July 2026 Sagittarius Horoscope

Time to seize the summer, Sagittarius! July is bursting with activity and marks a significant upswing in tempo for you. With your ruling planet Jupiter now striding through fiery Leo (as of the end of June), you’re likely feeling more alive and you than you have in ages. Adventure is in the air, and the universe isn’t being subtle about it. This month, you’ll need to balance a bit of retrograde reflection with an urge to charge forward. But knowing you, that’s just part of the fun.

First, let’s talk Mercury retrograde. Mercury is retrograde in Cancer (your intimate eighth house) until July 23, meaning the first three weeks of July require some patience in communication, especially when it comes to money matters or deep emotional discussions. If you share finances with a partner, double-check joint account transactions and be clear in talks about budgets. Emotionally, you or your significant other might be processing old feelings, which can lead to temporary misunderstandings. It’s okay – by the end of the month, clarity returns. To navigate this with glam-mag style: consider it a chance to revise and reconnect. Revisit earlier conversations about trust or intimacy and see if anything needs clearing up. If you’re dealing with paperwork like loans, insurance, or mortgages, expect minor delays and use the time to ensure all details are correct. Back up important documents and maybe hold off on signing major contracts until after the 23rd if possible. And if an ex or an old friend drifts back into contact (not uncommon during Mercury retro!), weigh their words but don’t rush to judgment or decisions until later in the month. By practicing a little extra empathy and patience in early July, you’ll prevent molehills from becoming mountains.

Now on to the exhilarating stuff: The North Node of destiny shifts into your communication sector on July 26 (moving into Aquarius, with the South Node into Leo). This nodal shift begins an 18-month chapter where life nudges you to develop your local connections, learning, and communication skills, while finding balance with your big travel and high-minded plans. For you, this could mean that while you’re thrilled about broad horizons (thank you, Jupiter in Leo, fueling those travel goals), destiny will often be found in your immediate environment. Don’t neglect opportunities in your neighborhood or chances to bond with siblings or colleagues, as these can open surprising doors. This is a subtle background influence compared to the louder planetary transits, but it’s worth noting especially now with Jupiter also in Leo (your big-picture house). Essentially, the cosmos says: think global, act local. Share your big ideas (Leo) but adapt them to help your community or daily life (Aquarius North Node). Perhaps you start a podcast or local meetup to broadcast your knowledge, or you take what you learned on your travels and implement it in a community project. Starting late July, pay attention to fateful conversations or introductions – a casual chat could lead to something pivotal.

Amid these shifts, July’s lunations keep life interesting. July 14 brings a New Moon in Cancer, touching again on your eighth house of shared finances, intimacy, and transformation. This New Moon is a chance to start fresh in a deep part of your life. Maybe you and a partner decide to open a joint bank account, invest together, or set new financial goals (like saving for a home or trip). If there’s been a lingering emotional issue between you two, this is a beautiful time to wipe the slate clean and commit to a new approach: for example, trying out couples’ budgeting nights or planning weekly emotional check-ins. Single Sags might use this New Moon to confront an inner fear or do some self-work – perhaps beginning therapy, starting a meditation routine, or otherwise investing in your own healing. Since the eighth house also rules rebirth, you could metaphorically rise from ashes now. It’s like a phoenix moment: you see where an old part of you (maybe jealousy, fear of vulnerability, or financial anxiety) can be left behind, and a more empowered you can emerge. Set intentions on the 14th around what deep transformation you desire. The changes you initiate now, though subtle, can lead to profound growth in the months ahead.

Two weeks later, the spotlight swings to your ideas and connections. A Full Moon on July 29 lands in Aquarius, highlighting your third house of communication, siblings, and community. Full Moons bring harvest and revelation. You might finalize a writing or speaking project around this time – perhaps you finish that website, submit a manuscript, or present an idea that wows your team. If you’ve been taking a course, you could ace the final exam or complete a certification. In your social sphere, something involving neighbors or siblings might peak: maybe a community event you helped organize takes place successfully, or a sibling shares big news and you feel your bond strengthen through it. Because this Full Moon is in brainy, innovative Aquarius, don’t be surprised if a bright idea you’ve been incubating suddenly comes to fruition. You might have a eureka moment about how to solve a problem that’s been puzzling you, or decide it’s time to speak up about an issue that’s important to you. Aquarius energy can be a bit detached, so one thing to watch out for is saying things too bluntly around this date – especially as it coincides with Sun conjunct Jupiter in Leo (yes, on July 29 the Sun in Leo meets Jupiter, amplifying everything!). You’ll be feeling confident and outspoken, which is fantastic for getting your message across, but just ensure you temper it with a little sensitivity to your audience. A little sugar with the spice, so to speak.

Speaking of that Sun-Jupiter conjunction on July 29, wow! This is one of those stellar alignments that screams “good fortune”. It’s happening in Leo, your ninth house, which could manifest as an absolutely epic opportunity to travel or broadcast your message. Around this time, some Sagittarians might literally hop on a plane for a dream trip or get news of an acceptance into an academic program or publication. It’s like the universe handing you a megaphone and a golden ticket simultaneously. Since it overlaps with the Full Moon, the end of July could feel larger-than-life. You could be juggling a major local event (the Full Moon’s community vibe) and a major global or personal achievement (Sun-Jupiter). It’s exhilarating – just what you thrive on.

Now, one more cosmic event to note: Venus has been slowing down and is about to go retrograde in just a few days (from early August). In July, Venus spends the whole month in Virgo (for Sag, that’s your career sector, the tenth house). By late month it’s nearly stationing. You might start noticing themes around your professional life and how you feel about it – perhaps nostalgia for an old job, or a need to reevaluate your career image. Though the retrograde officially starts in August, you could get a sneak preview late July: maybe an old colleague reappears, or you start questioning whether your current work truly aligns with your values. Just keep these thoughts in the back of your mind; you’ll delve deeper in the coming month. For now, maintain your poise at work and be diplomatic with higher-ups if any delays or miscommunications occur in late July. (It’s nothing major – just Venus prepping to snooze might slow some project or cause a minor social snag in the office. If a meeting gets postponed or a client seems distant, don’t fret.)

All told, July is a firecracker of a month for you. Yes, the first part asks you to review and reconnect internally (Mercury retro) and handle some emotional or financial housekeeping (New Moon in Cancer). But the latter half? That’s jet fuel for your spirit. With Jupiter beaming from fellow fire sign Leo, you’re in full explorer mode. By month’s end, you might literally be exploring new terrain, or figuratively exploring new intellectual and social landscapes. Either way, you’re moving, grooving, and proving that summer 2026 belongs to Sagittarius. Keep your phone charged – you’ll want to capture these memories and maybe share them with the world. From heartfelt conversations under the summer stars to bold leaps into new frontiers, July invites you to live out loud and on purpose. And something tells me, you wouldn’t have it any other way.