August Horoscope: Susan Miller’s Monthly Outlook for Virgo in August 2025
Since Mars entered Virgo on June 17th, you’ve been moving at lightning speed. Throughout July, you’ve been checking off tasks one by one, preparing for more significant actions in August and September. Mars hasn’t visited your sign in two years, and it’s setting the stage for a new, active chapter in your life. You’ve been envisioning the future, and soon you’ll be able to turn those visions into reality.
Your ruling planet, Mercury, has been retrograde in Leo since July 18th and will turn direct on August 10th. This mischievous planet has been (and still is) playing tricks, causing delays, requiring re-dos, and creating issues with electronics, smartphones, printers, Wi-Fi, and software. Hold off on purchasing any electronics or machinery until a few days after Mercury stations direct on August 10th.
Learning that your ruler remains retrograde in early August might tempt you to shout, “I’m done! I can’t take another second of Mercury retrograde!” But don’t worry, dear Virgo. August brings excellent aspects that will deliver special opportunities, likely leaving you amazed. The fantastic planetary alignments I’m about to share will likely overshadow any trouble this Dennis the Menace planet might cause. This is undoubtedly a powerful and rewarding month.
Mars Shifts Focus to Finances
On August 6th, Mars leaves Virgo and enters Libra, where it will stay until September 22nd. This transit highlights your personal savings and spending, marking a period of increased expenses. However, you’ll also discover ways to earn more money. I’ll point out the best days to seek these financial opportunities.
August 8th looks particularly promising when Mars connects with unpredictable Uranus. Uranus, currently in Gemini (your 10th House of Honor, Awards, and Achievement), creates a link between your income and your standing within your company or industry—or even globally, if you’re a public figure. An unexpected financial windfall seems possible around this time.
The Powerful Full Moon in Aquarius
Now, let’s turn to the Full Moon in Aquarius at 17 degrees on August 9th, which will illuminate your sector of daily work projects. This isn’t the area of fame (that’s the 10th House) but rather the work you do day-to-day, the tools you use, the methods you employ, and the teams you work with.
The efforts in your 6th House have a cumulative effect. Consistently high-quality work builds over time and can eventually lead to recognition in your 10th House (the realm of honor, awards, and achievement)—the same area activated around August 8th during the Mars-Uranus connection.
Uranus will remain in Gemini until November 7th, 2025, offering a small preview of what’s to come from next year through May 2033. This is why your career may be filled with surprises in August, and possibly September and October.
Soon, Uranus—the planet of unexpected developments—will permanently enter your sector of exceptional career growth and achievement. From April 25th, 2026, to May 22nd, 2033, Uranus will reside in Gemini for seven years. This placement could bring you significant renown, dear Virgo.
Back to the August 9th Full Moon. As this Saturday approaches, you’ll likely complete a major project. This one seems different from others you’ve done because it has the potential to elevate your reputation and possibly earn you notable professional rewards.
With the Full Moon in Aquarius, this project might involve the digital world, cybersecurity, or artificial intelligence. Alternatively, it could relate to charity or humanitarian efforts, as Aquarius is associated with organizations addressing the needs of society’s vulnerable groups. Aquarius also deals with social conditions, environmental issues, animal welfare, and exploration into life’s mysteries—like black holes, dark matter, the Bermuda Triangle, and life forms in the ocean’s depths. Science, mathematics, and future interpretation are all under Aquarius’ domain.
On the day of the Full Moon (August 9th), a perfectly harmonious air sign grand trine will form. Mars in your 2nd House of Income will receive brilliant energy from Pluto in Aquarius (your 6th House of Daily Work), suggesting your efforts will be handsomely rewarded. This project stands out because Mars in Libra and Pluto in Aquarius will both channel their energy to Uranus in Gemini (the third air sign), creating a mathematically perfect, stunning trine. Uranus, the planet of surprises, will be at the top of your chart like a bright lantern, ready to illuminate the path forward for your excellent work.
I adore this August 9th Full Moon, but note that its energy will be stronger on August 8th, the day before it peaks. Focus on Friday, August 8th, because on Saturday, August 9th, the Moon will be void of course for nearly 23 hours (from 3:54 AM EDT until 2:50 AM EDT on Sunday, August 10th). Such a long void Moon is unusual and important to note. Why? Let me explain.
It’s best not to take significant action during the Moon’s void period. The Moon is essentially “sleeping” and not communicating with other planets, so meetings or new ventures started then are unlikely to yield results. This is why Friday, August 8th, as the Full Moon approaches its peak, is likely your best day. After that, the Full Moon peaks and then begins to wane. Its influence will gradually dissipate over a few days, with its final day of impact being Wednesday, August 13th. So, between August 8th and 13th, the Full Moon will deliver messages about the project you’re completing. Financial rewards and professional recognition may follow.
The Complex New Moon in Virgo
Now, let’s look at the New Moon at 0 degrees Virgo on August 22nd. This is the first of two consecutive New Moons in Virgo—an extremely rare occurrence. The second will arrive on September 21st at 29 degrees Virgo and will be a solar eclipse. Eclipses are much more powerful than regular New Moons (about three times stronger) and often mark special events in your personal history. They frequently bring major milestones we remember for years.
Both New Moons are in your sign, indicating this is a crucial time to state your wishes and take action. I’ll discuss the second New Moon (the eclipse) next month. This month’s New Moon on August 22nd is complex. The challenge comes from Uranus in your career recognition sector forming a difficult angle to the Sun. Something unexpected may arise in your professional life, or you might encounter an unforeseen obstacle. Uranus is known for its unpredictability, and this month highlights that trait—it was helpful and positive on August 9th but becomes tricky and hard to manage on the 22nd.
During the August 22nd New Moon, Pluto in your sector of tasks offers strong support, and Saturn and Neptune in your 8th House of Others’ Money provide backing to your career house. You might receive a sum of money around this time, giving you a sense of security. Venus also supports your reputation and financial interests.
How the month concludes depends largely on Mercury, the ruler of the August 22nd New Moon. By then, Mercury will have turned direct (on August 10th) and will be very strong. Mercury will immediately connect with action-oriented Mars in Libra (your 2nd House of Income). Since Mercury and Mars are friendly, this is another sign that your earnings seem protected. This is just part one—part two will arrive during next month’s eclipse. New Moons always open new paths, and we often must wait for the eclipse to deliver its message. Even then, eclipses can take two weeks to reveal their full story in a “second act.” The full picture will likely emerge in September.
The changes you see will be largely driven by you. If you’re tired of a limiting situation, you’ll push back. If your company’s finances have been struggling, you might leave, but with planetary support, your personal finances appear secure.
Love and Social Highlights
For love and socializing, the sweetest day of the month will be August 12th, when Venus and Jupiter conjunct in compatible Cancer (or August 11th, depending on your time zone). When Venus, the goddess of love, meets Jupiter, the planet of joy, luxury, and growth, in your 11th House of Joy, Friendship, and Social Activities, it’s headline news. Jupiter and Venus meet only once a year, always in a different sign. The last time they met in Cancer was June 3rd, 2002! This is very special. August 12th is a Tuesday, but so what? Go out and have fun.
Summary
You’ve been busy with Mars in Virgo, and you may have noticed that important people are paying attention to everything you say. Mars leaves Virgo on August 6th, so make the most of the first few days of August to schedule key meetings and actions—both personal and professional.
Your ruler, Mercury, has been retrograde in Leo since July 18th but will turn direct on August 10th. During this period, some tasks likely required adjustments and redefinition. It’s August, and many people are on vacation. Delays may actually benefit you, offering a rare chance to breathe deeply, review recent weeks, and proceed slowly.
Next month brings eclipses—one in your opposite sign Pisces (the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse on September 7th) and one in Virgo (the Solar Eclipse on September 21st). These will require you to adapt to new circumstances, marking a period of change and improvement. Take advantage of this month to slow down and rest while you can. By September, you’ll be moving at lightning speed again.
Around the August 9th Aquarius Full Moon (plus four days), you’ll likely complete a project. This Full Moon looks exceptionally special, and the project should be well-received. Uranus plays a key role, forming one point of a harmonious grand trine at the top of your chart (your 10th House of Professional Honor, Awards, and Achievement).
Uranus will signal powerful Pluto in your 6th House of Daily Tasks, which forms the second point of the trine. The third point is Mars, newly in Libra and your salary and income sector. You have all the right cosmic support for a promotion, raise, or industry acclaim for outstanding work. If you’ve been working hard, you’ll see rewards around the August 9th Full Moon.
Since the Moon is void on August 9th (meaning it doesn’t aspect any planets), focus on August 8th—a day filled with beautiful, active aspects. This Full Moon is remarkable for its rare harmony. Avoid taking action on August 9th due to the nearly 23-hour void Moon. The Full Moon is active the day before it peaks (August 8th) and for four days after (until August 13th). Any day except August 9th works, but August 8th is best.
August 22nd brings the first of two consecutive New Moons in Virgo (the second is the friendly eclipse New Moon on September 21st). This is a rare event. We almost never see two New Moons in a row in the same sign, especially Virgo. Those born on or within five days of August 22nd will benefit most from the opportunities that arise in the following days.
Uranus will challenge the August 22nd New Moon from your 10th House of Career Recognition and Development. This New Moon seems focused on your career, but it may not bring the news you want to hear. The message will likely come unexpectedly. Avoid traveling at this time, as you’ll need to decide how to handle what you learn. It’s best to be with trusted confidants to plan your way forward.
During the August 22nd New Moon, thanks to Pluto, your excellent work on an important project (likely focused on digital, scientific, or humanitarian fields) will protect you. If you’re interviewing for a job, Mars challenges Jupiter, so you might feel the offered salary isn’t attractive enough—keep looking. If you like the job but the pay is low, negotiate for better terms. It will be worth it.
Venus and Jupiter plan to meet on August 12th, which will undoubtedly be the highlight of your social life this month. This is an evening of glamour, fun, luxury, beauty, friendship, and parties. Both Venus and Jupiter are in water sign Cancer, and the transiting Moon will be in Pisces—perfect placements to help weave beautiful memories. Plan something special and enjoy an evening filled with surprises and warmth.
