Moon Phase Calendar for August 2026: transformation, courage, and rebirth

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The Moon phases in August 2026 arrive like a powerful portal. With two eclipses marking the sky — a Total Solar Eclipse in Leo and a Partial Lunar Eclipse in Pisces — this month speaks of liberation, self-confidence, and deep emotional healing.

Eclipses shake the foundations of what once felt stable, creating room for fresh starts, reconnection with your true essence, and unexpected revelations. The keyword? Courage. Courage to reinvent yourself, release what has lost its shine, and move toward a life that genuinely reflects who you are.

What are the phases of the Moon in August 2026?

• 5th August at 7:21 pm: Waning Moon in Taurus
• 12th August at 10:36 am: New Moon in Leo (Total Solar Eclipse in Leo)
• 19th August at 7:46 pm: Waxing Moon in Scorpio
• 27th August at 9:18 pm: Full Moon in Pisces (Partial Lunar Eclipse in Pisces)

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  Last Quarter in Taurus

  The Waning Moon in Taurus brings the energy of releasing everything that has become heavy: excesses, stubborn patterns, and routines that no longer nourish your soul. It’s time to make space for new things, situations, and people — with steady feet, but a light heart.

  Love

  You may feel some resistance to change, especially if you’ve been holding onto something for emotional or material security. Breathe and allow the cycle to close naturally. Sometimes comfort is what keeps us stuck.

  Money

  Reassess your priorities. Cut unnecessary expenses and invest only in what holds real value.

  Health and well-being

  Your body may ask for rest and simplicity. Focus on nourishing meals, good sleep, and the pleasure of slowing down.

  ✨ Magic Tip: Light a green candle and visualize gratitude for all you’ve lived. Ask the Moon to take away emotional attachments and return your sense of lightness.

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  New Moon in Leo (Total Solar Eclipse)

  Prepare for an epic new beginning. The Solar Eclipse in Leo acts like a cosmic spotlight on your identity: who you are, what you desire, and where you want to shine. This eclipse realigns your purpose and reignites your inner flame.

  Love

  Intense passions and karmic reunions may occur. But be mindful — eclipses in Leo test ego and pride. Allow vulnerability, express affection, and avoid dramatic reactions.

  Money

  Excellent opportunities for recognition and professional visibility may appear, but they require authenticity and self-confidence. Avoid impulsive financial decisions near the eclipse, as emotions will be heightened.

  Health and well-being

  Vital energy rises, but emotional weariness may also appear. Care for your heart — physically and symbolically.

  ✨ Magic Tip: Write a letter to yourself describing the life you want to build over the next six months. Read it aloud under the New Moon energy and keep it as a symbol of your rebirth.

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  First Quarter in Scorpio

  The Waxing Moon in Scorpio deepens your new intentions. This is a time to heal wounds, strengthen bonds, and act with purpose. The transformation that began at the eclipse now gains form — more mature, more honest.

  Love

  Emotions are heightened. In relationships, intimacy and emotional connection intensify. If single, someone may appear and stir you deeply, but observe whether there’s true reciprocity before giving in fully.

  Money

  A powerful phase for reorganizing resources, investing in something that requires bravery, or taking a strategic career step. But avoid impulsiveness — Scorpio energy demands careful planning.

  Health and well-being

  Therapy, meditation, and introspective practices help restore emotional balance. Your body calls for cleansing — energetic and physical.

  ✨ Magic Tip: Take a cleansing bath with coarse salt and red rose petals, saying: “I release fear and welcome my strength.”

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  Full Moon in Pisces (Partial Lunar Eclipse)

  Closing the month with a potent lunar eclipse, the Full Moon in Pisces dissolves what is left of illusion. It calls you to trust life, release control, and allow destiny to reveal the next step.

  Love

  Emotions overflow. You may feel a mix of nostalgia, romance, and clarity. Some relationships come to an end; others deepen on a spiritual level. This is a moment to feel, not to decide.

  Money

  Be careful with distractions and idealizations. Pisces blurs logic, so keep your feet on the ground and avoid major financial choices.

  Health and well-being

  Sensitivity and empathy increase. Care for yourself gently. Energy healing, rest, and silence become deeply restorative.

  ✨ Magic Tip: Before sleeping, write what you want to release and what you wish to dream about. Leave the paper under the moonlight and let the Universe take care of the rest.

Moon phases in August 2026: Between fire and water, the new you emerges

August is a deep dive into your inner world. The Solar Eclipse in Leo awakens your personal power, while the Lunar Eclipse in Pisces teaches you to surrender to the flow of life.

Between assertiveness and surrender, a new balance is born: the ability to act with courage while trusting the unseen. In the coming weeks, you’ll discover who you’ve become — and what no longer belongs in your path.

The key is to dare to shine without losing sensitivity, allowing the Universe to gently guide you toward a fresh beginning.

🌘 See also: Moon Phases in September 2026 — Discover what the next month holds, with lunar predictions, magical tips, and guidance for love, finances, and well-being.

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