Leo: dates and personality

What Leo is like

Leo is the energy of the radiating center: it expresses, creates, and wants to shine with its own light. Its archetype is the sovereign and the artist, generous, warm, with a strong sense of dignity. It needs to be seen and recognized in what it creates. Its challenge tends to be pride and dependence on applause.

In love

In love it is passionate, loyal, and theatrical: it likes celebrating the bond and feeling special. It needs genuine admiration and returns warmth and generosity in abundance.

At work

At work it leads with charisma and brings creative vision; it motivates others with enthusiasm. It performs best when its contribution is visible and valued; in the shadows it dims.

Sources: tetrabiblos_1; common_doctrine; modern_tradition

Horoscopes for this sign

Frequently asked questions

What are the Leo dates in 2026?

In 2026, Leo season runs from July 23 to August 22. Exact dates shift slightly each year depending on when the Sun actually enters the sign.

When does Leo season start in 2026?

The Sun enters Leo on July 23, 2026 (computed with ephemeris; it may shift ±1 day in your time zone).

What element is Leo?

Leo is a Fire sign of Fixed modality.

What is Leo's ruling planet?

Leo's ruler is Sun.

The other signs