Author: Alison Price – Updated: July 2026

💛 Forecasting Astrology

This article is part of my Forecasting category and brings all the transits, graphic ephemeris, solar returns, secondary progressions, solar arc directions and other predictive techniques and articles. Alison

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Each Starzology Monthly Overarch is thoughtfully written by me, Alison Price, a professional astrologer based in beautiful Vancouver, Canada.

I bring years of experience, a deep love of astrology, and a passion for helping people find meaning and inspiration through the cycles of the stars.

If you’d like to get to know me better, you can explore more about my work and my personal approach to astrology.

My philosophy centers on practical guidance, encouraging insights, and positive growth so you can feel supported and inspired every month.

A Positive Guide for Your Month

Uplifting

These Overarches are created with care and intention.

My goal is to offer uplifting ideas and actionable suggestions to help you make the most of the month ahead.

Think of them as your personal roadmap for navigating life’s opportunities and challenges with confidence.

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August Overarch Episode

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August Astro Highlights

Ingresses

This month sees the Sun entering Virgo.

Mercury leaves Leo to dash through Virgo and pushes on into Libra.

Venus enters its rulership sign of Libra.

Mars enters Cancer its sign of fall.

Stations

Chiron begins its retrograde period for the year.

Lunations and Eclipses

A Leo solar eclipse occurs which is the first of two eclipses in the second eclipse season for 2026.

A lunar eclipse happens in Pisces

Solar Cycle

The Sun continues to reduce in declination as it moves southwards from the solstice turning point towards the equator.

In the Wheel of the Year we celebrate the festival of Lammas.

August 2026 Overarch

August 2026

6th Venus enters Libra

Love is in the air as Venus enters Libra.

If you are single, there is a good chance you will meet a potential partner now.

If you are already in a committed relationship, you can expect meaningful connections with your partner.

Offer stylish and elegant gifts to your loved ones as they will appreciate the gesture.

Forecasting

Venus in Solar Return Charts

Insights

Aspects

8th Lammas

In the Wheel of the Year the Cross Quarter Day, Lammas, marks the midpoint between the summer solstice and the Autumnal equinox (Northern Hemisphere).

This joyous occasion is typically observed on August 1st annually.

However, we astrologers view Lammas as the moment when the Sun reaches 15° of Leo which is on August 8th.

Traditionally, during Lammas, families celebrate the first harvest of early wheat or corn, and everyone takes part in baking bread.

This initial loaf, called the Lammas Loaf, holds special significance.

With shared delight, the freshly baked bread is savored, and festivities abound, honoring the blessings of the present harvest and looking forward to the abundance yet to come.

9th Mercury enters Leo

Open your mind for some fun conversation as you meet interesting people when Mercury enters Leo.

You do not have to be bosom buddies with everyone.

Now you will be discerning about with whom you choose to associate.

Try to be one of the team as there is a mutually creative theme to group dynamics.

More on Mercury

Mercury communicates, trades and is factual. Mercury represents agents, salespeople, youths and teachers. Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo.

Insights

Aspects

Mercury’s Aspects

Houses

11th Mars enters Cancer

Expect some activity on the home front as Mars enters Cancer.

Family can get agitated now, so count to ten before snapping back.

Use this hot and pushing planetary drive to protect your close family.

Stop all raised voices and arguments immediately as they may get harsh. Guard your kinfolk with your life.

Mars

Qualities

Mars is masculine. Mars competes, challenges and acts. Mars represents young men, boyfriends, bad boys, pioneers, firemen and soldiers. Mars rules Aries and Scorpio.

Mars Signs

Mars Aspects

Mars Books

I am happy to say that Donna was a friend of mine back in the Toronto days before she passed. She will always be remembered with the Toronto astrology crowd. I have a well-worn copy of her book.

The Mars Book by Donna van Toen
Real Life Astrology: Planets in the signs by Sara Shipman

12th Solar Eclipse at 20°02 Leo

With the Solar Eclipse at 20° Leo gracing the skies, a vibrant chapter of creativity unfurls just for you.

Embrace this auspicious moment to start on fresh beginnings in your creative and artistic pursuits.

Whether it be music, art, dance, writing, poetry or any form of creative expression, seize the eclipse moment to take on new projects and wholeheartedly immerse yourself in your ingenious and crafty endeavors.

The key lies in starting now, to allow your creativity to blossom and flourish, dramatically and without restraint under this eclipse effect over the next few months.

3 Steps to Interpret a Solar Eclipse

23rd The Sun enters Virgo

As the Sun gracefully enters Virgo, the significance of small things magnifies, offering you a chance to embrace the intricacies of life.

By attentively observing all the details, you can navigate this month with ease and grace.

Choosing kindness and consideration will attract positivity from the world around you, as modesty takes center stage in this moment.

Embrace the essence of Virgo and find harmony in the beauty of life’s finer aspects.

More on the Sun

The Sun is masculine, warm, bright and life giving. The Sun represents you, your father and your heroes. The Sun rules the sign of Leo.

25th Mercury enters Virgo

Now you can focus on the nitty gritty of life.

All the little things will have great emphasis.

Now your mind will burst with innumerable ideas.

You may wish to start a journal to capture every brilliant thought whilst Mercury is in Virgo.

Now there will be good conversations and exchanges of ideas.

Plans and minor details can be fleshed out now even if the projects are not acted upon just yet.

Get all your paperwork in order.

28th Lunar Eclipse Pisces

The end of month Lunar Eclipse occurs at 5° Pisces at the North Node indicating there are things being brought in towards us.

This signals a time when you can see the fruits of your labors either good or bad it depends on what you have been working towards earlier in the year.

Intuition is at an all-time high so tune in to what is going on and don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.

More on the Moon

The Moon is feminine, passive, reflective, and moody. The Moon represents your mother, cooks, and caregivers. The Moon rules Cancer.

31st Jupiter trine Saturn

Signs

Houses

Jupiter in the Houses

Aspects

August 2026 Background Energy

Broad Strokes

I always like to get a feel for the month by looking the background energy.

This is typically shown through all the planetary positions by sign and their polarity, element and mode emphasis.

As each month develops planets move and create the background energy modifications that I’m talking about here.

For my background energy count I only consider 10 planets which are the Sun, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, Pluto and Chiron.

I ignore the Moon.

This is not an exact science, but what in astrology is?

1st August 2026

Polarity

On August 1st the Active polarity has a whopping seven planets, out of a possible 10, thus the passive polarity is reduced to only three planets.

Element

The elemental focus at the start of August is strongly Fire with four planets.

Mode

The mode emphasis is towards Fixed with four planets.

Overall

This results in an emphasis on Fixed Fire which equates to the sign of Leo.

Which is great because sometimes as you know the emphasis when broken down does not relate to the main sign, but in August it does.

1st September 2026

Polarity

By September 1st the polarities are still slightly iof kilter with 6 Active and four Passive.

Element

The elements are slightly unbalanced with Fire = 3, Earth 3, Air = 3 and lowly Water = 1.

There is no clear front runner in the elements which, if you recall, need to have two more planets than the next best element which is not the case for Fire, Earth or Air.

Mode

The modes by the end of August are balanced with Cardinal = 4, Fixed = 3 and Mutable = 3.

Again, in the modes there is no clear winner.

Overall

The overall energy feel for the end of August is pretty balanced.

There are no specific outliers by polarity, element, mode or sign whatsoever.

Goddess of the Month

August: _____________

For August we highlight ___________

You can explore her myth and enjoy the original artwork created by Arwynne.

Extend Yourself

Natal

In your astrology journal and referring to your chart, or the chart of a potential client, and because this is eclipse month, please do the following:

Note your natal houses where the two eclipses will occur.
Check is either of the two eclipses in August will conjoin your planets or points. Use a tight orb of 2°.
Solar eclipse: 20° Leo.
Lunar eclipse: 5° Pisces.
Cast the eclipse chart for both eclipses.

Extend Yourself Further

Forecast for Advanced Astrologers

With your natal chart and the August chart please do the following:

Get the Saros chart details.
Cast the Saros charts for both eclipses.
Write an interpretation of the Saros charts in your own words (100 words).
Write an interpretation for any eclipse conjunction to your natal chart from above. (250 words).

Book Recommendation

I suggest you reference this fabulous book Predictive Astrology: The Eagle and the Lark by Bernadette Brady especially if you do the Saros work.

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Overarch

Midsummer

As we move into August, I hope you feel supported by these insights and encouraged to trust the rhythm of your own life.

Make the most of the two eclipses.

And that there are no stations to stop progress in its tracks.

Have a fabulous August.

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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