12 Horoscope zodiac signs dates and details

Don't know your zodiac sign, or just want to learn more? You've come to the right place.

Astrologists believe your zodiac sign exposes a lot about your personality and temper, as well as how you express yourself. Even though astrology (the study of life and humans through celestial objects) can trace its roots back over a few millennia, astrology symbols aren't considered a scientific field today. Still, you can't escape the presence of astrology signs in our culture. From the monthly horoscope readings in your favorite magazine, to references on television and in music, zodiac symbols are everywhere.

What Are Zodiac Symbols?

Before we can understand what zodiac symbols are, we have to know what the zodiac is.

The "zodiac" is an imaginary band of the sky that extends about 8° each way on the elliptic, or, on the sun's path through Earth's sky over the course of a year. Each sign takes up about 30° of latitude in the sky and correlates to a constellation. The sun, moon, constellations and other planets are all visible in the zodiac. However, most of the time when people think of a zodiac, they think of either the constellations or their symbols.

 

The zodiac is divided into 12 signs. The zodiac sign symbols each cover roughly the equivalent of a month's time. But unlike our calendar months, time for zodiac signs is calculated differently. This is because Western astrologists calculate the first sign based off the Northern hemisphere's vernal equinox (spring), which happens around March 21st every year. From there, the zodiac signs dates were set based off the dates of the sun's passage through the respective constellations during Ancient Greek times.

Here are the correct dates for the star signs:

1. Aries (March 21-April 19)
2. Taurus (April 20-May 20)
3. Gemini (May 21-June 20)
4. Cancer (June 21-July 22)
5. Leo (July 23-August 22)
6. Virgo (August 23-September 22)
7. Libra (September 23-October 22)
8. Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
9. Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
10. Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
11. Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
12. Pisces (February 19-March 20)

1: Aries (March 21-April 19)

Aries is the first of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the ram. If born under this sign, you're considered to be adventurous, dynamic, ambitious and competitive. Aries are known for their quickness and leadership qualities, as well as a tendency to be impulsive (blame the "fire" element) and blunt.

2: Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Taurus is the second of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, Taurus. If born under this sign, you're considered to be dedicated, dependable, focused and creative. Taurus’s are known for being intelligent and trustworthy, as well as stubborn (the sign is a bull, after all). Taurus’s love to seek out pleasure and can be known to question authority.

3: Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Gemini is the third of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation Gemini, which is made up of the Dioscuri—the twins, Castor and Pollex. If born under this sign, you're considered to be energetic, expressive, intelligent and playful. Gemini are known for their outgoing nature and varied interests, but they have earned a (likely misplaced) reputation for being two-faced.

4: Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Cancer is the fourth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, Cancer, which is most often depicted as a crab. If born under this sign, you're considered to be bold, compassionate, protective and intuitive. Cancers are known for their care-giving nature, as well as a tendency to be distant and passive-aggressive.

5: Leo (July 23-August 22)

Leo is the fifth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the lion. If born under this sign, you're considered to be vivacious, outgoing and fiery. Leos are known for their warm nature and high self-esteem, but they can have a tendency to be proud or jealous.

6: Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Virgo is the sixth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the maiden. If born under this sign, you're considered to be practical, analytical and sophisticated. Virgos are known for their kindness and attention to detail, but they can have a tendency to be shy and have unfairly high standards for themselves and their loved ones.

7: Libra (September 23-October 22)

Libra is the seventh of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the only inanimate constellation, the scales. If born under this sign, you're considered to be balanced, social and diplomatic. Libras are known for their selfless nature and companionship, but they can have a tendency to be too pragmatic and insecure.

8: Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Scorpio is the eighth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the scorpion. If born under this sign, you're considered to be loyal, resourceful and focused. Scorpios are known for their bravery and trailblazing nature, but they can appear prickly and closed off to strangers.

9: Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Sagittarius is the ninth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the archer. If born under this sign, you're considered to be optimistic, independent and intellectual. Sagittarius’s are known for being magnetic and generous, but they can have a tendency to be arrogant and too direct.

10: Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Capricorn is the tenth of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the sea goat. If born under this sign, you're considered to be patient, hardworking and disciplined. Capricorns are known for their tenacity and preference for boundaries and rules, but they can have a tendency to be stubborn and too focused on perfection.

11: Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Aquarius is the eleventh of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the water bearer. If born under this sign, you're considered to be innovative, loyal and original. Aquarius’s are known for their creativity and rebellious nature, but they can have a tendency to be aloof with loved ones and uncompromising.

12: Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Pisces is the final of the twelve zodiac signs and is represented by the constellation, the fishes. If born under this sign, you're considered to be intuitive, creative and empathetic. Pisces are known for their compassion and artistic nature, but they can have a tendency to be too sensitive or delusional.