August 2025 Mercury Retrograde

Astrological insights and Mercury retrograde guidance for this month.

Mercury Retrograde Alert

This month includes Second Mercury Retrograde (continued) from 2025-07-18 to 2025-08-11.

Overview

August 2025 sees the end of the second Mercury retrograde on August 11, with continued focus on Leo's bold energy.

Mercury Retrograde Details

Second Mercury Retrograde (continued)

Start Date

2025-07-18

End Date

2025-08-11

Zodiac Sign

Leo

Duration

N/A

The retrograde continues into August, emphasizing Leo themes of leadership and self-confidence.

Practical Tips

Do's
  • • Reflect on leadership style and impact
  • • Reconnect with joy and playfulness
  • • Practice humility and generosity
Don'ts
  • • Let pride drive conflict
  • • Rush into risky investments or ventures
  • • Overstate your abilities

Monthly Highlights

Mercury retrograde ends August 11

Emphasize Leo qualities: leadership and creativity

Transition to post-retrograde energy

Frequently Asked Questions

Other Months in 2025

January 2025

No retrograde

January 2025 kicks off the year with fresh energy and new beginnings. While no Mercury retrograde occurs this month, it's a great time to set intentions and plan for the year ahead.

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February 2025

No retrograde

February 2025 continues the theme of new beginnings. Valentine's Day falls during this month, emphasizing themes of love and relationships.

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March 2025

Includes First Mercury Retrograde

March 2025 brings the first Mercury retrograde of the year, starting on March 15. This period emphasizes reflection and review before spring fully blossoms.

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April 2025

Includes First Mercury Retrograde (continued)

April 2025 sees the continuation and end of the first Mercury retrograde, with a focus on Pisces themes of empathy and creativity.

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May 2025

No retrograde

May 2025 is a month of growth and renewal, free from Mercury retrograde, allowing for forward momentum.

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June 2025

No retrograde

June 2025 brings summer vibes with opportunities for adventure and self-expression.

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July 2025

Includes Second Mercury Retrograde

July 2025 welcomes the second Mercury retrograde, starting on July 18 in Leo, focusing on creativity and self-expression.

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September 2025

No retrograde

September 2025 marks the transition to fall, with opportunities for harvest and reflection.

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October 2025

No retrograde

October 2025 brings Halloween energy with themes of transformation and mystery.

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November 2025

Includes Third Mercury Retrograde

November 2025 hosts the final Mercury retrograde of the year, starting on November 9 in Sagittarius.

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December 2025

Includes Third Mercury Retrograde (continued)

December 2025 sees the end of the third Mercury retrograde on November 29, with Scorpio themes of transformation and introspection.

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2025 Retrograde Periods

First Mercury Retrograde

Aries → Pisces

Starts

March 15, 2025

Ends

April 7, 2025

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Second Mercury Retrograde

Leo

Starts

July 18, 2025

Ends

August 11, 2025

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Third Mercury Retrograde

Sagittarius → Scorpio

Starts

November 9, 2025

Ends

November 29, 2025

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