New Moon in August
Next August New Moon
in Leo, 9°54′
August New Moon Dates, 2026–2029
Times are in your time zone, or in US Eastern Time if your time zone cannot be read. Years and months follow US Eastern Time; where your date differs, the Eastern date is in parentheses.
| Year | Date and time | Sign |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Leo 20°00′ | |
| 2027 | Leo 9°54′ | |
| 2027 | Virgo 8°06′ | |
| 2028 | Leo 27°54′ | |
| 2029 | Leo 17°48′ |
New Moon in Leo
At the height of summer in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun and Moon meet in Leo, and a warm, expressive cycle begins. This New Moon falls between late July and late August. Leo is ruled by the Sun itself, and its New Moon encourages intentions that let you shine, create and be more fully yourself. Its mood is generous and bold.
What the Leo New Moon is about
Creativity, romance, children, play and confidence all belong to Leo, a fixed fire sign that rules the heart. A New Moon here plants seeds for self-expression. It favors intentions to start a creative project, take on a visible role, fall in love with a hobby again, or simply allow more joy into ordinary days.
Because Leo is fixed, the intentions set now are meant to be sustained. Instead of a burst of enthusiasm that fades, aim for a creative habit you can keep through the whole cycle: a weekly class, an evening set aside for writing, a regular date night. Courage to be seen grows with practice.
The mood under the Leo New Moon
Pride and the wish for recognition may rise. You might feel a strong need to be appreciated, or notice where you have been hiding your talents. Some people feel playful and confident; others feel exposed or overlooked. Notice which one you feel, without judging it. Both reactions point toward the same lesson about self-worth and visibility.
Drama can flare if feelings of being ignored build up. A sincere compliment or a word of thanks goes a long way now, both given and received. If your confidence feels shaky, remember that the Moon is dark and quiet at this point; the light grows from here.
Intentions to set now
Choose intentions that involve your heart and your creativity. Start the project you have been dreaming about, sign up for a performance or a class, plan more playtime with children, or commit to speaking up in meetings. Intentions about generosity and leadership also suit this lunation well. A small daily act of creativity counts.
Make the intention vivid. Write it in bright ink, say it out loud, or share it with someone who will cheer you on. Leo energy grows when it is witnessed. Shyness is not a flaw, but this New Moon asks you to test how much more of yourself you can show.
Rituals
Make something with your hands just for fun, such as a drawing, a song or a decorated card with your intention on it.
Dress in a color that makes you feel confident and spend an hour doing something you love.
Write a list of your talents and strengths, then read it aloud to yourself.
Light a gold or orange candle and name one way you will let yourself be seen this month.
Journal prompts
Where am I hiding my light, and why?
What did I love doing as a child that I could bring back now?
How do I want to be appreciated, and do I appreciate myself that way?
What would I create if no one were judging the result?
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the August new moon?
The date moves from year to year. The next August new moon is shown at the top of this page, and the table lists every August new moon through 2029, all in your time zone. If the page cannot read your time zone, times appear in US Eastern Time (EST or EDT). Years and months follow US Eastern Time, so where your date differs, the Eastern date is added in parentheses. In a year with two new moons in August, both dates are listed.
What zodiac sign is the August new moon in?
A new moon happens when the Moon lines up with the Sun, so it always falls in the same sign as the Sun. The Sun moves into the next sign partway through every month, so a August new moon lands in one of two signs depending on the year. The sign for each year is in the table on this page.
What does the new moon mean in astrology?
The new moon opens the lunar cycle. The Moon is dark and the sky is quiet, and astrologers treat these days as a time to set intentions, start small and plant ideas that can grow over the following weeks. The sign of the new moon colors which kind of beginning feels natural.