Fire sign · July 23 – August 22

Leo Zodiac Sign

“Warm and magnetic.”

Leo is the fifth sign of the zodiac, a Fixed Fire sign ruled by the Sun. In astrology it's linked with confidence, creativity, generosity and self-expression.

Element: Fire
Modality: Fixed
Ruler: The Sun
Opposite: Aquarius

Leo personality traits

Leo is said to be warm, expressive and big-hearted — a natural performer who lights up a room. Leo energy is loyal, creative and proud, and it loves to be appreciated. Underneath the confidence, Leo often cares a lot about being seen and valued, which can make criticism sting.

Strengths

• Warmth
• Generosity
• Confidence
• Creativity

Challenges

• Pride
• Needing validation
• Stubbornness
• Taking things personally

Leo in love

In love, Leo is romantic, loyal and generous. They tend to love big gestures, affection and feeling adored — and they give the same in return. Leo wants a partner who is proud to be with them and who celebrates them openly. Making room for the partner's spotlight too keeps things balanced.

Career & money

At work, Leo is associated with leadership, entertainment, the arts, events, teaching and any role with an audience. They're motivating and inspire loyalty in a team. With money, Leo can be generous and enjoy the finer things; a plan lets them keep being generous for the long term.

Leo compatibility

In Life Oracle's compatibility check, Fire signs pair most naturally with Air signs — Gemini, Libra and Aquarius — and with fellow Fire signs Aries and Sagittarius.

Leo's opposite sign is Aquarius. Astrologers often describe opposite signs as two sides of the same theme: different styles that can balance each other well.

Sun signs are only part of the picture: the check also compares Life Path numbers. Any pairing can work with effort.

Leo as a friend

As a friend, Leo is fun, loyal and protective — the one who hypes you up and throws the party. They appreciate friends who appreciate them back and who are honest without being harsh.

Growth & advice

The growth edge for Leo is security that doesn't depend on applause. When Leo knows their worth without needing to be told, their natural warmth shines even brighter.

“Shine without waiting for permission — and let others shine too.”

Leo's tarot card: Strength

In the tarot tradition, each zodiac sign is linked with a Major Arcana card. Leo's card is Strength: courage, patience and quiet confidence.

“Soft power wins.”

Leo dates

Leo season runs from July 23 to August 22. If your birthday falls in that range, Leo is your sun sign. The exact start and end can shift by a day from year to year, because the Sun doesn't enter each sign at the same moment every year — Life Oracle uses the standard boundary dates.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the dates for Leo?

Leo season runs from July 23 to August 22. If you were born between those dates, Leo is your sun sign. The start and end can shift by a day in some years.

Who is Leo most compatible with?

In Life Oracle's compatibility check, Fire signs pair most naturally with Air signs (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) and with fellow Fire signs (Aries and Sagittarius). Any pairing can work with effort.

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What element and planet rule Leo?

Leo is a Fixed Fire sign ruled by the Sun. Its opposite sign on the zodiac wheel is Aquarius.

What are Leo's strengths and weaknesses?

Leo's strengths are often described as warmth, generosity, confidence and creativity. Its challenges include pride, needing validation, stubbornness and taking things personally.

What tarot card is Leo?

In the tarot tradition, Leo is linked with Strength: courage, patience and quiet confidence.

Strength tarot card meaning

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