New Moon August 2028: August 20 in Leo — Exact Time & Meaning

New moon August 2028: date, time and sign

The new moon of August 2028 is on August 20 in Leo. The exact moment is 10:44 UTC, which corresponds to 06:44 EDT in New York and 13:44 in Moscow. This new moon is also a supermoon, as the Moon is 358,578 km from Earth — closer than 360,000 km. The waxing phase lasts until the full moon on September 3.

New moon in Leo 2028: what it is about

According to Vronsky, the Moon in Leo makes people active, optimistic, and sensitive to attention and compliments. There is a tendency to see reality in a rosy light and a strong craving for pleasures, celebrations, and entertainment. People want to attract notice, make an impression, fall in love, or flirt. Gatherings tend to be cheerful and large. This is an excellent time for recreation and rest. Vronsky also notes that the mind works well — ideas and proposals are easily grasped — and organizational skills and a thirst for action are enhanced. Relationships with colleagues and superiors are good, as everyone wants to be liked, making it a favorable moment to approach superiors with requests or suggestions, especially with respect and courtesy.

The aspects and the sky on the day

On August 20, the Sun and Moon are together in Leo. The other planets are: Mercury and Jupiter in Virgo; Venus and Mars in Cancer; Saturn in Taurus; Uranus in Gemini; Neptune in Aries (retrograde); Pluto in Aquarius (retrograde). As Robert Hand points out, the transiting Moon’s effects are very transient, lasting only a couple of hours for most transits, but a new moon phase change can extend the influence for one to four weeks. Since this is a new moon, its subtle impact may be felt over a longer period.

What it may mean inside

Psychologically, the new Moon in Leo invites a moment of inner renewal around themes of vitality, self-expression, and joy. Alfried Längle speaks of a fundamental relationship with life based on a sense of vital force and the feeling of “I like living.” This subjective “liking to live” is an expression of vital joy, rooted in bodily sensation and strength. The new moon can be an opportunity to reconnect with that organic vitality — the sense of life as it is felt in the body and in positive relational experiences. It may be a gentle time to ask oneself: What makes me feel alive? Where do I sense a natural enthusiasm?

How to live the new moon in August 2028

• • Plan a small celebration or treat: Vronsky suggests this is ideal for recreation and enjoyment. A simple gathering with friends, a favorite meal, or a creative project can align with the mood.
• • Approach others with warmth: Since relationships tend to be harmonious, it is a good time to express appreciation or make a polite request at work or in personal life.
• • Notice what you are drawn to: The tendency to embellish reality can be used creatively — for writing, art, or envisioning goals — without losing touch with practical steps.
• • Spend mindfully: The inclination to buy luxury items or small pleasures is natural, but it helps to choose something that truly brings lasting satisfaction.
• • Rest and recharge: The supermoon’s closeness may amplify feelings, so gentle rest and time in nature can support inner balance.