Overview
- The new moon takes place at 11:06 p.m. PT on Aug. 22 and 2:06 a.m. ET on Aug. 23.
- A black moon is defined as the fourth new moon in a season that has already included three full moons.
- Astrology coverage links the Virgo placement to routines, discernment and new starts, with some warning of sudden shifts tied to Uranus.
- Suggested practices include journaling, meditation and intention-setting to mark the beginning of a new lunar cycle.
- One outlet says Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces could see especially positive effects, and notes the guidance reflects popular beliefs rather than scientific findings.