Sagittarius Facts
| Dates | November 22 – December 21 |
| Symbol | The Archer |
| Element | Fire |
| Modality | Mutable |
| Ruling planet | Jupiter |
| Body | Hips and thighs |
| Keywords | adventurous, optimistic, philosophical |
| Opposite sign | Gemini |
Sagittarius Personality Traits
Sagittarius is the zodiac's explorer: free-spirited, funny and always aiming at the horizon. Sagittarius seeks meaning through travel, learning and experience.
Sagittarius needs freedom, adventure and honesty, and is turned off by clinginess, routine and narrow minds.
Strengths
- Optimistic
- Honest and funny
- Open-minded
- Adventurous
Weaknesses
- Restless
- Tactless
- Commitment-shy
Sagittarius in Love
Sagittarius loves freely and generously. They need a partner who is also a travel companion — curious, independent and up for growth.
Sagittarius as a Friend
As a friend Sagittarius is the one who plans the road trip, tells the best stories and always sees the bright side.
Sagittarius Career
Sagittarius thrives in travel, teaching, publishing, philosophy, law, sport and entrepreneurial ventures.
Sagittarius Compatibility
Best matches for Sagittarius: Leo (90%), Aries (90%), Libra (86%). More challenging: Pisces (54%), Cancer (51%).
- Sagittarius and Aries
- Sagittarius and Taurus
- Sagittarius and Gemini
- Sagittarius and Cancer
- Sagittarius and Leo
- Sagittarius and Virgo
- Sagittarius and Libra
- Sagittarius and Scorpio
- Sagittarius and Sagittarius
- Sagittarius and Capricorn
- Sagittarius and Aquarius
- Sagittarius and Pisces
Exact Sagittarius Dates
Between 1950 and 2030 the Sun entered Sagittarius as early as November 21 (e.g. 2000, 2004, 2008, 2012) and as late as November 23 (e.g. 1951, 1955, 1959, 1963), in Universal Time. Born on the first or last day of Sagittarius? Check with the sign finder on the zodiac signs page or read about cusps.
Planets in Sagittarius
Having the Moon, Venus or Mars in Sagittarius adds Sagittarius qualities to that part of you:
- Moon in Sagittarius — emotions and inner needs
- Mercury in Sagittarius — mind and communication
- Venus in Sagittarius — love, beauty and values
- Mars in Sagittarius — drive, desire and courage
- Jupiter in Sagittarius — growth, luck and wisdom
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Sagittarius Horoscope
November 22 – December 21
♌♐Leo & Sagittarius
90% · natural harmony
♑Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Questions & Answers
What are Sagittarius's best traits?
Optimistic, Honest and funny, Open-minded, Adventurous.
Who is Sagittarius most compatible with?
Based on sign angles and elements: Leo, Aries, Libra.
What are the dates for Sagittarius?
November 22 – December 21; the exact start varies by a day depending on the year.
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