When a Leo's and a Scorpio’s worlds collide, expect a union of fire, passion, and dedication to each other's evolution. Both Leo and Scorpio are stubborn fixed signs, so they might experience a tug-of-war between each other’s egos—this won’t be a walk in the park!
However, both Leo and Scorpio are committed to speaking their truth and allow each other to feel understood. Fire sign Leo’s confidence and warm presence creates an open invitation for water sign Scorpio to let their guard down to be their most authentic self—no matter how deeply sensitive they can be. The key for a successful relationship between Leo and Scorpio—whether it be as friends, casually dating, or in a committed relationship—is that they allow one another the space to heal from the deep insecurities in their past.
The Leo Basics
Dates: July 23 to August 22
Element: Fire
Modality: Fixed
Ruler: The Sun
Represented by: The lion
The Scorpio Basics
Dates: October 23 to November 21
Element: Water
Modality: Fixed
Ruler: Pluto
Represented by: The scorpion
Leo and Scorpio Personality Traits
Leo and Scorpio are very different in many ways. Fire sign Leo is known for being one of the most spotlight-seeking signs of the zodiac, while water sign Scorpio is known as the most secretive. Leo is outgoing and has a huge circle of casual friends, while Scorpio tends to be reserved and keep a few super-close besties. These differences can mean the pair could clash, but if they stay open-minded and learn to compromise, they could also teach each other a lot.
As two fixed signs, Leo and Scorpio have a few traits in common, especially their loyalty and their stubbornness. Both of these signs will stick by their friends through thick and thin...and neither will admit when they're wrong.
Leo and Scorpio as Friends
Whenever Scorpio feels down, Leo is right beside their bestie to shine a light on how to get through a dark phase in their life. Leo will teach Scorpio the importance of living in the moment and no longer dwelling in the past. Ruled by the Sun, Leo finds their zest in life through their goals and aspirations. Leo brings the fun and adventure to this friendship, which ultimately creates a harmonious balance for intense Scorpio.
Scorpio’s desire to give their all to those closest to them makes quality time together one for the books. As this bond grows deeper together, Leo will always tell their Scorpio friend the truth, no matter how unfiltered it comes off. While Leo enjoys leading this friendship, they also offers to protect and cherish those they value most.
In turn, over-protective Scorpio might assume that they are in fact Leo’s one and only BFF, and focus all their energy on their Leo bestie. Luckily, Leo adores the attention from Scorpio! It's hard to keep these two apart from each other for long periods of time.
Sex Between Leo and Scorpio
Leo and Scorpio can expect to experience a sexual connection that’ll leave them breathless (literally), even after these two have moved on to new partners. Fiery Leo just might be the only one who can keep up with the sexual needs and desires of their Scorpio bae. Thanks to being ruled by the Sun, Leo has just the right amount of energy and stamina to match Scorpio's. Traditionally, Scorpio is ruled by the planet Mars, which highlights our sexual desires, lust, and exertion of energy. Combined, these two can go round after round.
The caveat between these two is Leo’s ability to enjoy going with the flow and find their groove on the dating scene, compared to Scorpio’s "all-or-nothing" outlook in life. The moment Scorpio’s feelings get involved, anything casual or above the surface just won’t cut it for these two.
Leo and Scorpio in a Relationship
In order for these two to make it through the long haul, fiery Leo must be willing to focus their energy on exactly who and what they want. Scorpio’s tendency to constantly obsess and control things in their life makes Leo feel as if their independence and freedom is stunted. The way for these two fixed signs to get through the rough patches within their relationship is by building a strong level of trust—absolutely no hidden secrets or omitting information! While this might be a challenge for Scorpio at first, they'll learn an important lesson of relinquishing control and seeing the good in others.
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A Leo and Scorpio Marriage
What makes this pair most compatible in the long-term is their commitment to supporting one another’s passions and dreams—they're a true power couple! In marriage, both Leo and Scorpio understand the importance of putting their pride aside out of respect for each other and the longevity of their union. The vows they've both have made might as well be tattooed on each other, because if nothing else, they mean it with pure conviction.
As a married couple, both Leo and Scorpio have the flexibility to allow their differences in personalities shine through. It's no longer about one trying to out-lead or out-smart the other. Instead, they practice clear communication on what each other's needs are at the moment. Instead of idolizing each other as their most prized possession, these two see one another on a soul level that no one on the outside can seem to understand.
Leo and Scorpio Communication
These two are very different when it comes to communication. Passionate Leo is outgoing and outspoken—they have no problem sharing their feelings or asking others about theirs. On the other hand, Scorpio has super deep feelings, but tends to hide them away. They're notoriously private, and it takes them a long time to trust someone long enough to open up. Confident Leo can help coax Scorpio out of their shell, but these two will have to practice understanding and compromise.
Leo and Scorpio Compatibility
While these two aren't considered traditionally compatible—they're four signs apart, forming what astrologers call a square aspect—they can actually bring out the best in each other. There's no denying that they're very different, so it all depends on their willingness to work together and learn from each other. Ultimately, if they decide to work through the tension and pursue a relationship of any kind (be it a friendship, sexually, or a marriage), their shared passion and loyalty mean that they can be a great pair.
Amani Richardson is a cosmic enthusiast, with a niche for all things self-care and beauty for Black women. She spends most of her time writing and sharing astrology content with KnowTheZodiac and on her own personal Instagram account. Thanks to her Leo rising and her love for YouTube, you can catch her chatting about the cosmos through various makeup 'Get Ready With Me's.' She believes that astrology is simply a tool for self-awareness and the blueprint to evolving into your highest self— it's a way of life.
Erika W Smith (she/her) is the current Senior Astrology Editor at Cosmopolitan. In her 2+ years at Cosmo, she's worked on everything from editing weekly horoscopes, to reporting on how astrology influences album release dates, to launching The Cosmo Tarot. Before joining Cosmopolitan in 2020, she was a writer and/or editor for Refinery29, HelloGiggles, and BUST magazine. Her book Astrosex: How to Have the Best Sex According to Your Star Sign was published in 2021. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @erikawynn.
