Vol. MMXXVI · No. 125 An almanac of skies, signs & slow weather Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Virgo

Virgo

— The Maiden —
August 23 — September 22
Element
Earth
Modality
Mutable
Ruler
Mercury
Rules the
digestion, nerves
The harvest, counted. Every grain, weighed. A thousand small kindnesses arranged like stitches.
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Virgo

Practical and methodical, Virgo excels at analysis and problem-solving. With a keen eye for detail, they dedicate themselves to service and self-improvement.

As a Earth sign ruled by Mercury, Virgo brings adaptability and range to everything they pursue. Their mutable quality makes them the adapters — flexible with the seasons and shifting circumstances of life.

Character

At your best when

your attention is so exact it becomes a form of tenderness.

At your worst when

the critique turns inward and there is no one left to praise.

What you are here to learn

that good enough, on time, is better than perfect, never.

Compatibility

Eleven affinities, ordered by elemental weather.

Full Virgo compatibility →

Moon Phases

Eight lunar moods moving through Virgo's earth weather.

All moon phase meanings →
Questions

FAQ

What are the dates for Virgo?

Virgo season runs from August 23 – September 22. If you were born near the first or last day of the sign, check your birth year and time because the Sun can change signs at a slightly different hour each year.

What element is Virgo?

Virgo is a Earth sign. Earth signs express energy through stability, practicality, patience, and tangible results.

What planet rules Virgo?

Virgo is ruled by Mercury. In astrology, the ruling planet describes the sign's main drive, style, and symbolic motivation.

Who is Virgo most compatible with?

Virgo often has strong compatibility with Cancer, especially when both people respect each other's element, pace, and emotional needs. Full compatibility also depends on the Moon, Venus, Mars, and rising signs.