Libra and Scorpio Compatibility

Libra and Scorpio are a mixed match in traditional astrology: an air sign and a water sign, neighbouring signs (semi-sextile).

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Neighbouring signs see the world differently, so the attraction takes work to grow.

Libra and Scorpio in love

Air thinks and water feels, so this pair must learn each other’s language.

Libra is in love with partnership itself: charming, fair-minded and romantic, looking for balance, beauty and harmony. Scorpio loves intensely and all-in: deeply loyal and passionate, but slow to trust and quick to sense anything hidden.

As friends

Air lightens water’s moods; water teaches air about emotions.

At work

Creative together when air explains and water senses what people need. One starts things (cardinal) and one sees them through (fixed): a good division of labour if neither tries to rule.

Strengths and watch-outs

  • Best together: imagination and empathy.
  • Libra brings: diplomatic, fair and sociable. Scorpio brings: passionate, loyal and determined.
  • Watch out for: air can seem cool, water can seem moody.

Libra and Scorpio at a glance

Detail♎︎ Libra♏︎ Scorpio
DatesSeptember 23 – October 22October 23 – November 21
ElementAirWater
QualityCardinalFixed
Ruling planetVenusPluto (traditionally Mars)
Traitsfair, sociable and diplomaticintense, determined and private

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Result

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Frequently asked questions

Are Libra and Scorpio compatible?

Libra and Scorpio are a mixed match in traditional astrology – an air sign and a water sign, neighbouring signs (semi-sextile). Neighbouring signs see the world differently, so the attraction takes work to grow.

What do Libra and Scorpio have in common?

Their best shared quality is imagination and empathy. One starts things (cardinal) and one sees them through (fixed): a good division of labour if neither tries to rule.

What should Libra and Scorpio watch out for?

Air can seem cool, water can seem moody.

What is the best match for Libra?

Traditionally the other air signs, four places away on the zodiac wheel. See every Libra match ranked below.

Astrology is a tradition rather than a science – any two signs can make a happy couple. More about each sign: Libra and Scorpio.