Astrology · sign 11 of 12

Aquarius

Aquarius represents innovation, humanity and originality. It's associated with a vision of the future, independence and progressive thinking.

Dates
January 20 – February 18
Element
Air
Modality
Fixed
Ruler
Uranus (modern) / Saturn (traditional)
On the zodiac wheel, in black: Aquarius.
The red triangle links the three Air signs: Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. They share a temperament.
The dotted line crosses to its opposite: Leo. What one has in excess, the other lacks.
AriesTaurusGeminiCancerLeoVirgoLibraScorpioSagittariusCapricornAquariusPisces

History

Aquarius in the sky and in tradition

The Babylonians associated this area with the Water Pourer. The Greeks linked it to Ganymede. Modern astrology added Uranus as its ruler.

Traits

How it shows up

Strengths

  • Innovation
  • Originality
  • Humanitarianism
  • Independence
  • Vision of the future

Challenges

  • Emotional detachment
  • Rebelliousness
  • Unpredictability
  • Ideological rigidity
  • Isolation

Compatibilities

Aquarius with the other signs

Classical astrology looks at the element, the modality and the distance on the wheel. Tap a pair to read it in full.

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Keep in mind

There's no evidence that date of birth determines innovation or a vision of the future.

Astrology is a belief system with more than 4,000 years of history. Molino uses it as a tool for reflection and self-knowledge. Astrological interpretations don't constitute scientific evidence, predictions or diagnoses. Modern astronomy has shown that the positions of the stars have no verifiable influence on personality or destiny.