| Dates | October 23 – November 21 |
|---|---|
| Symbol | ♏︎ The Scorpion |
| Element | Water |
| Quality | Fixed |
| Ruling planet | Pluto (traditionally Mars) |
| Opposite sign | Taurus |
Scorpio traits
Scorpio is usually described as intense, determined and private. At their best, people born under Scorpio are passionate, loyal and determined; on a bad day they can be jealous, secretive and resentful.
Scorpio in love
Scorpio loves intensely and all-in: deeply loyal and passionate, but slow to trust and quick to sense anything hidden.
Scorpio compatibility with every sign
| Match | Rating | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Scorpio and Cancer | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Four signs apart (trine) |
| Scorpio and Pisces | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Four signs apart (trine) |
| Scorpio and Virgo | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Two signs apart (sextile) |
| Scorpio and Scorpio | ♥♥♥♥♥ | The same sign |
| Scorpio and Capricorn | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Two signs apart (sextile) |
| Scorpio and Taurus | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Opposite signs |
| Scorpio and Aries | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Five signs apart (quincunx) |
| Scorpio and Gemini | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Five signs apart (quincunx) |
| Scorpio and Leo | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Three signs apart (square) |
| Scorpio and Libra | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Neighbouring signs (semi-sextile) |
| Scorpio and Sagittarius | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Neighbouring signs (semi-sextile) |
| Scorpio and Aquarius | ♥♥♥♥♥ | Three signs apart (square) |
Frequently asked questions
What are the dates for Scorpio?
People born from October 23 – November 21 are Scorpio. The Sun’s exact change of sign moves by a day or so between years, so birthdays on the first or last day may belong to the neighbouring sign.
What element is Scorpio?
Scorpio is a water sign with a fixed quality, ruled by Pluto (traditionally Mars).
Who is Scorpio most compatible with?
Traditionally Cancer, Pisces, Virgo and Capricorn. See every match ranked below.
What is the opposite sign of Scorpio?
Taurus – opposite signs are said to attract and balance each other.
Not sure of your sign? Use the Zodiac Sign Calculator with your date of birth. Neighbouring signs: Libra and Sagittarius. Astrology is a tradition rather than a science – enjoy it for fun.