Sign 11 · Western tropical zodiac
Aquarius
January 20 - February 18
Aquarius in the Western tropical zodiac: conventional January 20 - February 18 range, Air element, Fixed modality, and clearly labeled astrological interpretations.
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Astrology note: Date range, element, modality, and ruling planet describe a conventional astrological system. Personality, luck, compatibility, and career material below are interpretations—not scientific findings or predictions.
Immediate answer
Aquarius at a glance
- Conventional dates
- January 20 - February 18
- Element
- Air
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruling planet
- Uranus (traditional: Saturn)
Astrological profile
How tradition describes Aquarius
Aquarius is the visionary of the zodiac. Those born under this sign are progressive, original, and independent thinkers who care deeply about humanitarian causes. Aquarians march to the beat of their own drum and value their individuality. They're often ahead of their time.
Common themes
Innovative thinker · Humanitarian · Independent · Intellectual · Progressive
Common cautions
Emotionally detached · Unpredictable · Stubborn · Aloof · Extremist
Astrological interpretation
Compatibility themes
Astrologers compare elements and other chart placements. This simplified sun-sign list is for exploring the tradition, not assessing a relationship.
Traditional associations
Colors, numbers, day, and symbols
- Traditional numbers
- 4 · 7 · 11 · 22 · 29
- Traditional colors
- Blue · Turquoise · Silver · Electric Blue
- Traditional day
- Saturday
- Associated symbols
- Amethyst · Violet
Interpretation label: “Lucky” associations are traditional correspondences. They do not change probability or predict outcomes.
Astrological interpretation
Career themes in sign guides
Popular astrology often connects Aquarius with the following fields. Career fit depends on a person's skills, interests, access, and circumstances—not a zodiac sign.