What is the zodiac sign for August?

August has two signs. Leo covers the days up to 22 August, and Virgo starts on 23 August.

Is my zodiac sign the same as my rashi?

Not usually. Your Vedic rashi is based on the Moon and needs your birth time, while this page uses the Western Sun sign by calendar date. The guide explains the difference.

Are the dates on this page exact?

They are the standard calendar dates, last checked on 2026-10-27. Traits and lucky items are tradition, not science.

August zodiac sign: Leo or Virgo

People born in August are Leo until 22 August and Virgo from 23 August. Tap your day below to see which sign is yours.

august birthdays and their zodiac signs
Sign	Days in the month
Leo	1 to 22
Virgo	23 to 31

Leo runs to 22 August and Virgo starts on 23 August; on boundary days the exact time and place of birth decide your true sign.

Your Vedic rashi is based on the Moon and needs your birth time. Read why.

Common questions

What is the zodiac sign for August?: August has two signs. Leo covers the days up to 22 August, and Virgo starts on 23 August.
I was born on the cusp in August. Which sign am I?: If you were born on the first or last day of a sign, the exact time and place of birth decide your true sign. The change date can move by a day in some years.
Is my zodiac sign the same as my rashi?: Not usually. Your Vedic rashi is based on the Moon and needs your birth time, while this page uses the Western Sun sign by calendar date. The guide explains the difference.
Are the dates on this page exact?: They are the standard calendar dates, last checked on 2026-10-27. Traits and lucky items are tradition, not science.