August 1-15 2026: Leo Solar Eclipse

A total solar eclipse in Leo highlights the first half of August, along with Chiron turning retrograde in Taurus. We also have Venus and Mercury simultaneously forming harmonious aspect patterns with the gods of change, Chiron square Juno, and more! Scroll down for section start times. Resources The Nonviolent Communcation process. Learn my invocations for healing and awakening in my FREE life-transforming video: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Free Guide to Fast and Easy Awakening, Healing, and More. Let my Awakening Plus membership help you awaken, heal, connect, and thrive! "This Week in Astrology" Free Session Entry. (2 chances each month to win a free session with me!) My forecasts in writing. My services: Astrology+, Energy Healing & Spiritual Guidance, life coaching, Deep Dive Trauma Healing, and more. Support my work with your tax-deductible donation. Watch the August 1-15 forecast video. 0:08 - Overview 0:44 - Aug 3 - Chiron retrograde in Taurus 9:11 - Aug 7 - Chiron square Juno 13:07 - Aug 9 - Mercury enters Leo 13:44 - Aug 10-12 - Venus & Mercury aspect Uranus, Neptune & Pluto 21:32 - Aug 11 - Mars enters Cancer 22:13 - Aug 12 - Leo solar eclipse 37:23 - Aug 15 - Mercury conjunct Jupiter 37:51 - Coming Aug 16-31 Whatever your Sun Sign, my forecasts can help you make the best use of the current astrological energies. All dates and times are in the U.S. eastern time zone. Events are most powerful on the dates listed, but their influence will be active for at least a week before and after. Everyone is affected by these global transits. However, you'll be most powerfully impacted when moving planets activate sensitive points in your natal chart. Discover how these transits will personally affect you by booking a session with me. May the stars light your way, Benjamin