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Love is in the air for your weekly horoscope for July 7-13, 2024! You’re ready to shake things up in your love life when Venus in Cancer links up with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. New, unexpected relationships may form, or perhaps you hear from someone surprising. This is also a great day to experiment in bed with lovers. On the same day, Mercury in Leo teams up with Jupiter in Gemini, lending support to your ideas. It’s an opportune moment for sharing your thoughts or brainstorming with others. You could learn some hopeful news or maybe feel like your own skills are improving.

Later on July 8, Mercury in Leo syncs up with the North Node in Aries, bringing some important news or information relevant to your goals. The following day, on July 9, Jupiter in Gemini meets with the north node in Aries, and perhaps you learn something that feels paramount. On July 10, the Sun in Cancer mingles with Saturn in Pisces, putting your responsible and mature side under the spotlight. Maybe you’re receiving some recognition for a long-term commitment or gaining wisdom from a mentor.

When Venus in Cancer mingles with Neptune in Pisces on July 11, it’s a beautiful day for heartfelt conversations and exploring your intimacy with a lover.

The two most romantic planets in the sky team up on July 11 when Venus in Cancer mingles with Neptune in Pisces. This is a beautiful day for heartfelt conversations, exploring your intimacy with a lover, and believing in love at first sight! This can also give you a wave of creative inspiration. Later in the day, Venus enters Leo, and over the next few weeks, your love language is being loud and proud. You want the PDA and to hard launch your relationships on social media!

You’ll have to confront some of your shadow side on July 12 when Venus in Leo stares down Pluto in Aquarius. This can kick up drama in your close relationships and ask you to address any power struggles, feelings of jealousy, or obsessive thinking. It’s a time to face your fears in your relationships and surrender control. The week wraps up with a first quarter moon in Libra on July 13, which brings you back to the new moon in Cancer on July 5. It’s time to take action based on any intentions you set. The seeds you planted are starting to bloom.

To get a closer look at what these cosmic shifts have in store for you, read on to find your zodiac sign’s weekly horoscope for July 7 to 13, 2024 (and be sure to read for your sun sign and your rising sign for the most accurate forecast).

Looking for even more cosmic insights? Check out your full July 2024 monthly horoscope, or take a look at your yearly 2024 horoscope. 

Key astrological events for your weekly horoscope from July 7-13, 2024

• Monday, July 8: Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus
• Monday, July 8: Mercury in Leo sextile Jupiter in Gemini
• Monday, July 8: Mercury in Leo trine North Node in Aries
• Tuesday, July 9: Moon enters Virgo
• Tuesday, July 9: Jupiter in Gemini sextile North Node in Aries
• Wednesday, July 10: Sun in Cancer trine Saturn in Pisces
• Thursday, July 11: Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces
• Thursday, July 11: Venus enters Leo
• Thursday, July 11: Moon enters Libra
• Friday, July 12: Venus in Leo opposite Pluto in Aquarius
• Saturday, July 13: First Quarter Moon in Libra

Weekly horoscope by zodiac sign for July 7 to 13, 2024

Aries

You’re overcome with gratitude, Aries, when Venus in Cancer teams up with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. Maybe you have a family reunion to attend or you receive some long-overdue recognition at work. Your interactions with others today leave you feeling more confident and secure.

On the same day, it’s also time to celebrate once Mercury in Leo links up with Jupiter in Gemini. This is one of the best days of the year to ask for help from others. If you have an idea you want to pitch or a job you want to apply to, do it! The energy is also supportive for romantic date nights and making progress on a creative project.

People can’t seem to get enough of you starting July 11 when Venus enters Leo. You’re magnetic and confident and others are drawn to you because of it (so if you’re single right now…reactivate that Tinder profile!). You could also focus on a creative project or get back into a hobby that just makes you feel joyful and grateful.

Taurus

Exciting developments are unfolding,Taurus, when Venus in Cancer meets with Uranus in your sign on July 8. You could make some surprising progress on a personal goal or even meet someone new who makes you believe in soulmates. Conversations feel inspiring today, and solutions-oriented.

Your personal life is about to get a little sweeter once Venus enters Leo on July 11. Drama with roommates and family members subsides, and your living environment feels nourishing and cozy once again. You might also focus on redecorating your space or feel like you’re craving more alone time. Catching up on rest and feeling comfortable are priorities.

You’ll have to confront the past on July 12, when Venus in Leo locks eyes with Pluto in Aquarius. This could also bring one final burst of drama with any family or roommates. You’ll be tasked with addressing any unspoken power struggles or dynamics that are unhealthy. You may also unearth a memory from your family’s past that’s worth discussion or reflection.

Gemini

Put yourself out there, Gemini, when Mercury in Leo syncs up with Jupiter in your sign on July 8. New mentors or people who are ready to back some of your ideas enter your life. You could also meet someone you might want to pursue, or notice that a friendship deepens.

You may also meet another person who can help bring about some of your dreams in a major way on July 9 when Jupiter (in your sign) links up with the north node in Aries. People you encounter today can have a fated quality to them. This is not the day to be shy, so ask for support and mingle with new people!

Your social calendar is filling up once Venus enters Leo on July 11. This is a busy time for hopping from event to event. You may also spend more time with family members or a BFF. When it comes to dating, you’re craving an intellectual connection and someone you can banter with. Looks alone just aren’t enough!

Cancer

You’re making new friends, Cancer, and it feels so good once Venus in your sign connects with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. This is a great time to connect with new people and share new experiences. You might also learn some promising news regarding a personal goal or project you’re working on.

You’re feeling financially secure and on track with your budget once Venus enters Leo on July 11. The next few weeks help you reign in your spending and build up your savings account. You could also be up for a raise or promotion. Your work and talents attract important people, which can also build more self-confidence in the process.

The first quarter moon in Libra helps you take the next step on a personal goal on July 13. You know what you want to do and are finally ready to take the first step. You may also make a decision regarding your living situation or an issue with a family member.

Leo

You’ve got a plan and it’s paying off, Leo, when Mercury, in your sign, meets with Jupiter in Gemini on July 8. The energy today is supportive and encouraging. This is also a lovely day for socializing, networking, and asking for support for some of your goals.

Venus, the planet of love and blessings, enters your sign on July 11. The next few weeks you’re even more magnetic than normal. This is your prime time for manifestation, so put yourself and your ideas out there! You might also make progress on personal goals, experiment with your style, or attract new lovers or friends into your world.

The first quarter moon in Libra on July 13 encourages you to make a decision. You might be ready to hard launch something you’ve been working on behind the scenes, or take action based on an intuitive impulse.

Virgo

You’re ready to have some fun, Virgo, when Venus in Cancer mingles with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. Maybe you’ve booked some sort of novel experience like skydiving, or maybe you’re going out with a new group of friends. The energy is encouraging for pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and connecting with new people along the way. You might also come up with a solution today, or receive some intriguing news or opportunities.

Venus, the planet of relationships and support, enters Leo on July 11. The next few weeks may make you feel more nostalgic in matters of the heart. You may have a few lovers visit you in your dreams. You’re also craving more solitude and time to catch up on rest.

You’ll have to confront your busy schedule on July 12, when Venus in Leo locks eyes with Pluto in Aquarius. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your responsibilities, this can be a breaking point. It’s also easier to get in your own head and let some of your fears run through your subconscious. You can choose to break patterns and walk away from people who leave you feeling unworthy today.

Libra

Payday is here, Libra, when Venus in Cancer connects with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. You might get a raise or a payout for an investment. Either way, your sense of security and support is increasing and leaving you feeling self-assured. You could also receive some surprising offers or job opportunities. People are eager to collaborate with you!

Your friendship circle gets a little bigger on the same day when Mercury in Leo teams up with Jupiter in Gemini. Maybe you meet new friends at school or work, or get introduced to friends of friends and feel an instant connection. You’re also bound to get lucky news today—maybe you get the job you applied for, or hear from someone special.

Venus, the planet of relationships, enters Leo on July 11 and, when it comes to love, singles might meet someone through friends or online dating over the next few weeks. Couples are also craving more shared experiences together, like going out with friends or attending one of their favorite artist’s concerts. You may also feel more empowered to stand up for causes you believe in and to use your voice to bring about positive change in the world.

Scorpio

You’re making some exciting plans, Scorpio, once Venus in Cancer links up with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. You and a lover or BFF could plan the trip of a lifetime, or perhaps you’re making some progress on a collaborative project. A friend or coworker might also introduce you to something new that you want to learn more about, sparking an interest in signing up for a class or maybe even going back to school.

Venus, the planet of relationships and support, enters Leo on July 11, putting the spotlight on you and your talents. Over the next few weeks, important people see your value and are ready to reward you for it. This is a great time to go for a promotion, ask for a raise, or to make progress on some of your personal goals. You could also move in with a lover, get engaged, or otherwise experience bliss in your union.

You’re facing your fear of being seen on July 12 when Venus in Leo sits across the sky from Pluto in Aquarius. You might choose to share a more vulnerable side of yourself with the world, which can feel scary but ultimately empowering. You may also need to confront unhealthy power dynamics at work, especially controlling or invasive co-workers or bosses.

Sagittarius

You’re feeling luckier than ever, Sagittarius, once Mercury in Leo teams up with Jupiter in Gemini on July 8. This is a great day for supportive conversations in your close relationships. Discussions that take place today leave you hopeful, and you may have a new idea you want to invest in and a goal to chase after.

You’re ready to book some travel once Venus enters Leo on July 11. This is a lovely time to try new things and soak up all the experiences life has to offer. You could also meet someone special while traveling, or decide to learn a new skill. Positive news also finds you over the next few weeks, and you have extra charm when it comes to your words. Use them wisely.

The following day, on July 12, it’s time to have the conversations you’ve been avoiding when Mercury in Leo stares down Pluto in Aquarius. You may have to discuss toxic patterns or relationship dynamics that have overstayed their welcome. News or information you learn today might also feel charged or intense. However, conversations can also be healing, transformative, and empowering—especially when you choose to talk about what’s been left unsaid.

Capricorn

Who and what you desire is changing, Capricorn, and it feels exciting when Venus in Cancer connects with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. This is a wonderful time to experiment with your pleasure in the bedroom! A friend or family member may also introduce you to a new hobby that you want to pursue on a more consistent basis.

You’re feeling like you’re in the swing of things when Mercury in Leo links up with Jupiter in Gemini on the same day. The energy is supportive, especially when it comes to all of your daily commitments and responsibilities. Someone might take something off of your plate, or show up for you and lend an extra hand when you need it most. This is also lovely energy for getting on the same page as someone else and putting any petty drama to rest.

Venus, the planet of finances and relationships, enters Leo on July 11. The next few weeks bring some new contracts your way and can help you get back on track with your finances. Relationships also deepen as you explore new levels of trust and intimacy with the important people in your life.

Aquarius

There’s a welcome change to your regular routine, Aquarius, once Venus in Cancer mingles with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. Maybe a family member or friend makes a surprise appearance in your day. This would also be an ideal time to spoil yourself with some self care. Book a massage or take a long bath to recharge.

Venus, the planet of love, enters Leo on July 11, putting a spotlight on your close one-on-one relationships. Singles could meet someone suitable for the long term, and couples are putting more effort into their connections. If you work with clients, new job prospects may also find you. People are eager to collaborate.

You’ll have to face some of the darker truths about your love life and relationship patterns the following day, on July 12, when Venus in Leo stares down Pluto in Aquarius. If there are unspoken power dynamics, this is the time to call them out. You may also feel a wave of jealousy or obsessive thinking take over your mind. Be curious about what’s arising within you. This isn’t the time to react—reflect instead if you can.

Pisces

The good news you’ve been waiting for finally arrives, Pisces, when Venus in Cancer teams up with Uranus in Taurus on July 8. It can feel like you got a greenlight for one of your ideas, or maybe you receive some unexpected but lucky news. This is a great day for sharing your work and talents and putting yourself out there.

If you’ve been overwhelmed with your daily schedule, relief arrives starting July 11 once Venus enters Leo. The next few weeks can bring people into your sphere who are ready to share your burdens and responsibilities. You can also land on solutions you’ve been seeking to make daily life a bit easier.

The first quarter moon in Libra on July 13 encourages you to invest your time, energy, or resources into a passion project. You’re feeling full of creative drive and are ready to take that next step! Follow your creative urges today. You may also dive deep in a romantic relationship or share a particularly sexy time with someone special.