When the Leo new moon arrives on Sunday, August 4, 2024 (at 7:13 AM EDT), a wave of proactive energy washes over your romantic and creative pursuits. Your horoscope for the ardent Leo new moon.
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Take stock of your life at the Leo new moon
- Where have you stopped voicing your feelings or sharing your ideas as openly as you could? Let these moonbeams loosen your tongue and open your mind.
- Speak up when you have something to contribute to the conversation—and ask questions when you want to know more.
- Do (at least) one thing to put your talents on display or draw attention to your gifts. Permission to graciously self-promote? Granted!
- Has your work-to-play ratio tipped too heavily toward responsibilities? Commit to having more fun, even if you’re busy. Productivity tends to increase when you take breaks anyway! So try to relax your mind and enjoy downtime with friends—summer is fleeting!
With the August 4 Leo new moon sextile both active Mars in Gemini and adventurous Jupiter in Gemini, you’re invited to explore a fresh social scene, try a fun new workout or plan some travel.
A Leo new moon also enhances your love language
A new moon in Leo opens hearts and lifts voices. So if you’ve been suppressing your loving feelings, expect them to come rushing out before you can stop them!
If you’re ready to start (or expand) your fam, these fertile moonbeams could start the clock on babymaking, adoption or IVF efforts.
Single and looking? Pump up your efforts over the next two weeks and remember: Confidence is the most attractive trait of all.
Beware: The Summer Mercury retrograde arrives on the heels of the Leo new moon
On the same day as the Leo new moon (August 4), love planet Venus slips from center-of-attention Leo to responsible Virgo. Don’t be surprised if you feel more like cleaning up from the party vs. planning one with Venus in Virgo—especially since the next day (August 5) the Summer 2024 Mercury retrograde begins a 3-week journey through these two zodiac signs!
Your Leo new moon horoscope
Below are horoscopes for every zodiac sign for the Leo new moon on Sunday, August 4, at 7:13 AM EDT. You can read for your Sun sign or your rising sign (ascendant). Visit our Cosmic Calculator section if you want to calculate your Rising sign or discover more about your personal astrology.
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Aries (March 19-April 19)
Summer fun is about to kick into gear for you, Aries. The Leo new moon brings a heart-opening fresh start, illuminating your fifth house of passion, self-expression and romance on August 4. Some late-summer lovin’ could be in the cards! But don’t rush in. Venus moves into discerning Virgo the same day, and Mercury turns retrograde the next. A thrilling connection could sizzle and then fizzle.
Aries horoscopes, read more!
Taurus (April 19-May 20)
Take a rest, Taurus. The Leo new moon arrives on August 4 in your fourth house, bringing a fresh start to home and family members. This could spark clarity around a move, a renovation or plans for change with your clan. Love planet Venus concurrently moves into Virgo and your passionate fifth house, sparking up summer love until August 29.
Taurus horoscopes, read more!
Gemini (May 20-June 20)
The year’s only Leo new moon on August 4 brings fresh energy to your third house of communication and ideas, which could clear some mental hard drive space for brilliant new solutions to download! With your ruler Mercury turning retrograde the next day, be discerning about how much info you take in for the rest of the month. Also on August 4, beautifying Venus moves into Virgo and your domestic fourth house. It’s the perfect time to bond with family and enjoy some cozy downtime with a beachy getaway.
Gemini horoscopes, read more!
Cancer (June 20-July 22)
Fresh starts arrive when the Leo new moon lands in your second house of money and routines on August 4. You’re all ready for a clean page (and a budget reboot). With magnetic Venus moving into Virgo and your third house of kindred spirits on the same day, a meeting of the minds could turn into a lucrative joint venture. Explore at a super-slow pace, though. On August 5, your ruling planet Mercury turns retrograde until August 28, a time when you’ll want to be extra careful about inking any binding contracts.
Cancer horoscopes, read more!
Leo (July 22-August 22)
Your personal new year arrives August 4. The Leo new moon hits a hard reset on the year, setting your compass for a new six-month path. Where would you like to be by the February 2025 Leo full moon? A few glimmering visions could pop up that get you excited about what’s next. With super-attractor Venus moving into Virgo and your second house money zone on the same day, one of your creative ideas could generate serious revenue. Just be cautious about committing to anything too binding. Mercury turns retrograde on August 5, which could scramble signals or give you second thoughts through August 28.
Leo horoscopes, read more!
Virgo (August 22-September 22)
Release and find peace, Virgo. The Leo new moon on August 4 in your twelfth house of surrender asks you to let go of something that is no longer serving you. This could be a toxic relationship, a harmful habit, even a fearful belief that limits you. Sure, that’s a process, but take concrete action in the week ahead. Book a therapy appointment, for example, or start a 30-day meditation challenge.
As an added bonus, romantic and pleasure-loving Venus moves into Virgo on the same day. Your entire life will get a galactic glow-up. Swap those flip-flops and faded tanks for something a little more stylish and selfie-ready. But post those OOTD pics with discernment, because your ruling planet, Mercury, turns retrograde on August 5!
Virgo horoscopes, read more!
Libra (September 23-October 22)
The Leo new moon on August 4 in your eleventh house of social networking turns on your searchlight, helping you seek inspiring new friendships and colleagues. While you adore your entourage, you’re hungry for people who share your newly-developing interests, too. Look for your crew at events and also online, as the eleventh house rules technology. In fact, this new moon is ideal for upping your digital fluency. Dive into a video tutorial for a new app, start developing a virtual venture, shop around for technology that will make your life run with greater ease. Your love life may go through a heart-centered evaluation while Venus visits Virgo the same day.
Libra horoscopes, read more!
Scorpio (October 22-November 21)
The new moon in Leo on August 4 electrifies your tenth house of career and leadership, igniting your ambitious side. Whether your eye is on the executive wing or some other grand life goal, la luna is here to help. Over the next six months, take concrete and calculated strides that keep you moving in that direction. This new moon could also spark a fresh chapter in your relationship with an important man.
With magnetic Venus entering Virgo and your social eleventh house the same day, circulating the parties and reaching out to your network could be fruitful—for both work AND love. Mercury turns retrograde on August 5, a great time to reach out to old colleagues and contacts to see if they have opportunities that could be a fit.
Scorpio horoscopes, read more!
Sagittarius (November 21-December 21)
The Leo new moon on August 4 in your worldly ninth house sets your GPS for a brand new ZIP code, or country code. As the natural ruler of this zodiac house, you’re always ready for an adventure. Expand your search radius, whether for romance or finance. Also on August 4, magnetic Venus zooms into Virgo and your professional tenth house until August 29. Find ways to mix business and pleasure. Infuse the spirit of fun into work. Bonus: Your efforts could keep morale boosted while Mercury is retrograde August 5 to 28.
Sagittarius horoscopes, read more!
Capricorn (December 21-January 19)
The August 4 Leo new moon in your seductive eighth house calls forth the slumbering siren within. With Venus moving into Virgo the same day, your worldly ninth house is also illuminated, which could bring an adventurous chapter or even a long-distance love before summer’s end. Make room in your busy schedule to relax into a receptive and sensual space. Chemistry could heat up too, either with an existing partner or someone unexpected.
The eighth house also rules shared finances and assets. Real estate, a legal contract or a joint business venture may be in the cards. Plant the seeds of your intention today and watch them unfold in the coming six months.
Capricorn horoscopes, read more!
Aquarius (January 19-February 18)
The August 4 Leo new moon in your seventh house of partnership ignites your desire for synchronicity. You might be drawn to someone who fits the “opposites attract” bill, or whose strengths balance out your weak spots. If you’re already in a relationship, turn to a fresh page. Long-term talks might be on the table, or you could be negotiating a business alliance. This is the start of a six-month cycle, so lay the groundwork today. Sexy bonus: Venus moves into Virgo and your erotic eighth house also on August 4. The last part of summer just got a heat index warning!
Aquarius horoscopes, read more!
Pisces (February 18-March 20)
Has a part of your life gotten messy or unhealthy? The Leo new moon in your sixth house of wellness acts as your personal celebrity trainer, blowing the whistle on your bad habits and inspiring you to take better care of your body. With beautifying Venus moving into Virgo and your seventh house partnership zone from the same day, teaming up with a friend or significant other will make healthy living much more fun. Make it a social thing, instead of a chore. Bonus: All those endorphins will make you feel especially attractive! Keep the good vibes flowing, since Mercury turns retrograde on August 5!
Pisces horoscopes, read more!
When is the next new moon?
The next new moon is on September 2, 2024, in Virgo.
When is the next full moon and new moon in Leo?
• The next full moon in Leo on February 12, 2025.
• The next new moon in Leo is on July 24, 2025.
Read even more about new moons
New moons reset the monthly lunar cycle. Astrologers treat these occurrences as ultra-powerful moments to set intentions, start fresh and begin projects anew. Learn more about new moons in astrology.
Learn about each of the 2024 new moons.
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