Virgo: personality, love and career

Dates: 23 August – 22 September · Element: Earth · Modality: Mutable · Ruler: Mercury

In short: Virgo (23 August – 22 September) is a earth sign with mutable modality, ruled by Mercury. Key strengths: responsibility, precision and humility. Most compatible signs: Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.

Weekly horoscope · 28 Sep – 4 Oct 2026

In love: Put the pros-and-cons list aside and enjoy the moment. Perfection is not a requirement for tenderness.

At work: Your eye for detail prevents a significant mistake. Even so, delegate whatever doesn't need your personal touch.

Tip of the week: End the week with one task fewer on your list, not one more.

Personality

Virgo is analytical, helpful and detail-oriented, and loves to improve things and help in practical ways.

In love

Discreet and attentive, Virgo shows love by taking care of the small details of everyday life.

At work

Organised and efficient, Virgo shines in analysis, administration or any task that requires precision.

Strengths

  • Responsibility
  • Precision
  • Humility

Challenges

  • Perfectionism
  • Self-criticism
  • Worry

Most compatible signs

Zodiac compatibility

Frequently asked questions about Virgo

What are the dates of Virgo?

Virgo covers 23 August – 22 September. It is a earth sign ruled by Mercury.

Which signs are most compatible with Virgo?

Virgo usually gets along best with Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces: signs of the same element or a complementary one. The compatibility page lets you check any pair.

What are the strengths and challenges of Virgo?

Strengths of Virgo: responsibility, precision and humility. Challenges: perfectionism, self-criticism and worry.

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