Not everyone with whom we share a zodiac sign will necessarily be someone with whom we get along well. In fact, some zodiac lions are so fanatical about this idea that July and August Leos may as well come from different ends of the cosmos. Of course, everyone has a different zodiac sign, and a person’s planetary placements will change depending on the year, day, and even hour that they are born. But are there any astrological distinctions between Leos born in July and August? The solution is intricate.

People who share the same zodiac sign might be highly different for a variety of astrological reasons, since our sun signs are just a minor component of the intricate picture that is our birth charts. Therefore, even though the Leo season runs roughly from July 23 to August 22, depending on the precise time and day of birth, everyone born during that period might have entirely different moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, and rising zodiac signs. Despite having some common traits with Leos, these individuals interact, manage relationships, process emotions, express themselves, and take action in quite different ways.

Each zodiac sign was divided into three groups called decans in ancient astrology, and these divisions altered how each sign’s energy was represented. Each sign on the zodiac wheel covers precisely 30 degrees, therefore the first 10, the second 10, and the last 10 degrees of a sign correspond to the first, second, and third decans, respectively. Since the sun moves through each zodiac sign season at a rate of about one degree per day, all Leos born in July are first decan Leos, while the majority of Leos born in August (with the rare exception of those born on August 1 or 2) are either second or third decan Leos.

Let’s examine some of the key variations between July and August Leos that provide a higher level of complexity and diversity to the zodiac’s resident fixed fire sign with decans in mind.

1. July Leos Are Known For Their Stereotypical Behavior

Although the sun is the sign of Leo’s governing planet, the majority of Leos born in August are either second or third decan Leos, meaning they have secondary co-ruling planets that affect how strongly their Leo energy manifests. First decan Leos (born in July) are controlled only by the sun, hence they often exhibit the purest of Leo characteristics. July Leos frequently exhibit all the positive and negative traits that are traditionally associated with Leo energy, such as drama, inventiveness, confidence, bravery, and a strong need for attention, more overtly and plainly.

2. More Opinionated Are August-Born Leos

Most Leos who are born in August are either second or third decan Leos, which indicates that Jupiter (the planet of growth) and Mars are both co-rulers of them (planet of action). Both of these planets give Leo’s regal energy a more ardent and opinionated edge, so August Leos may find themselves taking a stronger stand on issues or engaging in philosophical discussions with friends more often than July Leos.

3. July Leos Are Easily Attractive

Leos love to be in the limelight since they are the only solar sign, but no Leo draws a crowd like one in July. These inherently gorgeous and captivating individuals are first decan Leos, who are undoubtedly bestowed with the greatest dosage of the sun’s astrological warmth. However, this may sometimes cause them to get a bit too enamoured with their own reflection, so it’s crucial for these lions to maintain their humility (a characteristic that most August Leos naturally possess)!

4. More Spontaneous Leos Are Born in August

Leos are one of the fixed signs of the zodiac, making them adept at seeing things through and having a strong work ethic. However, because most Leos born in August have both Mars and the obstinate Jupiter as supplementary planetary influences, these lions have a tendency to be more impulsive than their July-born counterparts. All Leos tend to make choices fairly steadily, but most Leos born in August have a higher propensity to act quickly and on instinct.

5. July Leos Display Greater Creativity

First decan Leos, who are born in July, are solely dominated by the sun, which fuels their innate drive to express themselves via art. Leos are all passionate people who have an intrinsic urge to express themselves, which makes them exceptional artists who are passionate about their interests. However, July Leos could find themselves doing so in a manner that is more overt or obvious, as via performance, music, or visual art.

6. Leos Are Natural Leaders in August

Leos are known for their bravery and assurance, but those who were born in August often have more natural ambition than those who were born in July. This is due to the fact that around half of August Leos are co-ruled by the planet Mars, which is all about taking initiative and overcoming obstacles. As a result, they have an astrological advantage when it comes to having strong leadership qualities. Leos born in August are more likely to follow their own path and be more driven to take charge.