Solar Eclipse in Leo - August 2026

On August 12, 2026, at 1:36 PM ET, a Solar Eclipse will take place in the sign of Leo. Although this is technically a New Moon, the South Node in Leo makes it feel more like a Full Moon. Themes of release, endings, and emptying may arrive. We can experience agitation, disruptions, or a break in regular patterns. Leaders might get exposed, or masks slip. Current standards or beliefs may be questioned. Blockages might crumble. The ego must step aside.

This can be a good time to check in with yourself and your heart to examine what may no longer be working for you. Are there creative pursuits you don't love anymore? What would you like to be doing instead? Is there something in your life you want to relax your focus on?

This Solar Eclipse in Leo invites us to reflect on what truly warms our hearts and what is ready to be centered next.

Tarot Messages for the Signs

Aries: Queen of Swords – Think soothing thoughts

Taurus: 9 of Cups – Practice gratitude

Gemini: The High Priestess – Meditate and reflect

Cancer: The Lovers – Welcome more love

Leo: The Moon – Take a peek into the shadow

Virgo: Knight of Wands – Push through

Libra: The World – See the beauty in endings

Scorpio: 7 of Wands – Fight for what you love

Sagittarius: 8 of Cups – Find peace in the path forward

Capricorn: 6 of Cups – Feed your inner child

Aquarius: 5 of Cups – Let go of disappointments

Pisces: Ace of Wands – Discover your passion