Sagittarius traits: the essentials
| Dates | November 22 – December 21 | Symbol | ♐︎ the Archer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Fire | Modality | Mutable |
| Ruling planet | Jupiter | Opposite sign | Gemini |
| Lucky day | Thursday | Colours | purple |
| Tarot card | Temperance | Body (traditional) | hips and thighs |
Sagittarius is the explorer of the zodiac. Ruled by Jupiter, the planet of growth, it seeks freedom, meaning and adventure — through travel, study, philosophy or simply saying yes to life.
As a mutable fire sign, Sagittarius is optimistic, honest and restless. People with strong Sagittarius placements are funny, generous and big-picture thinkers, though they can promise more than they deliver.
Fire signs act on instinct and enthusiasm, and mutable signs adapt, learn and transition — so Sagittarius combines fire energy with a mutable style.
Sagittarius strengths and challenges
Strengths
- Optimistic and upbeat
- Adventurous and curious
- Honest and open-minded
- Funny and generous
- Philosophical
Challenges
- Restlessness
- Bluntness
- Over-promising
- Avoiding commitment
Sagittarius in love
In love, Sagittarius needs a partner in adventure. They're fun, warm and honest, and they want a relationship that feels like freedom rather than a cage. Shared travel, learning and laughter keep them close.
Best matches: Aries, Leo, Libra, Aquarius. Most challenging: Virgo, Pisces. Your opposite sign, Gemini, 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.
Sagittarius compatibility with every sign
| Sign | Relationship | Score | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| ♈︎ Aries | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♉︎ Taurus | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♊︎ Gemini | Opposites | 70% | Magnetic opposites — you complete each other if you meet in the middle. |
| ♋︎ Cancer | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♌︎ Leo | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♍︎ Virgo | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
| ♎︎ Libra | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
| ♏︎ Scorpio | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
| ♐︎ Sagittarius | Same sign | 75% | Mirror match — instant understanding, but you share the same blind spots. |
| ♑︎ Capricorn | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
| ♒︎ Aquarius | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
| ♓︎ Pisces | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
Scores describe the geometric relationship between Sun signs and are for entertainment only.
Sagittarius at work and in career
At work Sagittarius thrives on variety, meaning and room to roam. They're inspiring teachers, salespeople and visionaries who need goals bigger than a spreadsheet.
Careers that often suit Sagittarius:
- Travel and tourism
- Higher education and publishing
- Law and philosophy
- International business
- Coaching and motivational roles
Your Midheaven matters even more than your Sun sign for career — check it with our career chart calculator.
How to get along with a Sagittarius
- Give them freedom
- Plan adventures together
- Appreciate their honesty
- Keep things light and optimistic
Sagittarius horoscope today, this week and this month
Read the Sagittarius horoscope today on PsychicBook, plus the weekly and monthly horoscopes. A Sun-sign horoscope is written for everyone born November 22 – December 21; 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 Sagittarius?
Sagittarius runs from November 22 – December 21. Exact dates shift by a day in some years — use the cusp checker above to confirm.
What are Sagittarius's main traits?
Optimistic and upbeat, adventurous and curious and honest and open-minded; challenges include restlessness and bluntness.
Who is Sagittarius most compatible with?
Traditionally Aries, Leo, Libra, Aquarius — signs of the same or a complementary element.
What is Sagittarius's ruling planet?
Jupiter.
What element is Sagittarius?
Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign.
What tarot card is Sagittarius?
Temperance, in the Golden Dawn tradition.