We are aware of our limitations and are willing to accept them. Enjoyment of our duties or obligations can be in focus. This trine occurs in Fire signs, and we can feel particularly empowered directing our energy and enthusiasm in practical, helpful ways.

The Moon is void from 7:25 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a sextile to Mercury), until the Moon enters Gemini tomorrow, Friday, August 7th, at 2:08 AM EDT.

AUGUST 7

The Moon leaves Taurus and enters Gemini very early today, at 2:08 AM EDT. With the Gemini Moon, we crave mental stimulation and a variety of interests and things to do or learn. We’re especially responsive and sensitive to what’s going on around us, and we’re more adaptive than usual. It’s a good time to explore new topics and tackle a variety of tasks. We’re also well-positioned to take the initiative and pursue greater freedom in our thoughts and actions today.

However, Venus forms a quincunx with Chiron, and insecurity might make it awkward to express our affections naturally or flowingly in the first half of the day. There may be temporary feelings of discontent. As the day progresses, we become more idealistic. Transits stir our need to improve, grow, and thrive.

The Moon continues its void period until the Moon enters Gemini today at 2:08 AM EDT.

AUGUST 8

The Moon spends the day in the sign of Gemini, and we’re communicative and connected. We’re inclined to play with ideas and make plans. We seek variety and mental engagement, and our need for mental stimulation is strong. A semi-sextile between Mercury and Mars this morning suggests a tendency toward either indecision or rushing into decisions! We may not have an easy time putting our ideas into action temporarily. However, with a Mars-Pluto biquintile, we’re willing to take on new challenges, and we’re drawn to formulating strategies to get what we desire.

If it’s your birthday today, see our feature, If Today is Your Birthday Forecasts, for a free forecast for the upcoming year.

Moon Signs This Week:

When the Moon is in Pisces

We may not want to face reality while the Moon is in dreamy, impressionable Pisces. It can be a wistful, sensitive, intuitive, and compassionate time. We are especially imaginative, and our intuition reigns under this influence. Boundaries and walls come down, as Pisces energy merges and blends. It's a time when details are overlooked and feelings defy description.

The Moon in Pisces generally favors the following activities: Imaginative undertakings, mystical or spiritual pursuits, inner development, music and drama, going on a retreat, activities involving water.

When the Moon is in Aries

We're motivated by a strong desire to start fresh. A gut instinct to begin something new is with us now, as well as the gumption to do so. Our pioneering impulses are strong, and we feel energetic, spontaneous, and enthusiastic. We may also be tactless and impulsive now. Excess energy is best channeled into physical activity.

People can be more self-motivated and also self-focused while the Moon is in Aries. It's a competitive rather than cooperative time. Accidents and tempers flaring are more likely than usual. This period is one of more personal courage.

The Moon in Aries generally favors the following activities: Quick actions that yield immediate results. Undertakings that involve the self and the personality. (Staying power may be lacking). Self-assertion, taking on challenges, beginning short-term projects.

When the Moon is in Taurus

We are motivated by the desire for serenity, security, peace, and comfort. The Moon is at her most sensual and constant in Taurus. Our basic impulses are to relax, resist change, and "stop to smell the roses." Life slows down a little, and we get comfortable. We may also be inclined to stubbornness and materialism under this influence.

While the Moon is in Taurus, people can be emotionally constant but inflexible. It's a time of stronger focus on personal needs and comfort levels, and a period of more common sense and attention to practical matters.

The Moon in Taurus generally favors the following activities: Substantial and material actions that yield solid results. Financial activities, and those involving personal possessions, applying for a loan, beginning a potentially long-term relationship, music, home decor.

When the Moon is in Gemini

Our basic instinct is to communicate, think, and learn under the influence of Moon in Gemini. We are motivated by a desire for variety and by an instinctive curiosity. The Moon in Gemini is light-hearted, breezy, spirited, and curious, but it can also be restless and fickle.

The Moon in Gemini generally favors the following activities: Mental and communicative actions, and more than one activity at once. Reading, learning, letters and emails, errands, writing, teaching, making connections, cafes, light and airy meetings, short trips.

Upcoming Weeks: Calendars

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: August 9th to 15th, 2026

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: August 16th to 22nd, 2026

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: August 23rd to 29th, 2026

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: August 30th to September 5th, 2026

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: September 6th to 12th, 2026

: This Week in Astrology Calendar: September 13th to 19th, 2026

THIS WEEK’S PLANETARY POSITIONS BY SIGN (General Trends):

Sun in Leo “This I do for me” is your motto at a time like this. This is your time to shine, like a swirl of starstuff that has finally reached critical mass and suddenly starts to give off more light than it receives. Issues of pride, mastery, and appreciation become more and more central to your lifestream as this cycle progresses, as does a very important lesson: it’s not what you do so much as how you do it, not who you are so much as how you make others feel about themselves. If it doesn’t come from the heart, it shouldn’t matter now.

Mercury in Cancer Gut-level is the way you think, speak, and perceive in the cycle you have just begun. You aren’t interested in the superficial; instead, you want to get right to the root of things. You don’t care about the universal, only about how things impact you and yours. Intellect and emotion mix to the point of inseparability.

Venus in Virgo If it makes sense you love it, and if it doesn’t you feel guilty about it: that’s what it’s like now. A loving attention to details and a sense of satisfaction in doing what is right (especially with respect to your health) are some of the qualities that come to the fore at a time like this.

Mars in Gemini Learning, communicating, the exchange of ideas: these are the experiences you crave as a means to make your mark now, as a new phase begins in your life. You’re a person with something to say, and you realize that others have information that is essential to your goals. A time of much mental energy and initiative … perhaps with an element of conflict tossed in for good measure.

Jupiter in Leo High drama, big romance, a creative bonanza: this is the stuff dreams are made of now. The world is your stage, the spotlight is your goal, and the love and appreciation of others is the air you breathe. Children, lovers, admirers: these are the people who figure large in your life as this cycle progresses. A willingness to gamble on the future.

Saturn in Aries Self-discipline and a sense of self-worth become important issues in your life as a new phase begins for you. A fear of asserting yourself can hold you back – as can coming on too strong. The trick is learning to make the most of your personal talents and abilities, working within your limitations instead of feeling hemmed in by them.

Uranus in Gemini New ideas, new input, and new ways of exchanging these things with others – all these and more become increasingly important factor in your life now, as you enter into a new phase. This is a period of enhanced mental activity, a nonstop stream of consciousness, of trying out new concepts and perspectives.

Neptune in Aries The frontier spirit is alive and well as a new cycle dawns in your life. Independence and originality take on a kind of primal importance for you; you tend to put these qualities on a pedestal, above all else. Fresh starts, new possibilities … these are the visions that light a spark in your soul. But what of the weak, the ones who aren’t free, the ones who get left behind?

Pluto in Aquarius Reform, revolution, a rejection of the past and a focus on the future: these are the signatures of the new phase now beginning in your life. Tradition becomes irrelevant, and the conventional wisdom is revealed as dogma or outright nonsense – and what’s the difference, really? Radical changes in all things social and intellectual.

The interpretations in this box are from the Day Watch software.

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