Sign 05 · Western tropical zodiac
Leo
July 23 - August 22
Leo in the Western tropical zodiac: conventional July 23 - August 22 range, Fire element, Fixed modality, and clearly labeled astrological interpretations.
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Astrology note: Date range, element, modality, and ruling planet describe a conventional astrological system. Personality, luck, compatibility, and career material below are interpretations—not scientific findings or predictions.
Immediate answer
Leo at a glance
- Conventional dates
- July 23 - August 22
- Element
- Fire
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruling planet
- Sun
Astrological profile
How tradition describes Leo
Leo is the king of the zodiac jungle. Those born under this sign are natural leaders who love to be in the spotlight. Leos are generous, warm-hearted, and fiercely loyal to those they love. Their confidence and charisma draw others to them like moths to a flame.
Common themes
Natural born leaders · Creative · Generous · Loyal · Protective
Common cautions
Arrogant · Self-centered · Stubborn · Need for attention · Dramatic
Astrological interpretation
Compatibility themes
Astrologers compare elements and other chart placements. This simplified sun-sign list is for exploring the tradition, not assessing a relationship.
Traditional associations
Colors, numbers, day, and symbols
- Traditional numbers
- 1 · 4 · 10 · 13 · 19
- Traditional colors
- Gold · Orange · Red · Yellow
- Traditional day
- Sunday
- Associated symbols
- Peridot · Gladiolus
Interpretation label: “Lucky” associations are traditional correspondences. They do not change probability or predict outcomes.
Astrological interpretation
Career themes in sign guides
Popular astrology often connects Leo with the following fields. Career fit depends on a person's skills, interests, access, and circumstances—not a zodiac sign.