Virgo

August 23 – September 22

Virgo Horoscope: Traits, Love & Career Guidance

Dates
August 23 – September 22
Element
Earth
Modality
Mutable
Ruling planet
Mercury

Virgo, the sixth sign of the zodiac, is ruled by Mercury and represented by the Maiden. Born between August 23 and September 22, Virgo are known for their precision, work ethic, and analytical mind. As a mutable earth sign, Virgo brings practicality, dedication, and thoughtfulness to relationships and work. This guide covers everything you need to know about Virgo, from core personality traits to love compatibility and career strengths. For a deeper, personalized reading, connect live with one of our astrologers anytime.

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Virgo Personality Traits

Virgo are natural problem-solvers, detail-oriented, practical, and always looking to improve. Ruled by Mercury, Virgo thinks critically and notices what others miss. At their best, they’re reliable, thoughtful, and genuinely helpful to the people they care about. At their less balanced moments, that same attention to detail can tip into overthinking or self-criticism.

Virgo in Love

Virgo shows love through acts of service, they express care by helping, fixing, and showing up consistently. They want a partner who appreciates the little things. Virgo pairs especially well with fellow earth signs (Taurus, Capricorn) and water signs (Cancer, Scorpio), who value their devotion. Virgo and Pisces, or Virgo and Gemini, can work but both require patience around Virgo’s tendency to overanalyze.

Virgo Compatibility by Sign

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Virgo

Virgo and Virgo A highly compatible, detail-oriented pairing that can also spiral into mutual overthinking.

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Virgo Career & Money

Virgo thrives in roles that reward precision, healthcare, editing, analytics, or any field with clear standards and structure. They’re hardworking and dependable, often the person a team relies on most. Financially, Virgo is naturally cautious and organized, usually keeping a close eye on budgets and long-term planning.

Virgo Horoscope: Current Outlook

Today rewards organization, Virgo. Mercury’s position favors tackling a task you’ve been putting off. A conversation at work goes more smoothly than expected if you lead with patience.

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Virgo Horoscope FAQs

Quick answers to the questions people ask most about Virgo.

Virgo spans August 23 to September 22.
Mercury rules Virgo, giving the sign its analytical mind and attention to detail.
Virgo is a mutable earth sign.
Virgo pairs best with Taurus, Capricorn, Cancer, and Scorpio.

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