If you were born on August 25, your zodiac sign is Virgo. The Sun occupies approximately 3° Virgo on this date, placing you in the 1st decan ruled by Mercury.
Cusp Analysis
Born on August 25, you sit at the edge of the Leo-Virgo cusp (The Cusp of Exposure). While your Sun is technically in Virgo, the influence of the neighboring sign is already prominent. The cusp spans August 21–25.
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Virgo & Taurus
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Virgo & Cancer
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Virgo & Capricorn
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Taurus shares Virgo's earthy pragmatism and appreciation for quality craftsmanship in building a life. Cancer's emotional warmth softens Virgo's analytical edge with nurturing care. Capricorn matches Virgo's ambition and respect for discipline.
Your Decan: 1st Decan of Virgo
Each zodiac sign spans 30° of the ecliptic, divided into three decans of 10° each. Born on August 25 at approximately 3° Virgo, you fall in the 1st decan (0°–10° Virgo).
As a 1st decan Virgo, your sub-ruler is also Mercury — the same planet that rules Virgo overall. This double Mercury influence concentrates and amplifies the core Virgo traits, making you a particularly pure expression of this sign's energy.
Lucky Numbers, Colors & Symbols
Lucky Numbers
7, 16, 25, 34
Lucky Color
Brown
Lucky Day
Wednesday
Birthstone
Peridot
Birth Flower
Gladiolus
Healing Crystal
Amazonite
Sabian Symbol
"Two guardian angels bringing protection"
Numerology
7
Season
Summer
Element
Earth
Modality
Mutable
Famous People Born on August 25
Historical Events on August 25
- • 1609: Galileo demonstrates his first telescope to Venetian lawmakers
- • 1825: Uruguay declares independence from Brazil
- • 1916: U.S. National Park Service is established
- • 1944: Paris is liberated from German occupation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August 25 Leo or Virgo?
August 25 falls on the Leo-Virgo cusp. The Sun typically moves from Leo into Virgo around this date each year, so your exact sign depends on the year and time of birth. Swiss Ephemeris calculations show the Sun enters Virgo at varying times. Based on the standard date, your Sun sign is Virgo, but you'll likely feel both signs' influence.
What are the personality traits of someone born on August 25?
People born on August 25 are Virgo natives with Earth element energy and Mutable modality. The 1st decan sub-ruled by Mercury adds a distinctive layer to the core Virgo personality, making these individuals unique among their sign.
Who is August 25 most compatible with?
August 25 Virgo natives are most compatible with signs that share the Earth 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 25?
The traditional birthstone for people born on August 25 is Peridot. The decan-specific healing crystal is Amazonite, which resonates with the Mercury-influenced energy of the 1st decan of Virgo.
What decan is August 25?
August 25 falls in the 1st decan of Virgo (approximately 3° Virgo). This decan is sub-ruled by Mercury, which adds concentrated energy to the core Virgo traits.
What famous people were born on August 25?
Famous people born on August 25 include Tim Burton, Blake Lively. All share the Virgo Sun sign, though their individual charts create unique expressions of this energy.
What is the lucky number for someone born on August 25?
The numerology root for August 25 is 7. Lucky numbers include 7, 16, 25, 34. The lucky day is Wednesday (ruled by Mercury), and the lucky color is Brown.
What element is August 25?
August 25 belongs to the Earth element through Virgo. Earth signs are known for intuition, emotional depth, and empathy.
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