How Western astrology works
Western astrology divides the year into 12 zodiac signs, each tied to a date range based on the Sun's position relative to the constellations. Just enter your birth date to find your sun sign.
Date table by sign
| Sign | Period | Element |
|---|---|---|
| Capricorn | Dec 22 – Jan 19 | Earth |
| Aquarius | Jan 20 – Feb 18 | Air |
| Pisces | Feb 19 – Mar 20 | Water |
| Aries | Mar 21 – Apr 19 | Fire |
| Taurus | Apr 20 – May 20 | Earth |
| Gemini | May 21 – Jun 20 | Air |
| Cancer | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Water |
| Leo | Jul 23 – Aug 22 | Fire |
| Virgo | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Earth |
| Libra | Sep 23 – Oct 22 | Air |
| Scorpio | Oct 23 – Nov 21 | Water |
| Sagittarius | Nov 22 – Dec 21 | Fire |
The four elements
Every sign belongs to one of the four classical elements — Fire, Earth, Air or Water — which, in astrological tradition, represent different temperaments and ways of acting in the world.
Frequently asked questions
What if I was born exactly on a sign changeover day?
Transition dates can shift by up to a day depending on the year, due to calendar adjustments — if you are right on the boundary, it is worth considering both neighboring signs.
What does my sign's element mean?
In astrological tradition, each element (Fire, Earth, Air, Water) represents a set of traits associated with the signs in that group.
Does this calculator use Western or Chinese astrology?
It uses Western (tropical) astrology, based on birth dates in the solar calendar — unlike the Chinese zodiac, which is based on the year of birth.
How many signs are there in total?
Twelve, each corresponding to roughly one month of the solar calendar.