What zodiac sign is August 22?

If you were born on August 22, your Sun sign is almost always Leo, but you are sitting directly on the Leo-Virgo cusp. In astrology, the Sun typically moves from Leo into Virgo around August 22 or 23 each year, so the exact sign depends entirely on the year and, more importantly, your precise birth time and location. To know for certain, you need to cast a natal chart using your full birth data. If the Sun was still in the final degree of Leo when you were born, you are a Leo with a strong Virgo flavor—proud and creative, yet grounded and analytical. If the Sun had already ingressed into Virgo, you are a Virgo native, though likely one with a lingering Leonine warmth and flair for the dramatic. This cusp is often called the “Cusp of Exposure” because it blends the heart-centered confidence of Leo with the meticulous, service-oriented nature of Virgo, creating individuals who lead with both passion and precision. Your personal planets, especially Mercury and Venus, will also heavily color your expression, as they often sit in neighboring signs. Astrology is a symbolic language for self-reflection, not an empirical science, and your chart is far more nuanced than just your Sun sign. You can explore your full natal blueprint, including your rising sign and planetary placements, through a personalized chart reading on our site.