Sign 04 · Western tropical zodiac
Cancer
June 21 - July 22
Cancer in the Western tropical zodiac: conventional June 21 - July 22 range, Water element, Cardinal 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
Cancer at a glance
- Conventional dates
- June 21 - July 22
- Element
- Water
- Modality
- Cardinal
- Ruling planet
- Moon
Astrological profile
How tradition describes Cancer
Cancer is the nurturer of the zodiac. Those born under this sign are deeply connected to home and family. They're highly intuitive and emotional, often picking up on others' feelings. Cancer individuals are protective of their loved ones and will go to great lengths to ensure their comfort and security.
Common themes
Deeply caring · Intuitive · Loyal · Protective of loved ones · Imaginative
Common cautions
Moody · Clingy · Overly sensitive · Pessimistic · Manipulative when hurt
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
- 2 · 3 · 15 · 20
- Traditional colors
- White · Silver · Sea Green
- Traditional day
- Monday
- Associated symbols
- Ruby · Larkspur
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 Cancer with the following fields. Career fit depends on a person's skills, interests, access, and circumstances—not a zodiac sign.