Weekly Chinese Horoscopes Are Here For Each Animal Sign From Now Through August 23
Design: YourTango, Photo: Delmaine Donson from Getty Images Signature via Canva The weekly Chinese horoscope for each animal sign is here from now through August 23, 2026. The week begins with an Open Day and ends with a Stable Day. The month is in Fire Monkey energy, and the Year is in Fire Horse.
This week brings balance and new beginnings, with a reward at the end. The first three days are perfect for getting things done. On Thursday and Friday, be careful not to waste your time.
On Monday, an Open Day, you are super busy. By Wednesday, an Initiate Day, new projects start, and you'll not want to miss your deadlines by the end of the week. Saturday is a Success Day, perfect for celebrating your wins, and Sunday, the rewards you've earned come through.
Two red days stand out: Thursday and Friday. Thursday is a Destruction Day, ideal for removing obstacles and decluttering spaces like your front door or areas that make it hard to be productive. On Friday, a Danger Day, focus on what needs to be done now, and don't add anything new to your plate unless you have to. Here's what else is in store for your animal sign this entire week.
Rat
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Rat, here is the week that puts you on the map. Your one goal from now through Sunday, August 23, is to be consistent with whatever it is you decide to do. To help you stay focused on balancing your life goals (and not taking on so much that you experience overwhelm), focus on the lucky number for your sign: 2. Twos are about harmony and balance, and this is perfect for your needs.
Your week starts busy, but things really take off on Tuesday, August 18, a Stable Day in your sign. This is a good time to get organized. You want to fix whatever is broken or declutter the north section of workspaces, from the kitchen to the office, at home or at work. Put something green there for positive energy. Keep tabs on your budget. Pay attention to expenses, and if you have a friend who is a Dragon, see what they think about current trends. They may have some insight to share with you on Wednesday.
You'll get a little antsy around Thursday, but that doesn't mean you need to change anything. In fact, it's best not to, because Friday is a Danger Day and not ideal for fresh starts. Make time for people who always seem to know the right things to say on Saturday. You get excellent information in conversations that give you the guidance you need. By the end of the week, consistency pays off, and when you've proven yourself to be reliable, relationships improve.
Ox
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You do something very unlike you this week, and it's actually what makes all the difference in your outcome. Around Wednesday, August 19, the energy is in your sign, Wood Ox, and it's an Initiate Day. Your one goal is to be the first person to start a project. You can be the idea generator or the person who makes the suggestion. The point is not to wait for someone else to do what you know should be happening now.
The best color to add to your life all week is yellow. You can even use a highlighter to get it into your day-to-day routine when reading or checking things off on your to-do lists. Yellow is the color of creativity, but it also stands out. You are taking on a leadership role, so you need to do the same. If you see the number 8, pay attention. A powerful change is about to unfold. A Snake animal sign may be the one who initiates a conversation with you. Their support helps you feel confident, even if you initially run into resistance from others.
This is the week to push your agenda forward. If you have a resume to send off for a job you want, send it out. If you have an idea you need to discuss with someone important, make the appointment. By Sunday, you'll see things moving in the direction you choose.
Tiger
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Tiger, one area of your life lights up big time this week: relationships. The week starts off without a hitch as you make the right connections and decisions. The color that represents your fortune all week is blue, so try to wear it to meetings or outings because it represents trust and loyalty. Both of these are traits that you symbolize to others.
You're working on compromise. Water energy works in your favor, but you want to control it if it's in areas like your bathroom. Close sink stoppers to keep your energy flow strong. If you want to use more Feng Shui to bring the right people into your life or enhance how you and someone else work together, practice the art of 2s: put two complementary objects together in your workspace, living room and other areas where you want cooperative energy.
Avoid any power struggles on Thursday. You're not likely to win an argument on that day. A Pig is your best ally, and so is the Tiger. The best days for important conversations are before Thursday and Friday.
Rabbit
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You have a very sensitive spirit, and that works to your advantage all week. You are positioned to be a good listener with friends. As a result, a trusted ally and companion. A relationship requires you to exercise emotional intelligence, which means seeing their point of view even if it differs from your own.
On Friday, avoid making risky decisions or giving advice you're unsure about. Even though a Danger Day is in your sign, that doesn't mean something bad is going to happen. You won't want to take something on; avoid it if possible, especially if it doesn't feel right to you.
Greens are your best color all week, so bring them into your home. When you see the number four, this is a lucky sign. It means that an unmanageable situation is about to change for the better. A good feng shui task to do before Sunday is to place a plant in the east area of your home or workspace. You can choose a Money tree or a Spider plant for luck and to bring in prosperity.
Dragon
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Dragon, your confidence is one of the reasons why you never feel like you have to brag or take credit for something that you've done. However, this is the one week where you want to truly take credit for your hard work. You have a success day on Saturday, August 22 and Earth. So letting yourself get the praise and credit you deserve is a good idea. It creates the right energy for future growth.
A lucky color to wear is gold, because of its strength. Also, remember your personal strength and lean into it. A lucky number for you to pay attention to is 6; when you see it, do one good deed for someone who can't help themselves.
On Wednesday, an Initiate Day, write down a goal that you want to achieve before the end of this month. Put it somewhere you can see it every day. Practice measuring your results. Work closely with friends who help you understand your shortcomings. Be willing to look at your decisions and their results to see whether you need to make changes or if you're on the right path.
Snake
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You are very independent, and you like to earn what you get. However, this is a week when you want to graciously accept what you're given. Your luckiest day this week arrives on Sunday, August 23. It's an Earth Day and a day in your sign. Money comes from friends or from work that you've done earlier this month.
If you are starting something new, aim to do so on Wednesday. Activities you participate in on this day lead to your payoff on Sunday. You receive the resources you need and can use them quickly. You learn that someone supports you through a conversation, and it wasn't expected or asked for. This shows you're on the right path, so keep going.
Your lucky number this week is 9, a very auspicious number. When you see it, remind yourself that everything flows back to you. Tell yourself that you're lucky. To invite positive energy into your life. Try to keep your entryway clear of clutter. If anything by the front door is broken, fix it or replace it.
Horse
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Your busy mind gets a little bit of a break this week because there's not a single day in your sign. With Thursday and Friday as days of caution, you do really well at the start of the week and slow down so you can focus on finishing what you started.
Without any day of concentrated Horse energy in your sign, you're able to use your energy to fix a systematic problem at work or within your home. You notice when things aren't working out the way you think that they should. You can make solid points in conversation and help others see why. While it seems as though nothing changes around Thursday or Friday, a sign of promise will arrive for you on Sunday. Your lucky number this week is 7, and it's not surprising that the best color for you to wear or have around your workspace is red, for power.
One thing that you'll want to do before the week is over is organize areas where you tend to waste time. Keep things as tidy as possible so you don't get distracted. Remove obstacles in relationships and avoid distractions in your day-to-day activities before Saturday.
Goat
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Setting boundaries is a big thing for you from now through August 23. You'll want to keep your peace of mind at any cost. The week starts off with Balance, and that sets the tone for the entire week. Your best color this week is purple, which bridges wisdom and intuition. Since the week's Water Pig Balance Day energy works best for you, you're more in tune with what's happening around you and with others.
Listen to your intuition, and don't let people outside yourself influence you when the situation doesn't feel right. When you have a moment on Thursday, a Destruction Day, clear away any clutter and make space for rest and relaxation there. You can add water to a metal bowl and place it in that spot to clear energy. During meditation or moments of just thinking, your heart wil show you where you've given too much and need to scale back. You'll also feel more compassionate as you tend to your inner needs.
Monkey
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Do everything you know needs to get done at the top of the week, and then observe what happens toward the end. This week is about positioning yourself for success. You are very smart, Monkey, but intelligence alone won't be what earns you a reward. Instead, you'll need a strategy and to be in the right place and with the right people. Tuesday and Wednesday favor action, and you'll want to be around someone you know makes decisions that impact your life.
Wearing white, for purity of mind and focus, can help you stay determined and not let fear stop you from pursuing a goal. You find success at the end of the week, specifically on Saturday, August 22, an Earth Dragon Success Day. This is when conversations happen behind the scenes, and you later find out you were on someone's mind as they made plans for the future.
Rooster
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Rooster, it's easy to think success favors speed, but this is the one week when being slow and precise works much better. You get some much-needed resources early this week between Monday and Wednesday. Instead of spending them all at once, consider where they add the most value to your life.
To attract luck and strength, wear something that's gold. You can also add gold-colored items to your environment to bring the energy of wealth and attract good fortune. Your luckiest number this week is 7, which is strongly favored for love and romance. If you are hoping to attract a mate, put pink in the bedroom. If you already have a partner, place fresh flowers by the bed to support a fresh start.
Thursday is the perfect day this week to get organized. Clean the area where you handle financial matters. Be very selective all week, though, and remember that you can choose what you do and with whom.
Dog
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This week is all about you, Dog. You are thinking about what you want to finish before August ends, so it's a good idea to write down your goals and put together a plan. A good day to start what you hope to finish is Wednesday, August 19, and wearing green enhances luck during Initiate Day energy for a fresh beginning. If you are working hard on a particular dream, try not to compare yourself to people around you and where they are in their life. Your journey is your own.
Your luckiest number is 8, a number of power, with a reminder that your influence might start slower than you wish it did. But it builds with commitment. A good friend this week is a Dragon, who helps you understand that success isn't a race to a finish line.
Pig
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From now through August 23, you are working hard to restore balance back into your life. That's why blue is the best color for you all week. You want to spend time in nature during the day or sit by the water to think. Wearing blue will also help you to embrace calming energy.
You typically give a lot to people in your life, but now it's time to do the same for yourself. When you give to a friend or family member, do one thing for yourself. Balance your energy, especially around Wednesday, when things start to get very busy. You will speak with a Rabbit animal sign about a relationship, and problems related to responsibilities can come up for you to work through.
Aim for balance and fairness. As you work through various situations, you'll find that the closeness you desire grows stronger after Saturday.
Aria Gmitter is YourTango's Senior Editor of Horoscopes & Zodiac Signs and author of the Horror Tarot Deck & Guidebook. Aria earned her Diploma of Astrological Excellence from the Midwest School of Astrology and has written daily horoscopes and tarot readings for the last 10 years.
