Leo — The The Lion
Leo is the 5th sign of the zodiac, spanning July 23 – August 22. Element Fire, ruled by Sun.
Key facts
| Date range | July 23 – August 22 |
|---|---|
| Symbol | The Lion |
| Element | Fire |
| Quality | Fixed |
| Ruling planet | Sun |
| Lucky colour | Golden |
| Lucky day | Sunday |
| Lucky numbers | 1, 5 |
| Gemstone | Ruby |
| Body part | Heart & spine |
Personality traits
- generous
- confident
- warm-hearted
- proud
- dramatic
Leo natives are naturally generous and confident. The influence of Sun makes them warm-hearted, while under pressure the proud and dramatic side tends to surface. The Fire element governs how they make decisions, and the Fixed quality describes how they handle change.
Most compatible with
Least compatible with
Nakshatra
Suggested remedies
Sunday is the day associated with Sun. Donating something in Golden, chanting the ruling planet's mantra and keeping a simple diet on that day are the traditional supports. Have your chart checked by a qualified astrologer before wearing Ruby.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Leo dates?
Leo covers July 23 – August 22 in the Sun-sign calendar. Vedic astrology fixes the sign from the Moon's position at birth, so your Moon sign may differ.
Which sign is most compatible with Leo?
Aries, Gemini, Libra are the strongest matches for Leo. Elemental friendship and the distance between the signs on the zodiac wheel drive the score.
What is the ruling planet and gemstone for Leo?
Leo is ruled by Sun and its gemstone is Ruby. The lucky colour is Golden and the lucky day is Sunday.
What is the biggest weakness of Leo natives?
Under pressure Leo natives can become proud and dramatic. Simply recognising the pattern is the most effective correction.