By Chelsea Jackson
With Hot Girl Summer right around the corner, the astrology of the next three months will be heating up the sex lives of every zodiac sign in a unique and personalized way. As Gemini season continues, flirtation remains as high as the blazing temperatures in the cosmos and beyond. Though summer doesn’t officially begin until the sun enters Cancer on June 20, there is still some steamy astrology to take advantage of in the meantime. The social vibes of the summer commence as Mercury links up with Venus in nurturing Cancer on June 17, bringing the seductive vibes of Gemini season to a peak.
Things take on a more serious note by June 21, as the Capricorn full moon calls the longevity of your love affairs into question. However, your desire to mingle without fixating too much on the end goal returns when Mercury meets up with Venus in Virgo once again on August 7. Mental stimulation in the bedroom reaches new heights as Mars and Jupiter bond in chatty Gemini on August 14, activating your desire to pursue arousing connections in and out of the bedroom, while the innovative efforts of the August 19 Aquarius full moon challenge you to think outside of the box when it comes to matters of the heart!
Do we have you curious to find out more? Read on to find the best transits of this summer to spice up your sex life, based on your sun and rising signs:
Aries
During the sun-Mercury cazimi in expressive Leo on August 18, you’ll be embracing a vibrant, new approach to your love affairs! This confident, new mindset that you’re adopting prompts you to take bold action regarding how you prioritize your own personal pleasure and enjoyment. You’ve never been one to shy away from speaking your mind, and now, you’ll be more compelled to shoot your shot without worrying too much about the consequences. You may be making bolder claims in the bedroom today that articulate your needs in a very daring and straightforward way. Luckily, your admirers will be a fan of this confident and creative energy.
Taurus
On August 7, your ruling planet, Venus, joins forces with detail-oriented Mercury in Virgo, increasing your desire for mental stimulation in your most intimate affairs. While you’re usually someone who spends a lot of time analyzing your sexual desires, you’ll feel compelled to play a more present and sensual role in them today! Though you’ll still be operating from a place of logic and reason, this connection between Mercury and Venus will offer more pleasure than rationality – so be sure to get out of your head and into your body!
Gemini
Your summer heats up on August 14 as Mars aligns with Jupiter in your sign, stirring up action and sexual desire! During this planetary meetup, you’ll be inspired by stimulating new ways to engage with those around you. Expect flirtation to be at an all-time high today, but it won’t end there. While you’re not always quick to act on your thoughts, you’ll be more interested in toying with the ideas you have now – and even more intrigued by people who are willing to match your energy. Don’t hesitate to share some of your most outlandish sexual ideas today – they will be well-received!
Cancer
Connecting with others through nurturing and supportive conversation will be a priority on June 17, as Mercury bonds with Venus in your sign. For you, sexual arousal stems from feeling safe and secure, and on this day, the thoughts of others will stir up feelings of pleasure within you! As this transit unfolds, you’ll be seduced by the stimulating conversations with your romantic prospects. Connecting with them on a deeper, more intimate level before taking things to the next level has always been a priority, and now, you’ll be able to solidify those bonds with ease.
Leo
The Aquarius full moon on August 19 brings a creative perspective to your romantic and sexual affairs, drawing you toward suitors who can keep up with your innovative mindset. You’re attracted to partners who can think for themselves, even if these thoughts prompt you to look at things through a different lens – and on this day, you’ll be eager to try something different. Though the lasting power of your current affairs may still be in question, you’ll be eager to engage in stimulating affairs with someone who can keep you on your toes. Today’s full moon will likely be full of surprises, so be sure to allow yourself to go with the flow.
Virgo
You’ll be setting your sights on long-term sexual liberation under the June 21 full moon in Capricorn. Though you often enjoy traditional dating practices, this full moon questions the current rules you follow in your love life. Have you been a little too tightly wound when it comes to experiencing pleasure? If so, now’s the time to let loose! You may not be abandoning your rules altogether today, but you will be looking to turn your sex life up a notch. Make it a goal to center sexual expression today – it’s good for your health!
Libra
Your sexual desire leads the way during the August 19 Aquarius full moon, spotlighting your desire for continued innovation in the bedroom! As a fellow air sign, you’re always seeking mental stimulation between the sheets – and during this full moon, you’ll find satisfaction in the sexually liberated dynamics you’re currently engaging in. Whether your newest partner is showing off some moves you’ve never seen or you’re experimenting with different kinds of foreplay, today’s astrology is entirely absent of dull moments (and, more importantly, dull sex!) Give dirty talk a try, or experiment with sex toys – anything new, fun, and unexpected.
Scorpio
You may not typically be a fan of fantasy, but on July 11, Venus in Cancer harmonizes with Neptune in Pisces, rousing up your sexual imagination and stimulating your romantic appetite! This transit will activate your creative side, making this a fortunate time for role-playing in the bedroom. As someone who doesn’t usually give your daydreams too much attention, you’ll feel inspired to toy around with reality in the bedroom today. Fleeting sexual affairs may have a more romantic quality to them now, allowing you to go as deep as you’re willing to go with your special someone.
Sagittarius
When Mars and Jupiter, your ruling planet, link up in chatty Gemini on August 14, you’ll engage in romantic affairs that stimulate you mentally and sexually. This transit brings you closer to people who activate passion, excitement, and curiosity within you – which is rare, as someone who is seldom caught by surprise! As you engage in these new relationships, you’ll learn new things in and out of the bedroom. The arousal that comes from your new flame’s refreshing mindset will inspire you to not only think differently, but engage in intimacy differently, too. If you’ve needed a playful and light-hearted rendezvous, now is the time to indulge.
Capricorn
Your love affairs heat up on July 15, when Mars unites with Uranus in pleasure-loving Taurus, propelling you into sexual action! While you’re often slow-moving and intentional when it comes to new sexual experiences, you’ll be motivated to try a more spontaneous approach as this transit unfolds. Intentional satisfaction will still be a priority, but today’s energy mainly supports taking risks in the bedroom. Instead of busting out your go-to moves, try some new positions! Sometimes, change is good, especially if you’ve been craving something different when it comes to physical intimacy.
Aquarius
On June 14, the sun-Mercury cazimi in conversational Gemini inspires you to engage in sexual conversations with a new flame! If dirty talk is something you’re not yet well-versed in, now is a great time to work on your wordplay in the bedroom. As the Saturn-ruled air sign of the zodiac, it can be easy to take yourself a little too seriously, even during sex, but now, you’ll be seeking lighthearted experiences with a partner who is equally interested in keeping things fun. Play around with language or experiment with different forms of foreplay. And remember, toys aren’t always needed – you’ve got two hands, after all!
Pisces
You’ll be communicating your sexual and romantic desires with ease as Mercury meets Venus in Cancer on June 17. During this transit, your need for emotional comfort and stability in your love affairs will be made clear, and it’ll be easy to articulate this effectively to your partner. As a water sign, you are someone who requires plenty of emotional depth in your sex life, and on this day, establishing these connections will be an effortless endeavor. Just be mindful of over-idealizing the potential of a short-term fling. While it may not be here to stay, it’s fulfilling all of your needs for the time being.
Chelsea Jackson is a full-time astrologer and writer, covering all things related to the cosmos above. She has been practicing astrology professionally since 2019, and has since written for publications including Elite Daily, Refinery29, and more. As an Aries sun, Cancer moon, and Cancer rising, she enjoys drinking espresso martinis and doing birth chart for her friends on the weekends.