Your horoscope reading for August 2025 predicts great things ahead and powerful challenges

Cosmopolitan

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August's astrology has both the luckiest and most challenging planetary events of 2025, but it's also peppered with moments to look forward to. The month starts off in Leo season, which always helps you focus on yourself! You're remembering what makes you unique and ready to share your talents and gifts with the world. The next few weeks can also give you the courage and confidence boost you need to go after who and what you desire. 'Tis the season to make sure you prioritise having more fun in your daily life and reconnect with the present moment.
Your relationships are off to a rocky start thanks to Venus in Cancer ramming into Saturn in Aries and Neptune in Aries on 1 August. This can stir up feelings of insecurity and projection. Rejection can feel devastating, but it's important to remember that who and what is right for you will find you in time. Rejection is often the Universe's way of protection and re-direction. Be gentle with yourself and others today.
You're feeling indecisive once Mars moves into Libra on 6 August. The next few weeks have you weighing the pros and cons of every situation over and over. You're also focusing more of your energy on your close one-on-one connections. You could stand up for yourself in a key relationship or maybe you're ready to start a collaborative project with someone you admire. This can be a productive time to hone your conflict resolution skills and for negotiations of all sorts. You're taking a new approach and matters into your own hands when Mars in Leo mingles with Uranus in Gemini on 8 August. New ideas can feel expansive and illuminating.
On the same day, you're facing unavoidable roadblocks when Mars in Libra stares down Saturn in Aries. This can show up as a push-and-pull energy. You might want to charge forward on a plan or idea, but perhaps you encounter a temporary setback or delay that's out of your control. Tensions can flare and people are feeling frustrated today. Patience will be necessary.
There's a Full Moon in Aquarius on 9 August that asks you to reflect on what makes you unique and how you can use your own spark to help the collective. Sometimes this can also coincide with shake-ups in a friend group or even a fun outing with friends. As the full moon moves through Aquarius, you're also tasked with setting boundaries - everyone's favourite pastime!
On the same day as the full moon, Mars in Libra stares down Neptune in Aries, and you might feel more exhausted than normal. You're standing up for what you believe in and willing to go to great lengths to protect the most vulnerable in both your life and the world around you. Confusion, projection, and even deception can also be themes today. Wait a few days to make important decisions if possible.
You're changing your ways when Mars in Libra meets with Pluto in Aquarius on August 10. This energy can help you take old habits and embrace change. Your mind is also powerful today - words and conversations can be healing, deep, and vulnerable. You're also able to shift your own mindset through a new practice - whether it's daily affirmations or visualisation during a morning walk.
Mercury retrograde in Leo finally wraps up its theatrics on 11 August! With Mercury direct in Leo, miscommunication begins to clear up. Your confidence also returns, and you're reunited with passions and projects that bring you and your inner child joy. There's more than a little luck in the air on the same day when Venus and Jupiter, both in Cancer, meet in the sky. Venus and Jupiter are two of the luckiest planets in the sky and deliver feelings of elation, celebration, and security. You're feeling grateful and could learn lucky news. You might also take a stride toward a new goal or dream for yourself. You're feeling encouraged and hopeful about who and what you desire.
Mercury in Leo mingles with Mars in Leo on 14 August and 17 August, linking themes and topics that take place on those days together. Conversations that begin on 14 August could pick back up on 17 August. This can give you the inspiration and courage to not only dream up a new plan, but to take action! You're feeling motivated and making progress. The energy is also flirty and fun - so put yourself out there!
The Sun enters Virgo on 22 August and there's a New Moon in Virgo on the same day. The next few weeks bring back-to-school energy - you're getting organised and focused on how the small habits and patterns in your life lead to massive results and changes over time. Virgo energy reminds us that the magic is in the mundane and can be found all around you in your everyday life. The New Moon in Virgo is a great time to kick a bad habit, cast a spell, or find a new way to be of service. Giving back will feel fulfilling for you, but also benefits the collective.
You're feeling energized when the Sun in Virgo slams into Uranus in Gemini on August 24. You could take a risk! You're tired of doing things the old way and new, innovative ideas can come through when you least expect it. The energy of the day is unpredictable, so do your best to stay flexible. Venus, the planet of relationships, moves into love-obsessed Leo on 25 August. Your love language is compliments, attention, and PDA! You might make a relationship official on social media or even focus on more self-love over the coming weeks. On the same day, Venus in Leo shares a kiss with Saturn in Aries, making it an ideal time to commit. You could take a relationship to the next level or even sign a new, creative or fulfilling contract.
You're taking a risk in the name of love when Venus in Leo connects with Uranus in Gemini and Neptune in Aries on 26 August. Compassionate and vulnerable conversations can lead to breakthroughs and healing in your relationship dynamics. You could mend old wounds and release old relationship baggage that's felt hard to move through before. Singles could also meet someone randomly who they share an instant spark with. Also on 26 August, Venus in Leo stares down Pluto in Aquarius, igniting passion and power struggles in your closest ties. Romance can be steamy, but it can also be toxic. Set boundaries as necessary and don't ignore your shadow side.
There's a shift in the collective when Uranus in Gemini meets with Neptune in Aries on 28 August. You might feel more tethered to the collective unconscious and events unfolding around the world. You're more aware that humans are all interconnected, the same way trees share root systems and nutrients to support one another, and feel our shared humanity deeply. Divine downloads can also come through and offer guidance and inspiration on your life path and next steps.