Vol. MMXXVI · No. 125 An almanac of skies, signs & slow weather Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Aquarius

Aquarius

— The Water-Bearer —
January 20 — February 18
Element
Air
Modality
Fixed
Ruler
Uranus
Rules the
ankles, circulation
A future arriving from far off, antennaed and strange. The radio never stops broadcasting.
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Aquarius

Visionary and original, Aquarius thinks beyond convention. Humanitarian at heart, they are driven by ideals of progress, freedom, and collective well-being.

As a Air sign ruled by Uranus, Aquarius brings determination and endurance to everything they pursue. Their fixed quality makes them the sustainers — steady, committed, seeing things through.

Character

At your best when

you see the system, not just the pieces, and rewire it without asking permission.

At your worst when

you theorize your own feelings from a safe conceptual distance.

What you are here to learn

that the particular person in front of you is the revolution.

Compatibility

Eleven affinities, ordered by elemental weather.

Full Aquarius compatibility →

Moon Phases

Eight lunar moods moving through Aquarius's air weather.

All moon phase meanings →
Questions

FAQ

What are the dates for Aquarius?

Aquarius season runs from January 20 – February 18. If you were born near the first or last day of the sign, check your birth year and time because the Sun can change signs at a slightly different hour each year.

What element is Aquarius?

Aquarius is a Air sign. Air signs express energy through ideas, conversation, objectivity, and social exchange.

What planet rules Aquarius?

Aquarius is ruled by Uranus. In astrology, the ruling planet describes the sign's main drive, style, and symbolic motivation.

Who is Aquarius most compatible with?

Aquarius often has strong compatibility with Aries, especially when both people respect each other's element, pace, and emotional needs. Full compatibility also depends on the Moon, Venus, Mars, and rising signs.