Astrologer says one sign is ‘exceptionally lucky’ this month during Mercury retrograde (Image: Getty)
Mercury will go into retrograde again this month, but it’s not doom and gloom for all of the 12 zodiac signs. Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk in collaboration with Taratoo, Inbaal suggested that one star sign will be luckier than ever despite the movement of the planets.
She said: “The hottest news this August is not the weather, but the Mercury retrograde which impacts Virgo and Leo more than others.
“As the planet of communication starts going backwards in the sky, it influences Virgo from August 4 to 14 and then Leo from 14 to 17, causing misunderstandings galore, not to mention some unwelcome attention from your ex.
“The sign of Gemini is exceptionally lucky this month, as Jupiter, the planet of wealth is in Gemini all month, joined by Mars, planet of passion, also in this sign all August long. This spells both love and money for Gemini this month.”
Inbaal shared her full predictions for every star sign in August.
Geminis will be ‘exceptionally lucky’ this month, according to Inbaal (Image: Getty)
Leo – July 23 to August 22
Once a year, during the Leo season, there is a new moon in your sign. This time, the new moon is on August 4, and that heralds a freshness for you – new people coming into your life and new exciting interactions are guaranteed. However, this new moon coincides with the love planet Venus leaving your sign, so someone special may be leaving while new adventures arrive. Furthermore, on the same day, Mercury, the planet of communication starts its retrograde, which enters Leo on August 14, so misunderstandings may bring chaos to those new friendships and relationships.
Virgo – August 23 to September 22
You’re not a fan of misunderstandings and chaos, Virgo, so you’re in for a rough ride this August. Mercury, your ruling planet which governs communication, will be going retrograde from August 4 to 27. This means that any plans you have for the majority of the month could use a plan B. What’s more, Mercury is actually in your sign for the first two weeks of August, which means you’ll find yourself leading some conferences or movements. This is exactly the kind of activity you don’t want to be doing, with the retrograde looming. Expect the unexpected.
Libra – September 23 to October 22
You’re a calm and graceful sign that prefers to be prepared for what lies ahead, Libra. As the year starts to wane, the planets gather towards Libra season, it might be two months away yet, but the Libra vibes are starting to show. Initially, Venus, the planet of love finds itself in Libra for the final three days of August. This starts to centre love in your life, and it means that your home and your relationship are a haven for you on those days. Venus is your planetary ruler, so when it is in your sign, you feel aligned with the world around you.
Leo and Virgo are also star signs to watch this month, said Inbaal (Image: GETTY)
Scorpio – October 23 to November 21
In your life, expecting the unexpected is half of the fun, Scorpio. Your special days in August are the days when the moon is in your sign. The moon rules femininity, intuition and esoteric experiences, so your moon days bring experiences that are different to everyday events. From August 11 to 13, the moon is in Scorpio, so that will be the time that you’ll intuitively know the best moment to order food or drive to work with no traffic, you’ll attract attention for your good looks and charm and you’ll bump into old acquaintances as the occurrence of coincidences ramps up considerably.
Sagittarius – November 22 to December 21
The fun never stops for Sagittarius – your high times are very high indeed, and even your lower moments make a fun story after the event. Your ruling planet, generous Jupiter, is in the party-animal sign of Gemini all August long, so you’ll be living your most authentic life, socialising with everyone you already know and love, and meeting lots more new people besides. The Gemini lifestyle demands duality, the celebrations aren’t special unless there’s some hard work put in as well, so you’ll be equally focused on good times and career wins.
Capricorn – December 22 to January 19
The weekend of August 16 to 18 is a little special for you, because the moon is in your sign then, Capricorn. You’re normally a very down-to-earth and focused person, so your moon days are quite different to your regular personality. On those days you favour intuition over logic, and are moved to stay up all night rather than wake up early and work out. It’s not that you throw reason out of the window, but more that you use a different type of reasoning – your gut feeling takes precedence. It’s a good weekend for you to do some gardening and some alone thinking, perhaps your view of the future will be different when you listen to your intuition.
Aquarius: January 20 to February 18
Just in case you look at the sky on August 19 and think ‘wow! this moon looks huge!’, let me confirm for you, Aquarius. Yes, this annual full moon in your sign is, in fact, a Supermoon. It won’t be the first time that you start a trend, either, as this is the first of four consecutive Supermoons from August to November. During the Supermoon, a full moon appears larger and brighter than usual. During the full moon in Aquarius, big shifts will be noted in world politics, especially around human rights. Personally, for you, it will be a day to stand up for what’s right, raise your hand and ask for something special, which you know will make a difference.
Pisces – February 19 to March 20
Neptune, the planet of dreams is in your sign, Pisces, for another year and a half, so you’re generally in your element at the moment, allowing yourself to be lost in imagination and dreams, living your best Pisces life. Neptune is also your modern ruler, so the fact that it rests in its ‘home sign’ is notable, and you’re pleased to see that others take a more Piscean approach to life, too. Your traditional ruler is generous Jupiter, planet of wealth, and this one happens to be in fun-loving Gemini all month, so your work life and finances will be influenced by its sociable ways, expect work parties and after-office catch-ups.
Aries – March 21 to April 19
Your fun-loving, bold personality never tires of new adventures, Aries. You can find something to get excited about even in the dullest of environments. No need for dullness this August, because the adventures will be coming to you! Your ruling planet, passionate Mars, is in fun-loving Gemini all month long, so you’ll find that you’re in great demand – party invitations, old friends coming back, free tickets to events and oodles of good times. Your tireless nature will be called upon, as your nights will be short and filled with excitement.
Taurus – April 20 to May 20
Peaceful and sensible, your idea of a good time is a calm time, Taurus. This August is a little varied, but overall very balanced, so it passes the vibe check. Your ruling planet, peaceful Venus travels through three different signs this month. Until August 4, it is in proud Leo, which spells awards and recognitions for your hard work. Then, for the bulk of the month until August 29, Venus is in pragmatic Virgo, so you get down to business, pushing your career forward and signing new contracts. Finally, the planet rests for the final two days in elegant Libra, so perhaps a mini break for you.
Gemini – May 21 to June 21
“Be yourself” is not an empty slogan for you, Gemini, because you only know how to be your true, unadulterated self. This approach pays off this August, as you are blessed by Jupiter, a planet of luck and wealth – as this planet spends the entire month of August in your sign. Mars, the planet of passion and war is also in your sign, to counterbalance Jupiter’s jovial influences. Where Jupiter brings you winnings at the sweepstakes, Mars brings a quarrel between you and other winners. Where Jupiter pushes you to splash out on a beautiful dinner, Mars ensures that you sit too close to the speakers.
Cancer – June 21 to July 22
The rising and falling tides of the moon, as it waxes and wanes, influence you daily, Cancer, because the moon is your ruler. When you need to explain why your mindset changes such a lot throughout each month, you can legitimately blame it on the moonlight. New ideas and projects come to you on August 4, the date of the new moon, but this month nothing is straightforward. The Mercury retrograde also starts the same day which means that others around you, especially Leos and Virgos experience mishaps and interference. For this reason, the month is more suited for solitary projects, such as art or solo renovations.
