July 2026 Virgo Horoscope

July kicks off with a focus on your social world, then gradually turns into a much-needed wind-down period. The Sun is cruising through Cancer, your 11th house of friendships and goals, until July 22. So the first three weeks are all about community: summer gatherings, team endeavors, and making progress on a personal goal with your network’s support. However, Mercury is still retrograde in Cancer until July 23, so don’t be surprised if plans with friends require extra coordination. That group road trip or Fourth of July barbecue might come with last-minute changes – the venue shifts, someone brings the wrong dish, or a friend from the past shows up wanting to join! It’s all par for the retrograde course. Keep your sense of humor and double-confirm times and addresses, especially for big events early in the month. The upside? Mercury retro in your social zone might reconnect you with an old friend or prompt you to revive a group project you’d set aside. Nostalgia can be sweet now (just keep expectations flexible).

A delightful cosmic gift arrives on July 9: Venus, planet of love and beauty, enters Virgo – your very own sign! This is like a personal makeover from the universe. With Venus in your first house until early August, you’re radiating charm, grace, and a touch of glamor wherever you go. If you’ve considered a style update – new haircut, wardrobe refresh, or trying a different look – do it (though maybe wait until Mercury goes direct after the 23rd to avoid miscommunications with stylists or orders). You’ll likely love the result, and others will too. Your confidence gets a boost, making it easier to attract what (and who) you desire. Suitors might suddenly take notice if you’re single (don’t be surprised if you feel like you’re turning heads more than usual). In a relationship? This transit helps you lovingly assert your needs and could even inspire you to surprise your partner with your renewed self-assurance and sparkle. Enjoy this Venusian glow-up – it only happens about once a year, and it’s your time to indulge a bit and let your inner and outer beauty shine.

Mid-month, a New Moon in Cancer on July 14 sets the stage for a fresh start in your social life or long-term goals. You might join a new club, begin collaborating with a different circle of friends, or launch a community initiative close to your heart. Maybe you realize it’s time to refresh your hopes for the future – perhaps dusting off a dream you shelved and giving it another go. Because this New Moon gets a jolt from Uranus, the opportunity could come out of left field. A chance meeting at a summer festival might introduce you to someone who wants to partner on a creative project, or you could be inspired to volunteer for a cause after an unexpected conversation. Set intentions for the kind of tribe and future you want, and watch how invitations and ideas flow in the weeks after.

As July progresses, you might notice the tempo changing. Mars has been powering through Gemini (your career house) since late June, pushing you hard professionally. You likely entered July juggling work duties with social fun, possibly feeling a bit stretched. Hang in there: After Mercury turns direct on July 23, coordination gets easier and any hiccups at work or with friends will straighten out. Plus, on July 22, the Sun moves into Leo, slipping into your restful 12th house. This marks the beginning of your low-power mode month – the one right before your birthday season – when it’s natural to crave a little retreat. Don’t worry if your extroverted streak wanes as the month winds down. It’s cosmic hibernation time, when you recharge and reflect on the past year. You might find yourself wanting more cozy nights in, or if you do go out, preferring intimate settings with close pals over big parties.

During this Leo Sun period (July 22 onward), consider engaging in restorative activities. Perhaps plan a beach weekend away from the hustle, attend a yoga retreat, or simply catch up on sleep and favorite shows guilt-free. Your dream life could be extra active and insightful now, so maybe keep a journal by your bed to jot down any 3 A.M. eureka moments. It’s also a powerful time for closure. If you’ve been carrying emotional baggage (and who hasn’t after the intense first half of the year?), Leo season in your 12th house helps you process and release. That might mean finally forgiving someone (maybe yourself) or decluttering your emotional closet along with your literal one.

Watch for the Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29, shining in your daily work and health sector. This Full Moon might bring a work project to completion or a health goal to a milestone. Perhaps you finish a major assignment and get recognition from your boss (a bonus or at least heartfelt thanks). Alternatively, you might realize something needs adjusting in your routine – maybe you’ve been burning the candle at both ends, and this lunation urges a better work-life balance. Health-wise, if you started a fitness or wellness regimen earlier in the year, you could see significant results now (cue the victory lap!). Conversely, if you’ve been neglecting self-care, an Aquarius Full Moon can be a wake-up call to treat your body with more kindness. The good news? Aquarius energy is all about solutions and innovation, so you’re likely to find a fresh approach that works – be it a quirky new workout that keeps you engaged, or a gadget that helps improve your sleep.

As July closes, you’ve navigated a social whirlwind, stepped into a personal spotlight with Venus’s help, and then wisely heeded the call to rest and reflect. Give yourself credit for balancing it all. August will continue this inner-growth theme (with some exciting twists, like eclipse season gearing up again – hint, hint – and Mercury turning retrograde in your sign, but we’ll get to that). For now, enjoy the summer warmth – both the sunshine and the affection coming your way. Take those catnaps, savor sunset gatherings with friends, and above all, cherish the beautiful person emerging in the mirror. Venus certainly does, and she’s rarely wrong about beauty.