Astrology
Your August 2025 Love Horoscope: Which Zodiac Signs Will Have Major Romance Events?
As the summer heat winds down, the heat of the stars is just getting started. July got the drama going with sneaky plot twists, August will help you take the next step in your relationships, and September? Well, September is going to be the grand finale in your current love story. So, get comfy. We’re walking you through love horoscopes for August 2025, the month where we’ll take “next steps” in partnerships.
On August 6, the very first love transit occurs. Mars, the planet of sex and passion, will enter Libra, a zodiac sign committed to deep love affairs. You can only imagine what kind of energy this brings to a relationship. On a collective level, our libido may experience a sudden resurgence — as we yearn to utilize physical touch as an avenue for soul-binding connection.
A few days later, on August 9, a full moon takes place in the logical and honest sign of Aquarius. On this day, Mars in Libra will be making some powerful connections to the deep planet, Pluto, and the planet of “surprises,” Uranus, making this full moon extra powerful. Since full moons represent endings, this isn’t a great time to start a relationship or commit to something new in your partnership. Instead, use all these intense transits for good. Consider how you’ve transformed yourself or your relationship to fit in or conform to society’s expectations. In what ways are you marching to the beat of your own drum in partnership, and how is that different from previous methods?
A few days later, on August 11, Mercury finally turns direct after its weeks-long retrograde stay in Leo. Since July 18, you may have experienced slow, dragging, or confusing communication in your partnerships. This is expected! But starting August 11, communication will shift for the better. (Basically, everything will feel much less “weird.”) It’ll take a few days for the energy to fully transition, but just know things will be clearer!
In fact, just the next day, on August 12, we’ll experience one of the most beautiful days for love in the entire year. Venus and Jupiter will come together for a once-a-year conjunction that will promote luck around themes of love, especially if it falls in a romantic House in your chart! Think: running into an old flame and hitting it off, meeting someone new at a party, or finding a DM from your crush slipped into your inbox. It’s going to be unexpected, but it’s also going to be something exciting!
Later in the month, on August 23, we’ll experience another opportunity to take love and partnership to the next level with a new moon in Virgo. Now, Virgo isn’t necessarily “sexy,” “romantic,” or “lovey-dovey.” But the reason this particular new moon is bringing some heat is because it’s happening near the Nodes of Fate. The North and South Nodes are in Pisces and Virgo right now, and are the points where eclipses occur. This new moon isn’t an eclipse, but since it’s happening on this axis, it’s bound to bring about some new beginnings in line with destiny.
A few days later, on August 25 and August 26, Venus moves into heart-centered Leo. And practically concurrently, it will also make a trine (a positive aspect) to Saturn, the planet responsible for structure and longevity. This provides the best landscape to plant seeds for long-lasting love. Think: sharing big news, asking to move in, getting down on one knee, or going exclusive.
Want to know how these transits will affect your love life this month? Continue reading to see what’s coming up for you. Make sure to read for both your sun sign and rising sign for the most accurate prediction!
Aries
This month is starting off on a sexy note, with Mars entering your House of partnerships and love connections on August 6. Your sex drive will be turned on high, but this also means your passions and interests will turn to relationships, too. Even if you’re not a usual “go-getter” in partnerships, you’ll find that you have more confidence to take that next step. After mid-July when Mercury turned retrograde in your House of dating, you’ve probably been hiding away from exes, bad dates, and more. But finally, Mercury turns direct on August 11, giving you the green light to get back into the dating scene. Lastly, make sure you go on a date on August 26. With your House of self and dating colliding in this mashup for long-term success, it’s a prosperous time to elevate a relationship.
Taurus
Not much is happening in the love arena for you this month, Taurus. However, the Virgo new moon on August 23 could definitely provide an opening for a big love. This lunation is happening in your House of dating and fun. If you’re together with someone, it will pave the way for, essentially, a detail-oriented rebrand in your partnership. You’ll be able to identify what kind of “fun” is missing in the relationship and completely transform it. If you’re single, this could mean that you meet someone new who is as grounded and “ready” as you are. Here’s to feeling like we’re getting a “win” in love!
Gemini
Right away, your dating life is getting an upgrade, Gemini. The planet of sexiness and confidence, Mars, is moving into your House of dating on August 6. This gets you into a mood to show yourself off to the world. While you may have been hiding away the past month, suddenly you feel ready to put on something cute and get out there. And the best part? Your ability to speak — well, clearly and coherently — is coming back to life once Mercury turns direct in your House of communication on August 11. After this date, you’ll find that you’re back to your old, glib, and flirty self!
Cancer
There’s not a ton happening for you in the love department this month, Cancer. But what’s really great is that many changes are happening in your House of self-worth, which can make you feel confident and empowered when dating. For example, Mercury turns direct in your House of self-worth on August 11, which allows you to truly speak your mind no matter what people say. But on August 12, Venus and Jupiter are making a conjunction in your House of self and identity, which will definitely make you the star of the show! This is the day for attention (but in a way that doesn’t make you feel uncomfortable). Make sure to get out of the house today. You never know who you’ll meet!
Leo
So much is going on for you this month, Leo! And we bet it’s been a long time coming. With Mercury retrograde happening in your House of self and ego, you’ve likely felt “off” for the past few weeks. Nothing seems to be going your way. All of that’s going to change this month! First, on August 9, the Aquarius full moon occurs in your House of love and romance, which allows you to let go of a toxic relationship with someone who’s emotionally unavailable. And on August 11, it’s the moment you’ve been waiting for: Mercury turns direct in your sign. Then, on August 25, Venus enters your sign, which gives you the confidence boost you need to start making love a priority for the next few weeks. In fact, definitely try to go on a date on August 26. The Venus-Saturn trine will provide a solid opportunity for something long-term to develop.
Virgo
There are only a few things happening in your love circle this month, Virgo. (Don’t worry, your love month is coming up in September.) First, the sun enters your sign on August 22, which initiates a sense of identity, confidence, and self-worth. This is your time! They say when we become more comfortable with who we are, we attract who we’re meant to be with. And Virgo season provides what you need to become more aligned with yourself. Right after that transition, on August 23, the Virgo new moon makes an appearance in your House of self and identity. Honestly, this just makes it clear that you’re shedding your skin. It’s not about the kind of person we want to be with, it’s about the person we want to be. And these two transits this month help you take steps toward that.
Libra
At the very start of the month, Mars moves into your sign. This heightens your sex drive, of course, but it also elevates your sex appeal. Mars represents attraction. So, you might consider all of August to be your most magnetic month of 2025. It’s a usual thing that no one can say no to you, but this month takes it to a whole new level. Get out, go on dates, put on that Marilyn Monroe effect and see who you get! Lastly, on August 26, the Venus-Saturn aspect is happening in your Houses of society and love partnerships. Venus brings her sweet pleasure from society, and Saturn offers stability in your relationship zone. So, this is a great day to go to a party or a social gathering with your partner — and perhaps share relationship news with the group.
Scorpio
There aren’t many things happening in the love zones of your chart right now, Scorpio. So, it’s a good time to sit back and relax as we start rolling into fall (and your season). If we go on moon transits, the best time for love for you will be when the moon is in Taurus. In other words, the moon is in your House of deep love and connection. These are great days to expose more of who you are to someone special, including sharing a secret, revealing more about your childhood past, or just showing them your feelings. These days will be: August 1, 2, 28, 29, and 30. The best days for a first date will be when the moon is in Pisces, and your House of dating and fun. These days will be: August 10 and 11.
Sagittarius
You’ve had quite the summer already! But August? It’s much less dramatic in the love arena. There’s not a lot going on in the romantic parts of your chart this month, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t opportunity for love to grow! The best days to develop a relationship — whether it’s old, new, or completely unexplored — are when the moon is in Gemini (and in your House of love and partnership). These are perfect days for you to deepen connections with others and yourself by sharing something vulnerable with a partner or even unveiling your feelings with someone new. These days will be: August 17 and 18. The best days to go on a first date? That’s when the moon is in Aries, and your House of flirting and sex. These days will be: August 12, 13, and 14.
Capricorn
Good news: One of Capricorn’s best days of the year for love is happening in August! Meh news: In terms of “big” love events, that’s about all there is for you this month. On August 12, Venus and Jupiter make a conjunction in your House of love and partnership. This is so fortuitous! If you’re partnered, take this as a sign to plan a date or time together today. It’s going to create the perfect landscape for deepening the love and taking next steps. If you’re single, honestly, this could be the day when you meet someone special! Make sure to keep your eyes peeled and your heart wide open on August 12 for new suitors.
Aquarius
For you, Aquarius, a lot is happening this month. First and foremost, you’re experiencing a full moon in your House of self and identity on August 9. This provides an opportunity to release old self-concept narratives holding you back from getting the love that you want (and deserve). This is the best opportunity to evaluate your approach to love if you’re single, or how you receive love in your relationship if you’re partnered. The full moon’s focus on release can help you shed that skin and get back into partnership with a focus on honoring yourself. But that’s not all! Finally, Mercury turns direct again on August 11. It’s been retrograde in your House of love and partnership for far too long. Can you say: Ex sliding into your DMs? Then, on August 25, Venus moves into your love House, which spurs an entirely new love story for you. And finally, on August 26, the Venus-Saturn trine is happening in your Houses of love and communication. So, you might actually feel the urge to share your feelings with someone special. Or, someone may share their true feelings with you!
Pisces
Oh boy, buckle up! This month has lots of fun and exciting transits, all before next month brings some serious love drama. First, the Venus-Jupiter conjunction on August 12 is happening in your House of flirtation and entertainment. This is the day to go on a date or put yourself out there! Whoever you meet today is going to initiate heart-eyes and excitement for the future. At minimum, it’ll be a great time, so make sure to get off the couch! Then, on August 22, the sun enters your House of love and partnership. But that’s not all! The next day, August 23, there’s a Virgo new moon happening in that same House — opening up the chance for a partnership to flourish.
