Clear blue skies and the heat is rising. The August 2024 horoscope falls at the time of year when all you want to do is as little as possible. Much of the world seems to shut up shop this month, but the universe keeps on turning – and it’s working overtime this month, with Mercury turning retrograde in Virgo and Mars and Jupiter meeting up in Gemini. As Mercury turns retrograde, there is also new Moon in Aquarius that will be conjunct Pluto, now retrograde in that sign. That is enough to be dealing with at this time of year.
So, there is going to be a lot to think about – and the chance to revisit some of the ideas and discussions you thought you had dealt with some time ago. There is a lot of energy available too – so use that energy boost wherever you find it. The full moon on August 19th is close to Pluto, so this really is a moment to draw the line under any situations that are going to be under the full moon’s light. In this month’s forecast, I’m going to look at how each of those factors affects your sign – and (as usual) you can read the August 2024 horoscope for your sun sign, your rising sign – or both.
August 2024 Horoscope: Aries
The month begins with you thinking how good it would be not to have to think about that ‘to do’ list that seems to grow each time you look at it. Mercury is about to turn retrograde in your house of duty, work and organisation, so the gods are with you if you need to make some improvements to the way you arrange your daily life. Most things benefit from tidying up or clearing out – it’s how we ensure our lifestyle is fit for purpose. if yours has become overblown, now is the time to work out how to get things back under control – especially if work is getting in the way of fun.
That is where your head is going to be all month – and Mars and Jupiter are going to give you some big ideas about how to push things forwards. They are also going to make you impulsive and bite off more than you can chew. That may cause some friction; there is the potential for a few big arguments this month – hopefully your ‘debates’ will be productive, as Venus moving into your ‘working things out zone’ shows a desire to mend fences rather than build walls. The new moon helps to foster a congenial spirit – but after the full moon, it’s all change: you may have to work out whose side you are on.
August 2024 Horoscope: Taurus
Dear Taurus, by the end of the first week of August, you are going to have to get your head around a few basic issues – particularly matters that concern your home and family. The new moon triggers new things – and this time around it coincides with Mercury retrograde – and together they signify some hard thinking needs to be done in connection with any feelings of attachment you may have to where you are living now – and how you are living now. Mars and Jupiter suggest there may be a financial angle to this too – and changes (up or down) to the amount of cash you have, may be the thing that energises you.
The good news is, you may have more than you bargained for – and that could be cause for a celebration. Throwing a party at home could be in the stars for some of you this month – especially if you are celebrating the start of something new. With Mercury retrograde, it’s likely that those future changes are still at the planning stage – though Venus suggests you may be laying down the deposit on something that is going to bring you pleasure in the months to come. The big news comes with the full moon – things are changing where your career or public status is concerned – so let’s hope it’s good news, as there is no going back.
August 2024 Horoscope: Gemini
The August 2024 horoscope suggests this is a restless month for you. The pressure from Mars and Jupiter has you in hyperactive mode: Some of you want to push ahead and extend your range – even if you’re not certain of which direction you should travel. Others may feel a great surge of energy – and that will be useful if there is something you need to tackle – no job is to small for you this month. That is especially true if the job is close to home; Mercury turns retrograde in your domestic sector – there will be no shortage of ideas about how to do the job – even if it’s all talk and no action.
One reason for this may be that Venus and Mercury pass like ships in the night – things that seem like a good idea at the beginning of the month, soon run into budgetary concerns. The truth is, you may need to spend some cash on your home and family – you simply need to work out how much you can get away with. The battle between what you want and what you need was ever thus. The full moon later in the month is a game changer – your understanding of a certain situation may have to change and you may have to dig deep to get to the truth.
August 2024 Horoscope: Cancer
Cancer people may be surprisingly energetic – except for this month. As the month begins, you may feel as if making an effort is beyond you, and your batteries are running low. However, some of you may want to make some big moves, but feel that this is not the time. Frustration is a possibility this month, so use the time to put your vivid imagination to good use. When the new moon sets seed in your material and money sector, it signals a new phase in your personal finances – and as the new moon’s sign is Leo – you may want to focus your resources on something you have always wanted – perhaps since your childhood.
Mercury retrograde is going to take your mind back to a period when you felt more secure – in all senses. This month, you need to get back in touch with yourself at a deep level – and memories will play a large part in this process. Sharing your memories is also positive for you, as Venus suggests your personal interactions will be pleasant this month – though there is a possibility you will be discussing financial matters, as well as romantic or joyous ones. The full moon later in the month signals a change of mood: you may have to deal with a sudden crisis (large or small) or meet with a turning point in the road.
August 2024 Horoscope: Leo
This is the birthday month for many Leo subjects, so it’s not surprising that your social life is energised in a big way throughout the next few weeks. For some of you, taking action may mean becoming involved in a cause or campaign that you feel passionately about – though beware of being full of your own self importance if you want to keep things sweet. The August 2024 horoscope tells us that the month starts on an expensive note – but gifts of all kinds accrue to Leo people born early in the month. All of you can expect a lot of positive exchanges in the next few weeks.
The new moon in your sign always signals a fresh start for you – and Mercury turns retrograde in your sector of money, gifts and talents. You are going to have to think hard about your personal resources (of all kinds) and you will spend the month thinking hard about whether you are making the best use of what is available to you. Only you can answer that question and – if you consult with your partner – you may receive a response that’s difficult to hear. The full moon changes partnerships of all kinds, and honesty will be the key to moving your relationships in a new direction.
August 2024 Horoscope: Virgo
As far as your career is concerned, the August 2024 horoscope suggests you need to take the initiative if you want to reach the next level – and this month is the best time for that this year. If you’re looking for that new position, luck may be on your side – but you’re going to have to make that initial approach, as good fortune won’t come to you unless you make an effort. As the month begins you may be guilty of hiding your best qualities – but you won’t obtain recognition unless you come out into the light. Fortunately, Venus spends most of the month in your sign – and that makes you an attractive proposition.
The first part of August is busy, but the new moon signals a shift in your subconscious desires – Mercury retrograde is going to give you a lot to reflect on, as you attempt to deal with some worries and doubts that have been left unresolved for too long. This month you need to get your head around some unconscious attitudes that are preventing you from moving forwards. The momentum is heading in that direction, so it’s important to process those thoughts. The full moon signals that you need to reframe your life to ensure it works for you – this is your chance to transform your life for good.
August 2024 Horoscope: Libra
The August 2024 horoscope suggests there is a restless undercurrent to the month ahead – and it’s really going to be in your face. If you need to get away on that far away holiday, just go – and the more adventurous your destination, the better. There is a real drive that’s going to push you in new directions, and that’s a good thing, because you need a challenge to spur you on to greater things. This month, you may have all the challenges you ever needed – and hopefully they will lead to positive results. Whatever happens, you are going to develop a new perspective on life as the month proceeds.
And it starts at the beginning: The new moon signals new beginnings in your friendships, social life and allegiances. The words, ‘a new team’, may resonate with you this month; Mercury retrograde suggests your goals and aspirations may become something you want to think about this month – keep the ones that will enable you to be true to yourself and plan to move ahead on that basis. You may have to keep your true desires ‘under wraps’ for now until you feel confident enough to put your plans into practice. At the time of the full moon, you’ll be able to let go of the past and embrace a confident future.
August 2024 Horoscope: Scorpio
Sometimes we make our own luck – and this is just the month for you to do exactly that. The August 2024 horoscope signals you have the opportunity to make significant changes to your life – but you will have to take the initiative to get the best result. The energy available to you is particularly beneficial for financial matters; if someone owes you money (or anything else ) it’s payback time this month. And if you need a boost to help you to turn that corner? That may come your way this month – but the outcome will depend on your own determination to make things happen.
The new moon suggests a new phase in your career or public status and Mercury retrograde suggests you’re going to be thinking about this all month. The question to ask yourself is what do I want out of life? The answer becomes clear when Mercury turns direct, but before that happens, you’re going to enjoy some career success or recognition that validates you in the eyes of your peer group. Perhaps it’s this good feeling or positive reception that prompts the question. Later in the month, everything changes, as the full moon shines on your home and family life; there is a crisis to deal with, so be prepared.
August 2024 Horoscope: Sagittarius
This is a month well-starred for some partnership action – though the August 2024 horoscope suggests that being active with your partner has several interpretations. First, there is the romantic one; if you’re single, you can be successful in your pursuit of love; there are no shortage of romantic opportunities this month – if you take the initiative. Active partnerships are business or professional: it’s a good time to form a union – if you’re determined to forge an alliance of some kind – do it now. The only risk is that you rush into things or are overly optimistic – but that’s no reason for inaction.
As the month begins, you’re going to have a lot to think about in connection with your job. Mercury turns retrograde in your career sector, so there may be some inner debate or outer negotiation in store. For most of the month, you will be reconsidering your position – especially if you’re finding it restrictive in any way. Your mind will be on bigger, better things – especially if there is a financial upgrade involved. The time may be right to go for a better paid job – and it may involve being some distance from where you are now. The full moon suggests you may have to let go of any mental blockages that may be getting in your way.
August 2024 Horoscope: Capricorn
You may not want to hear this, but August could be a busy month for you. The August 2024 horoscope reveals where your energies are best focused – and that focus is on making things work. So, whether it’s your day job, your health and fitness, your daily routines or simply trying to ‘work something out’, that will be your direction of travel this month. And no-one else is going to do it for you. This month you’ll be taking the lead in getting things done and – on the positive side – it will be your opportunity to show the world what you’re made of.
Positive change is always a good thing – especially in the financial sense – and the month begins with potentially good things coming your way. You may be lucky with money – or receive a bonus; remember, however, that bonuses come in many forms and however they come, they’re good to have. The new moon is responsible for seeding that feel-good factor; a change of attitude is often the precursor of better things ahead. Mercury retrograde is going to make you think hard about what the future holds – and most of the month, you will be getting your head around the fundamentals of that – as the full moon will confirm.
August 2024 Horoscope: Aquarius
If you’re going to fail, fail big and with style – it’s the only way you’re ever going to learn. I’m not suggesting that you’re going to fail this month, as the August 2024 horoscope suggests there is the opportunity for you to boost your confidence by getting something right – and overcoming some situation that may have left you feeling down would fit with this dynamic. Some of you may use this energy to pursue new opportunities to expand your lives in a creative manner. I’m not suggesting you become an artist, but if there is a situation in your life that needs to be tackled creatively – that may be the way to move things ahead.
Thinking out of the box often helps you to set your priorities. This time around, you need to think about what is essential – and what is not. That’s certainly your mindset as the month begins, but your thought will soon turn to your partnerships – of all kinds. They begin the month in a happy place – and that may prompt a period of re-evaluation where you discuss how to change and develop your relationship in the most positive manner. In sone instances, this month may bring financial discussions – particularly in the context of business or professional relationships. The full moon put you in control of this process.
August 2024 Horoscope: Pisces
This month, there is a lot of restless energy under your roof. With Mars and Jupiter as house guests, it’s a great time to tackle those big jobs; that may be some DIY for some of you, or dealing with some big family issues for others. However it manifests, you are going to have to take action – this is not an energy you can ignore – though you may be prone to some rash – or extravagant – moves. If you decide on a sudden relocation, don’t say you weren’t warned. The new moon shows new beginnings – and it sets its seeds in your house of health and work; you may have some work to do – but it will be worth it.
This month, it’s about making the best of things. that’s what you desire as as the month begins – though you soon realise you’ll need to share the love (and the money) as the month moves on. Discussing finances with your partner is well-starred this month, because you need to discuss how things are going to work between you. It’s easy to make assumptions that all will be well, but that may be a dangerous assumption to make – as the full moon may remind you later in the month. It’s going to be advisable for you to get any agreements in writing, so you know exactly who is responsible for what.
Further Reading
The Big 2024 Horoscope: The Year Ahead
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© Sara Shipman 2024
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