August ‘24 astro-weather

At the very beginning of August, on the 2nd, we have a square between Venus and Uranus. This period, when Venus is in a square with Uranus, is always very exciting in terms of relationships. Often, some relationships break down; people fight for their rights and freedoms in relationships. On the other hand, the square of Venus and Uranus can signify the sudden start of new and completely unforeseen relationships.

In any case, the beginning of August brings a series of interesting and unexpected situations, but likely the unpleasant ones.

What to do? First and foremost, the focus should be on stepping out of usual routines. Introduce some new elements into your relationship. Try to be inventive. Allow yourself to indulge in different entertainments, joys, and pleasures that you haven't tried before or perhaps didn't even dare to practice. It's time to have fun. Experiment with your existing partner, as new relationships, no matter how exciting they may seem now, do not have the support of the stars to develop into something more stable.

Next, we have the New Moon on August 4th. The New Moon in Leo always marks a period of increased need for creativity. This is a time for initiating various activities in which you will affirm yourself, your creativity, your authenticity, and show yourself to others. Notice that the beginning of the month is marked by the Venus square Uranus, and there’ll be Mercury conjunct Venus as well. Venus is very active and present, and the New Moon in Leo only enhances the need for excitement and enjoyment.

During this New Moon, Venus is still in a square with Uranus. It will be a very, very interesting period. The aspects in the sky are noncommittal. In addition to some relationships ending, some new ones will start.

Venus will enter a conjunction with Mercury on August 7th. Here, Mercury is slowly going retrograde, and this retrograde period will last until August 28th. So, when Venus enters Virgo and she meets Mercury, who is about to go retrograde, marks a chance for meeting with past romances, but those connections will fade quickly as each party will continue their own way - Venus direct and Mercury going back for whatever he set his focus on... This is actually an excellent time for picking up any forgotten, unfinished projects related to organization, finances, but also for contacting friends, and cousins that we haven’t heard in a while. Basically, the end of the beginning of August marks a need for communication.

After the tumultuous start with unexpected events in relationships during the New Moon in Leo, things slowly begin to rationalize with Mercury and Venus in Virgo. We start to look more realistically at what has happened, and perhaps if some relationships were disturbed, the conjunction of Mercury and Venus will be an opportunity to fix things through communication and to say some things that were perhaps neglected and not considered necessary to say during the Venus-Uranus square.

When we look at the middle of August, it will be marked by the square of Mars and Saturn. On August 16th, Mars will be in an exact square with Saturn. Notice that Saturn is retrograde in Pisces.

The square of Mars in Gemini with Saturn in Pisces is a very testing aspect. If we were to determine the most challenging period in August, it would be around the time of the Mars-Saturn square. This collision of Mars and Saturn is considered a very destructive energy.

What can it bring us? On a global level, difficulties in differing opinions, Mars-Saturn on a global level can also be a period of tension, stubbornness, and investing in opposing views.

The period around August 16th is not a good time to start anything important, as you will face various obstacles and everything will proceed much more slowly. Vitality may decrease for some people. What is good to do? It's good to exercise, do things you routinely do. With Mars square Saturn, it's also good to allow yourself a bit of rest. Anyway, everything you do during this time will require a lot of effort. So, maybe relax a bit and allow yourself some relief.

Before Mars enters the square with Saturn, it will make a conjunction with Jupiter. Since Jupiter and Saturn are in a square during this period in August, the transition of Mars over Jupiter will only strengthen the Jupiter-Saturn square.

Jupiter and Saturn are social planets. They indicate trends within society. Every 20 years, a conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn occurs, marking the next period. The last conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn coincided with the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The previous conjunction in 2001 coincided with the attack on New York, leading to 20 years of fighting terrorism. Now we are entering 20 years, we can say, of battling hidden enemies, viruses, climate difficulties, various problems with livestock, and probably in the future, food supplies.

As in 2021 we had the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, now we are slowly experiencing the square. This, and especially the next year, will be the next step in developing the story that began with the conjunction. It will be interesting to see because this Jupiter-Saturn square coincides with very important changes in the world. We have at least two significant ongoing wars. We have the crucial element of electing a new president of the United States, which will significantly shape the world's narrative. However, this period around mid-August (14th, 16th, and 18th) is a time of tension, and we are again warn not to “overdo it” during this period.

On August 18th, we have Mercury square Uranus and the Sun conjunct Mercury. The situation continues, with Mercury here retrograde in the sign of Leo, making it much more striking than when it was retrograde in Virgo. Public communication is affected, dramatization of some things that preceded in this year. The Sun-Mercury conjunction in square with Uranus will bring some shocking news, sudden changes; perhaps some people in power will resign or face unexpected situations. Something shocking may be revealed to the public about prominent individuals.

In our daily lives, the Sun, Mercury, and Uranus combination with the square suggests that people will be very rebellious. Communication will be very fragmented. People will react very sharply if someone tries to impose authority on them. It will be a period where we will not tolerate being subordinated, where we will immediately react quickly to any restrictions, or we will be less patient. Some may start thinking about changes in their careers, ambitions, and life goals because the current situation has been stagnant for too long.

Now we come to August 19th, the most active day in terms of aspects this August. We have a Full Moon in Aquarius. You will notice how the story of Mercury, Sun, Uranus square continues with the Full Moon in Aquarius. People born on August 19th will have a very active and intense solar return.

The Full Moon in square with Uranus signifies awareness. Awareness of what? Awareness of the need for change. I think that during this period we will become very eager for something new and different, something interesting. Naturally, a lot of interesting things will happen in the world.

If you look at August 19th, in the sky we have two very strong T-squares. A very intense period, a time when we will want to be active, where the energy of Venus in opposition to Saturn, then Jupiter - Mars in conjunction, will be in focus. On one hand, we have obligations, control, and security in relationships, and on the other, we have a need for action, for something new and diverse.

Jupiter and Mars in Gemini indicate a huge need for movement, for new experiences. On the other hand, how to maintain security in relationships, how to function within everyday life? This square of Venus and Mars further emphasizes the need for special experiences.

The primary story of Venus and Mars is an erotic and sexual one. On one hand, we want new relationships, connections, adventures. We want to be Indiana Jones, even if only for a few days. Indiana Jones in love, how nice that sounds… On the other hand, we want security because of Venus in opposition to Saturn. It's not easy to connect the two. It's not easy to allow yourself to breathe fully while maintaining the security of your little universe you've created in relationships. This period is a test of endurance, testing the nerves and patience, and seeing how much we can adapt to new and potentially unpleasant situations.

What happens next? The end of the month will be marked by aspects of Venus. On August 27th, Venus trines Uranus; on August 28th, Venus opposes Neptune; and on August 29th, Venus trines Pluto. How lovely, Venus is the main star here, and a grand kite configuration is forming in the sky.

In other words, we have Venus interacting with all three collective or transcendental planets - Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. What does a grand trine bring? A free flow between Venus, Uranus, and Pluto. The desire. To connect intensely in relationships, to love freely. This is a period where the whole story can come together. With a grand trine, energy flows freely. However, a grand trine is a configuration that can sometimes make us a bit autistic, as in that we might get “trapped” in our grand triangle and we don't see anything outside of it.

This period at the end of August can make us very preoccupied with relationships. Relationships that for some people can be extremely inspiring, full of joy, happiness, and excitement, if they decide to engage in creative, innovative activities.

Trine doesn't always mean that the situation is easy. In this whole story, a very important aspect is the opposition of Venus and Neptune, which happens on August 28th, and at the last degree of Virgo, with Neptune at the last degree of Pisces.

The Venus-Neptune opposition brings idealization, recognizing all the best qualities in people we like and admire, but it can also bring delusions. Neptune at the last degree of Pisces is larger than life, with one foot already in the astral world. Venus, in her fall in Virgo, confronts the ideal. These can be situations that seem perfect but make us doubt if we deserve them or if we are worthy enough. They can be situations where we question all our duties and obligations against some ideal that has opened up to us. In any case, the end of August is a period that is almost ideal for seeking fulfilling, inspiring, and at the same time, strong relationships.

For those engaged in the arts, this is an exceptionally creative period. And perhaps, if you are inclined towards spirituality, through aesthetics, and beauty, you might be able to expand your awareness.

Sometimes, people can become more aware through relationships. Often, when we enter a relationship, it seems as if our level of awareness decreases, as if we become “less intelligent”, as if we lose ourselves. However, relationships should not be about losing ourselves, but quite the opposite. In so-called esoteric astrology, the ruler of the sign of Libra is Uranus. Meaning, on a higher level of consciousness, Uranus takes over the sign of Libra, and relationships and connections liberate us and make us freer. In that sense, the end of August brings us a moment, a sudden event that connects the unconnectable, fills in the gaps, and frees up space within us that we didn't even know was "overcrowded."

By the end of August, we will likely have fun. We will dream and hope for ideal love, ideal relationships, adventures, and everything will seem so connected. It will be important to allow ourselves to dream, but not to lose ourselves in that process. To strive for everything we've wanted and haven't manifested, or maybe haven't allowed ourselves to realize. To wish for love, and passion, but also to be aware that this Neptune will dissolve everything that is illusory in our minds. Nevertheless, it will certainly be intense, it will be deep, and I think we will enjoy it. The end of August can be extremely fun, it can be extremely inspiring and extremely exciting.

In any case, enjoy this August because it brings us many interesting moments.