Monkey Years and Elements
You're a Monkey if you were born between these dates (Lunar New Year to the day before the next):
| Year | Element | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | Water Monkey | Feb 6, 1932 | Jan 25, 1933 |
| 1944 | Wood Monkey | Jan 25, 1944 | Feb 12, 1945 |
| 1956 | Fire Monkey | Feb 12, 1956 | Jan 30, 1957 |
| 1968 | Earth Monkey | Jan 30, 1968 | Feb 16, 1969 |
| 1980 | Metal Monkey | Feb 16, 1980 | Feb 4, 1981 |
| 1992 | Water Monkey | Feb 4, 1992 | Jan 22, 1993 |
| 2004 | Wood Monkey | Jan 22, 2004 | Feb 8, 2005 |
| 2016 | Fire Monkey | Feb 8, 2016 | Jan 27, 2017 |
| 2028 | Earth Monkey | Jan 26, 2028 | Feb 12, 2029 |
| 2040 | Metal Monkey | Feb 12, 2040 | Jan 31, 2041 |
Monkey Personality
The Monkey is witty, curious and inventive — a brilliant problem-solver who loves a challenge.
Keywords: clever, playful, inventive.
Strengths
- Clever
- Versatile
- Funny
Weaknesses
- Restless
- Mischievous
- Easily bored
Monkey in Love
Monkeys are playful, curious partners who need mental stimulation.
Monkey Compatibility
Monkey Careers
Good fields for the Monkey: Technology, entertainment, trading, science and journalism.
Monkey in 2027
Neutral to steady. 2027 is a steady year for you: progress comes through consistent effort, kindness and creativity — the Goat's gentle themes.
See the full 2027 Fire Goat forecast.
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Questions & Answers
What years are the Year of the Monkey?
1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028, 2040 (check the Lunar New Year date if you were born in January or February).
Who is the Monkey compatible with?
Rat, Dragon (trine) and Snake (secret friend).
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