Horoscope for Monday, August 17, 2026

Moon Alert
Caution! Avoid shopping (except food and gas) or making important decisions from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. After that, the moon moves from Libra into Scorpio.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
A positive day
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This is a fun-loving, playful day! Enjoy schmoozing with everyone. Sports and fun times with kids will appeal. Be prepared to cooperate with others because you might have to go more than halfway when dealing with spouses, partners and close friends. Romantic vibes are strong!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
An average day
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Discussions with an older family member might take place today. The concern could be about practical repairs. If so, wait until the moon alert is over to commit to anything. Meanwhile, a work-related romance or flirtation might begin. This is a flirtatious day!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
A positive day
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This is a great day for a short trip or a drive. You’ll enjoy talking to siblings, relatives and neighbors. You’ll also enjoy doing your homework to make plans for the future. (Wait until the moon alert is over to commit to anything.) It’s also the perfect day for a date or a romantic get-together!
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
An average day
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You’ll enjoy entertaining at home today. In fact, it’s the perfect day (or evening) for a romantic date. You might invite someone over. You might also have a practical, serious discussion about money or finances. If so, wait until the moon alert is over to agree to anything.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
A positive day
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Today you feel friendly and sociable. In the morning, things are a bit laid-back, but as the day wears on, your energy will pick up. Enjoy schmoozing with others. Discussions about legal or medical matters might be practical and serious — ditto for travel — but wait until the moon alert is over to act.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
An average day
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You’ll enjoy some privacy today, especially because you might be involved in discussions about inheritances, taxes, debt and shared property. You might want to figure out how to divide something. If so, be aware that things will probably go your way, but be smart and wait until the moon alert is over.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
A positive day
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This is a tricky day. The first thing to know is there’s a moon alert for most of this day. Nevertheless, it’s a favorable time for discussions and making plans — but not agreeing to anything. Do your homework. It’s a marvelous day to socialize and explore romantic opportunities.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
An average day
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People will listen to you today because you have some sensible ideas you want to share, especially related to your job, your health or even a pet. Meanwhile, secret love affairs are taking place for some because romantic vibes are hot today. Check moon alert!
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
A positive day
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Enjoy the company of friends, especially creative people. You might discuss travel opportunities or issues related to law, medicine, publishing and higher education. Meanwhile, a friendship could turn romantic today. Be aware of the moon alert.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
An average day
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You make a great impression on others today. Because others see you as warmhearted, generous and attractive, explore romantic opportunities. Meanwhile, practical discussions about finances and shared property might occur — check the moon alert.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
A positive day
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This is a friendly, sociable day. Enjoy schmoozing with others, especially people from different cultures. Travel will appeal. Someone older or wiser might have advice for you. Romance is percolating.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
An average day
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Discussions about how to share or divide something will favor you today. However, don’t agree to anything important during the moon alert. Meanwhile, this is a friendly, romantic day full of fun possibilities. Enjoy yourself!
If today is your birthday
Actress Helen McCrory (1968-2021) shares your birthday today. You’re persuasive, confident, flamboyant and generous. You’re also strong-willed with firm convictions. This year you reap the benefits of your hard work! Expect power and leadership in your activities and relationships. It’s a time for major decisions and accomplishments. Seize opportunities and act. The spotlight is on you!