July 23 Zodiac Sign
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Your July 23 zodiac sign is usually Leo, the fixed fire sign ruled by the Sun, though early morning births in some years still fall in late Cancer. Around midday, the Sun stands near 0°29′ Leo at the start of the 1st decan.
- The Sun sign
- ♌ Leo
- Dates of the sign
- July 23 to August 22
- Day on the cusp
- Cancer or Leo, yes
- Element
- Fire
- Modality
- Fixed
- The ruling planet
- Sun
A cusp day for those born July 23
For 29 of the 101 years between 1940 and 2040, the Sun crossed from Cancer into Leo on July 23, Eastern time. Your birth year and time determine your sign.
For your birth year, the calculator for your zodiac sign looks at the exact minute.
July 23: what astrologers read
The 1st decan of Leo begins on July 23, and astrologers split each sign into 3 decans of 10°. The Sun rules both the sign and this opening decan, so readers call your core nature warm, direct and expressive. Reducing your day number 23 to 5 brings Mercury's quick wit and adaptability to your nature. You'll arrive at summer's height and step into new rooms, filled with natural curiosity and ready humor.
In love, astrologers describe you as affectionate and lively, and say that partners who enjoy talking and shared adventures draw you to them. A sensitive streak remains, and you value sincere praise. At work, journalism, teaching, sales and the performing arts suit your quick mind and warm presence. Versatility shines there.
Strengths
- Quick and adaptable
- Warm frankness
- Humor that engages
Challenges
- A restless kind of energy
- Action driven by impulse
- Sensitivity to going unnoticed