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Leo, the radiance of the heart

Leo is ruled by the Sun itself. Its energy is warm, creative and generous, and it reminds everyone that life is also meant to be celebrated. People with the Sun in Leo tend to flourish when they express themselves authentically.

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When the Sun enters Leo

In 2027: .

Times in UTC.

The dates July 23 – August 22 are an average. The Sun changes sign at an exact minute that varies from year to year. If you were born close to that change, only a calculation with your birth time and place can confirm your Sun sign.

Approximate dates
July 23 – August 22
Element
Fire
Modality
Fixed
Ruler
the Sun
Opposite sign
Aquarius

How the energy of Leo expresses itself

Leo has a big heart. It loves to create, to inspire and to see the people around it happy. Its confidence, when it comes from within, warms entire rooms. There is a dignity in Leo that shows in the way it treats others.

Natural gifts

Paths of growth

The invitation for Leo is to find its own worth without depending on applause. The need for recognition is human, but when it becomes a condition, it hurts. Learning to shine while also letting others shine is its greatest nobility.

In love and relationships

Leo loves intensely, romantically and generously, and likes to be admired by those it loves. The growth lies in accepting criticism without feeling diminished and in valuing simple moments as much as grand ones.

At work and in your calling

Leo stands out in the arts, communication, leadership, early childhood education, entertainment and roles where it can create something with its personal stamp.

Your Sun sign is only the beginning

The Sun shows your essence, but you are much more than one sign. Your Moon reveals how you feel, your Ascendant shows how you present yourself to the world, and each planet sits in a house that speaks of an area of life. That is why two Leo people can be so different.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the dates of the Leo sign?

Roughly July 23 – August 22. The exact day shifts slightly every year: in 2026, the Sun enters Leo on July 22, 2026, 19:13 UTC (UTC). If you were born near the change of sign, calculate your chart with your exact date, time and place of birth.

What is the element and ruling planet of Leo?

Leo is a Fire sign of fixed modality, ruled by the Sun.

Which signs are compatible with Leo?

By element, Leo tends to feel at ease with Aries and Sagittarius (same element) and with Gemini, Libra and Aquarius (Air, the complementary element). Aquarius, the opposite sign, often brings attraction and mutual learning. Real compatibility depends on each person's full chart, which synastry analyzes.