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Virgo constellation
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Virgo

The one who makes things better

Dates
August 23 to September 22
Element
Earth
Mode
Mutable
Ruled by
Mercury

The sky right now

Virgo season starts around August 23

In about 285 days. The Sun is in Scorpio, a young waxing Moon in Sagittarius.

No planets are in Virgo right now.

In short

Virgo is the sixth sign of the zodiac, for birthdays from August 23 to September 22: a mutable earth sign ruled by Mercury, symbolized by the Maiden. Virgo notices what everyone else misses. It usually gets along most easily with Taurus, Capricorn and Cancer.

Dates
August 23 to September 22
Element
Earth
Mode
Mutable
Ruling planet
Mercury
Symbol
The Maiden
Opposite sign
Pisces

What is Virgo like?

Virgo notices what everyone else misses. A Virgo Sun is practical, thoughtful and quietly devoted, and shows love by fixing, improving and helping.

The gift is care for detail. The lesson is that good enough is sometimes perfect, and that the inner critic deserves the same kindness Virgo gives others.

ThoughtfulPreciseHelpfulModest

In love

Shows love through acts of service. Needs a partner who notices the small things too.

At work

Health, analysis, editing, operations: anywhere quality matters.

Virgo as your Sun, Moon or Rising

The same sign feels different in each place of your chart.

Sun in Virgo

With your Sun in Virgo, you seek meaning through service, detail and practical help. You notice what others miss and work quietly to make things better. Efficiency, honesty and reliability matter to you. You feel at ease when your environment is organized and your skills are put to good use. Sometimes you can be hard on yourself, but this comes from your desire to improve the world around you, piece by piece, with care and humility.

Moon in Virgo

Emotionally, you need order and purpose. When life gets chaotic, you find comfort in routines, lists and tidy spaces. You nurture others through practical support, offering advice, a listening ear or a well-timed solution. It soothes you to feel useful and to make a difference in small, tangible ways. You may worry over details, but your mind naturally seeks patterns that bring reassurance and calm.

Rising in Virgo

With Virgo rising, people first see you as thoughtful, observant and quietly capable. You greet the world with a gentle reserve, sizing up situations before stepping in. Your attention to detail shows in your appearance and manners. Others might notice your quick wit and readiness to help. You approach new experiences with caution, preferring to analyze before acting, but your kindness and dedication shine through in all you do.

Find your Moon and Rising

Who is Virgo most compatible with?

A general tendency between Sun signs, from where the two signs sit on the wheel. Your Moons and your Venus decide much more.

Compare our two full charts

Which famous people are Virgo?

All born with the Sun in Virgo.

  • Beyoncé September 4, 1981
  • Zendaya September 1, 1996
  • Keanu Reeves September 2, 1964
  • Michael Jackson August 29, 1958
  • Freddie Mercury September 5, 1946
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Planets in Virgo

Even if your Sun is elsewhere, one of these may be in Virgo.

Mercury in Virgo How you think and talk Read Venus in Virgo How you love Read Mars in Virgo How you go after what you want Read

Symbol, myth and facts

Symbol
The Maiden
The glyph
The maiden, with a loop for the sheaf she carries
Ruling planet
Mercury
House
6th, work, routines and care
Opposite sign
Pisces
Element and mode
Earth, mutable
Traditionally linked to
The digestive system

The myth

Virgo draws from Astraea, the star maiden who upheld justice, and from the harvest cycle of Demeter and Persephone. Astraea served humanity until corruption drove her to the sky as the constellation Virgo. Demeter's devotion to the earth and Persephone's return from the underworld echo the sign's themes of service, renewal and care. In you, these stories live on as a longing for purity, healing and practical goodness.

Questions about Virgo

What dates is Virgo?

The Sun usually enters Virgo from August 23 to September 22, though cusp days can vary slightly by year. If you were born near the start or end, check your birth time and place to be sure. I always recommend a full chart for clarity.

Who is Virgo most compatible with?

Virgo often connects well with Taurus and Capricorn, who share earth's practicality. Cancer and Scorpio can also feel supportive. Still, real compatibility depends on your whole birth chart, not just your Sun sign. I look at Venus, Moon and Mars too.

What are Virgo weaknesses?

You may struggle with overthinking, self-criticism or getting lost in details. Sometimes, you can seem reserved or picky. Remember, these traits come from your sincere wish to improve things. Kindness to yourself helps you stay balanced.

What are Virgos like in love?

In love, you show affection through acts of service and thoughtful gestures. You value honesty, loyalty and practical support. You may be slow to open up, but you give deeply when you trust. I find Virgos are devoted partners who express care in subtle ways.

What is Virgo season?

Virgo season is the part of the year when the Sun moves through Virgo, usually from late August to late September. It's a time for organization, harvest, service and refining routines. I always notice people focusing on details and self-improvement during this period.

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