Leo
Generous, warm and made to be seen — the sign of the stage.
- Dates
- July 23 – August 22
- Element
- Fire
- Ruling planet
- Sun
Leo warms the room it is in. For this Sun-ruled fire sign, being seen isn't vanity but a way of existing; when it meets genuine attention it shares everything it has.
Leo's generosity is unmeasured but not unconditional: feeling appreciated is what gives it the strength to give again.
Strengths
- Generosity
- Natural charisma
- Courage and resolve
- Loyal friendship
Challenges
- Pride
- A closed ear for criticism
- A need for attention
Love and relationships
Leo enjoys grand gestures and expects them back. It claims the person it loves openly; a sense of neglect or being belittled pulls it away fast.
Most compatible signs
Frequently asked questions
What are the Leo dates?
July 23 – August 22. Leo falls across the hottest and brightest stretch of summer. Born between July 22–23 or August 22–23, your sign may come out as Cancer or Virgo depending on the hour.
What does the Leo ruling planet mean?
Leo is ruled by the Sun — the one body that sits at the centre of the system rather than orbiting it. That is the traditional explanation for why Leo naturally takes the centre, wants to be seen, and gives light outward. The Sun does not borrow light; the Leo generosity is real for the same reason.
All signs
Aries
March 21 – April 19
♉Taurus
April 20 – May 20
♊Gemini
May 21 – June 20
♋Cancer
June 21 – July 22
♍Virgo
August 23 – September 22
♎Libra
September 23 – October 22
♏Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
♐Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
♑Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
♒Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
♓Pisces
February 19 – March 20