In the words of freshly-engaged Taylor Swift, "August slipped away like a bottle of wine," which means that suddenly it's September. As the heat of summer starts winding down, the intensity of eclipse season will ramp up -- so trust that the planets are stirring up drama both in and out of relationships. With so much transition on the horizon, you'll want to know what your September love horoscope has in store.
The month kicks off under the influence of perfectionistic and pragmatic Virgo season, but eclipse season becomes official on Sept. 7 with a lunar eclipse across the zodiac in dreamy and delulu Pisces. pushing everyone to let go of fantasies and get real about relationships. Rose colored glasses can be fun, but can you see the red flags if you never take them off? The following week, on Sept. 13, communication-focused Mercury joins the sun for a mentally energizing Mercury cazimi. Use this period to initiate some clarifying conversations with your lovers and try to think rationally amidst the eclipse chaos.
Throughout the whole first half of the month, love planet Venus is in glitzy Leo -- the fixed fire sign of the zodiac known for its dramatic flair. Summer's not over 'til it's over, so Venus in Leo promises to keep things sizzling in the romance department until then. Meanwhile, passionate planet Mars is in flirty and charming Libra, which can make you a little indecisive about your desires but also more invested in taking action on behalf of your relationships. These transits culminate in a sweet sextile aspect between the two cosmic lovers on Sept. 15, which also pulls healing comet Chiron into the mix. Approaching love and dating with confidence and level-headedness can help you build strength around your insecurities now.
On Sept. 19, Venus enters pure-hearted Virgo, making everyone feel a bit more critical and discerning about love. Practical favors from a lover may suddenly feel more valuable than all the flashy acts of PDA brought on by Venus in Leo. However, some unexpected changes of heart could challenge your feelings as this transit begins, as Venus will immediately square off with unpredictable Uranus. In addition to this wild-card energy, the year's final eclipse hits on Sept. 21 in Virgo, promising an emotional new chapter that'll continue unfolding over the next couple of years.
Sept. 22 is a big day in the cosmos, as it's the first day of Libra season as well as the autumn equinox. With the sun in diplomatic Libra, now is a meaningful time to focus on partnerships and bring some balance to your romantic life. On the same day, lusty Mars enters sultry Scorpio, so expect sexy power games and lots of deep desires. Both the sun in Libra and Mars in Scorpio will make connections with transformational Pluto during these first days of Libra season, adding to the intensity. Embrace the passion that's built up inside and channel it into something steamy.
Read on for your September 2025 love horoscope and enjoy the last days of summer!