What are the dates of each zodiac sign?

Many people know their zodiac sign, but few are aware of the exact date ranges that define each one. The zodiac is a symbolic wheel of twelve signs, each associated with a particular segment of the year and ruled by a unique set of qualities. If you were born near the beginning or end of a zodiac sign, you might even feel caught between two signs. Let’s explore the traditional date ranges of each zodiac sign and what they represent.

Aries: March 21 – April 19

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and is ruled by Mars. It represents energy, action, and bold beginnings. People born under this sign are often described as dynamic, courageous, and eager to take the lead.

Taurus: April 20 – May 20

Taurus, ruled by Venus, brings grounding, patience, and a love for comfort and beauty. Taureans are known for being loyal, steady, and practical, with a strong connection to nature and physical pleasures.

Gemini: May 21 – June 20

Gemini is ruled by Mercury and represents communication, curiosity, and mental agility. Those born under this sign are often witty, sociable, and always seeking new information and experiences.

Cancer: June 21 – July 22

Cancer is a water sign ruled by the Moon. It symbolizes emotion, intuition, and nurturing. Cancerians are deeply connected to home, family, and emotional memory.

Leo: July 23 – August 22

Leo, ruled by the Sun, stands for confidence, creativity, and leadership. Leos often shine in social settings and love to express themselves with flair and warmth.

Virgo: August 23 – September 22

Virgo is an earth sign ruled by Mercury. It is associated with analysis, detail, and service. People born under Virgo are often thoughtful, organized, and skilled in practical matters.

Libra: September 23 – October 22

Libra is ruled by Venus and is a sign of balance, beauty, and partnership. Librans are diplomatic, fair-minded, and have a strong sense of aesthetics and social harmony.

Scorpio: October 23 – November 21

Scorpio is a water sign ruled by Pluto (and traditionally Mars). It represents depth, intensity, and transformation. Scorpios are known for their emotional power, passion, and determination.

Sagittarius: November 22 – December 21

Sagittarius, ruled by Jupiter, is the sign of expansion, freedom, and philosophy. Sagittarians are adventurous, optimistic, and often drawn to travel, learning, and big ideas.

Capricorn: December 22 – January 19

Capricorn is an earth sign ruled by Saturn. It symbolizes ambition, structure, and long-term goals. Capricorns are typically disciplined, responsible, and focused on building lasting success.

Aquarius: January 20 – February 18

Aquarius, ruled by Uranus, stands for innovation, originality, and humanitarian ideals. Aquarians are independent thinkers with a strong desire to create change and challenge traditions.

Pisces: February 19 – March 20

Pisces is ruled by Neptune and is the final sign of the zodiac. It represents intuition, dreams, and compassion. Pisceans are imaginative, sensitive, and often drawn to the spiritual or artistic realms.

Why knowing your sign isn’t always enough

While these dates give a general idea of your Sun sign, they don’t tell the whole story. If you were born on the cusp—the first or last day of a sign—only a precise natal chart can determine your actual zodiac sign. Even more importantly, your full astrological personality includes many other planets and their positions.

To truly understand your inner world, strengths, and challenges, you need a personal birth chart based on your exact date, time, and place of birth. This chart shows the position of the planets in the signs and houses at the moment you were born. It reveals your natural talents, emotional tendencies, hidden fears, and life lessons, helping you grow and evolve with clarity and purpose.

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