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August 12 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Tuesday August 12. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Tuesday August 12, 2025
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Friends and family first! Today’s heart-opening merger of compassionate Venus and larger-than-life Jupiter in your domestic fourth house can bring on the feels! These two “benefics” connect once a year, but they only do so here every 12 years. Max out this nurturing energy by opting out of any activities that feel “obligatory” and opting IN to things that will tug on the old heartstrings. Call a relative, pop in to see a friend, invite folks over for an impromptu potluck. More WILL be merrier!
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Have the walls been closing in on you? You can widen your social circles and open yourself up to mind-expanding experiences today, as your ruler, affable Venus, teams up with super-sizer Jupiter in your third house of communication, collaborations and local goings-on. These “benefics” connect every year, but they only do so here every 12 years. Make the most of this exuberant energy by reaching out to someone you’ve been keeping tabs on. This could lead to a creative collusion or maybe, since Venus rules romance, a love connection!
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Whether you’re just getting started with investing or are well on your way to financial independence, today’s stars can bump you up a notch. Bountiful Jupiter mashes up with lucky Venus in your money house and could signal a big payday or just stoke your savings fires. While these two align every year, they only do so in Cancer every 12 years, giving you the opportunity to make some soul-nourishing changes that also builds your nest egg. Set a goal, then start setting aside a certain amount from each paycheck till you hit your magic number.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Talk about being under a lucky star! Today, for the first time in 12 years, auspicious and expansive Jupiter merges with charm magnet Venus in your sign. Where have you been holding back, Cancer? This is a major green light to pull out all the stops and throw yourself 110 percent into something you’re passionate about —whether that’s a work assignment or romantic resolution. You’ll be irresistible and triply creative, so stop worrying about anyone else’s opinion and blast full-Sag-speed ahead!
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
What’s been weighing on you, Leo? Here’s today’s important planetary PSA: You have the power to let it go! But you need to be willing to forgive or at least move on. A transcendent tryst between big-hearted Jupiter and compassionate Venus in Cancer and your twelfth house of endings, transition and healing can loosen your firm grip on a grudge and help you get over the resentment. Not ready for a confrontation? The twelfth house also rules meditation and self-reflection, so taking a deep dive into your own psyche could be revelatory.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
New crew, new you? If you’ve grown a little bored of the same faces—or someone on Team Virgo has gotten too high-maintenance to cope with—you can move on to greener social pastures. Today features a rare (once-every-12-years) mashup of affable Venus and adventurous Jupiter in your community-minded eleventh house. Think about where you can back off a bit and seek opportunities to join a new group or hop on a different work team. Don’t wait to be invited—you may have to take the initiative.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
It’s a peak day for your career, Libra, as lucky charms Venus and Jupiter merge in your professional tenth house for the first time in more than a decade! A breakthrough could strike like lightning—a long-awaited offer, a glowing endorsement, or a chance to showcase your gifts on a bigger stage. The Venusian touch adds magnetism to your presence, so don’t shy away from stepping into the spotlight. Whether you’re making a pitch or simply showing up fully in your role, this cosmic combo can open doors that were previously sealed shut. Relationships with VIPs also get a boost, so nurture those key connections. A little charm today could translate into major opportunity down the line.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Today’s once-a-year merger of the planetary “benefics,” forthright Jupiter and (usually) tactful Venus, in your spontaneous ninth house may help you deliver your message candidly AND with compassion. But before you start livestreaming, get a read of your audience so you don’t totally miss your mark. You’re not one to mince words, Scorpio, and Jupiter here may make you a bit more cutting than usual. But if this is important, take the time to think through your delivery and get it letter-perfect!
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Go on, Sagittarius: Roll the dice on love! There’s hardly a better day to gamble in the name of amour. Romantic Venus is forming her annual merger with your ruler, risk-taker Jupiter, in your house of intimacy, intensity and eroticism. And while they hook up once a year, they only unite in this realm once every 12 years! Attracted to someone? Clue them in! If you’re in a relationship, find a way to communicate the one thing that would make you even happier. (Hint: It doesn’t have to be verbally.)
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
It’s time to kiss and make up, Capricorn. Today’s harmonizing hookup of peacekeeping Venus and generous Jupiter in your house of partnerships can restore the loving vibes. If you’ve been on the outs with a love interest—or you’ve been squabbling with a BFF—you can bury the hatchet and move on. But you have to be willing to let bygones be bygones. Single? This rare mashup (once every 12 years!) bodes well for slightly daring initiatives. Make the first move—and give the sweet, sensitive types a chance!
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
You’re a giver by nature, Aquarius, but today’s rare and empowering starry lineup turns the spotlight on you and your needs. Compassionate Venus merges with fearless Jupiter in your sixth house of health, service and self-care. While these “benefics” team up once a year, they only do so in this realm once every 12 years, inspiring you to make your wellbeing your top priority. Give yourself time and space to do what you want. And if someone’s always been there to support you, making this an auspicious moment to show your appreciation.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Tuesday August 12
Love is in the air—and very much on your mind—as amorous Venus hooks up with super-sizer Jupiter in your passionate, flamboyant fifth house. Regardless of your relationship status, you’ll be in the mood to stir up passion. If you’re happily attached, take the lead and plan a super-romantic evening for just the two of you. Single? Try a new tack to finding love, whether that means going out more, swiping more liberally or giving someone different from your normal type a chance.
