If you were born on August 1, your zodiac sign is Leo. The Sun occupies approximately 10° Leo on this date, placing you in the 1st decan ruled by Sun.
Best Compatibility for August 1
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Leo & Aries
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Leo & Sagittarius
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Leo & Libra
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Aries matches Leo's fire and passion without competing for the spotlight in the same way. Sagittarius brings adventure and laughter that keeps Leo's heart alive. Libra's natural charm and romantic nature makes Leo feel cherished and adored.
Your Decan: 1st Decan of Leo
Each zodiac sign spans 30° of the ecliptic, divided into three decans of 10° each. Born on August 1 at approximately 10° Leo, you fall in the 1st decan (0°–10° Leo).
As a 1st decan Leo, your sub-ruler is also Sun — the same planet that rules Leo overall. This double Sun influence concentrates and amplifies the core Leo traits, making you a particularly pure expression of this sign's energy.
Lucky Numbers, Colors & Symbols
Lucky Numbers
1, 10, 19, 28
Lucky Color
Red
Lucky Day
Sunday
Birthstone
Peridot
Birth Flower
Gladiolus
Healing Crystal
Tiger's Eye
Sabian Symbol
"Early morning dew sparkles as sunlight floods the field"
Numerology
1
Season
Summer
Element
Fire
Modality
Fixed
Famous People Born on August 1
Historical Events on August 1
- • 30 BC: Octavian (later Augustus) enters Alexandria, Egypt, ending the Ptolemaic Kingdom
- • 1774: Joseph Priestley discovers oxygen
- • 1944: Anne Frank makes her last diary entry
- • 1981: MTV launches and airs its first music video, 'Video Killed the Radio Star'
Frequently Asked Questions
What zodiac sign is August 1?
If you were born on August 1, your zodiac sign is Leo. The Sun occupies approximately 10° Leo on this date, placing you in the 1st decan ruled by Sun. Swiss Ephemeris calculations confirm this position based on the Sun's annual path through the ecliptic.
What are the personality traits of someone born on August 1?
People born on August 1 are Leo natives with Fire element energy and Fixed modality. The 1st decan sub-ruled by Sun adds a distinctive layer to the core Leo personality, making these individuals unique among their sign.
Who is August 1 most compatible with?
August 1 Leo natives are most compatible with signs that share the Fire element (trine aspect) or complementary elements. Check the compatibility section above for specific sign matches and the best romantic dates.
What is the birthstone for August 1?
The traditional birthstone for people born on August 1 is Peridot. The decan-specific healing crystal is Tiger's Eye, which resonates with the Sun-influenced energy of the 1st decan of Leo.
What decan is August 1?
August 1 falls in the 1st decan of Leo (approximately 10° Leo). This decan is sub-ruled by Sun, which adds concentrated energy to the core Leo traits.
What famous people were born on August 1?
Famous people born on August 1 include Jason Momoa. All share the Leo Sun sign, though their individual charts create unique expressions of this energy.
What is the lucky number for someone born on August 1?
The numerology root for August 1 is 1. Lucky numbers include 1, 10, 19, 28. The lucky day is Sunday (ruled by Sun), and the lucky color is Red.
What element is August 1?
August 1 belongs to the Fire element through Leo. Fire signs are known for intuition, emotional depth, and empathy.
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