Aquarius traits: the essentials
| Dates | January 20 – February 18 | Symbol | ♒︎ the Water Bearer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Air | Modality | Fixed |
| Ruling planet | Uranus (traditionally Saturn) | Opposite sign | Leo |
| Lucky day | Saturday | Colours | electric blue |
| Tarot card | The Star | Body (traditional) | ankles and circulation |
Aquarius is the visionary of the zodiac. Ruled by Uranus (traditionally Saturn), it thinks ahead of its time, values independence and cares about the collective — humanity, community and progress.
As a fixed air sign, Aquarius is principled, original and loyal to its ideals. People with strong Aquarius placements are friendly, unconventional and inventive, though they can seem emotionally detached.
Air signs think, talk and connect, and fixed signs sustain, deepen and persevere — so Aquarius combines air energy with a fixed style.
Aquarius strengths and challenges
Strengths
- Original and inventive
- Independent
- Humanitarian and fair
- Loyal friend
- Open-minded
Challenges
- Emotional distance
- Stubbornness about ideas
- Unpredictability
- Rebellion for its own sake
Aquarius in love
Aquarius wants a partner who is also a best friend. They need freedom, intellectual connection and respect for their individuality. Possessiveness or drama pushes them away; shared causes and honest conversation draw them in.
Best matches: Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagittarius. Most challenging: Taurus, Scorpio. Your opposite sign, Leo, often brings strong attraction. Remember that Sun signs are only the start — Moon, Venus and Mars contacts matter more. Compare two full charts with our compatibility calculator.
Aquarius compatibility with every sign
| Sign | Relationship | Score | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| ♈︎ Aries | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
| ♉︎ Taurus | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
| ♊︎ Gemini | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♋︎ Cancer | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♌︎ Leo | Opposites | 70% | Magnetic opposites — you complete each other if you meet in the middle. |
| ♍︎ Virgo | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♎︎ Libra | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♏︎ Scorpio | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
| ♐︎ Sagittarius | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
| ♑︎ Capricorn | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
| ♒︎ Aquarius | Same sign | 75% | Mirror match — instant understanding, but you share the same blind spots. |
| ♓︎ Pisces | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
Scores describe the geometric relationship between Sun signs and are for entertainment only.
Aquarius at work and in career
At work Aquarius shines in innovation, technology and community-focused roles. They're at their best with autonomy and a mission bigger than themselves.
Careers that often suit Aquarius:
- Technology and engineering
- Science and research
- Non-profit and activism
- Design and innovation
- Community management
Your Midheaven matters even more than your Sun sign for career — check it with our career chart calculator.
How to get along with a Aquarius
- Respect their independence
- Engage their ideas
- Be a friend first
- Avoid emotional pressure
Aquarius horoscope today, this week and this month
Read the Aquarius horoscope today on PsychicBook, plus the weekly and monthly horoscopes. A Sun-sign horoscope is written for everyone born January 20 – February 18; for a forecast built on your own chart, try a forecast reading or talk to an astrologer on PsychicBook.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dates for Aquarius?
Aquarius runs from January 20 – February 18. Exact dates shift by a day in some years — use the cusp checker above to confirm.
What are Aquarius's main traits?
Original and inventive, independent and humanitarian and fair; challenges include emotional distance and stubbornness about ideas.
Who is Aquarius most compatible with?
Traditionally Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagittarius — signs of the same or a complementary element.
What is Aquarius's ruling planet?
Uranus (traditionally Saturn).
What element is Aquarius?
Aquarius is a fixed air sign.
What tarot card is Aquarius?
The Star, in the Golden Dawn tradition.