Cancer
June 21 - July 22
Water
Cardinal
Ruled by Moon
About Cancer
Cancer is the fourth sign of the zodiac, representing home, family, and emotional security.
Start Date
June 21
End Date
July 22
Symbol
Crab
Element
Water
Modality
Cardinal
Ruler
Moon
Personality Traits
Loyal, emotional, sympathetic, intuitive, protective, moody, pessimistic, clingy
Strengths
Loyalty, intuition, empathy, nurturing, protective instincts
Weaknesses
Moodiness, pessimism, clinginess, over-sensitivity, manipulation
Love & Relationships
Cancer is deeply emotional in love and seeks security and family commitment.
Career & Money
Thrives in caring professions and roles that allow them to nurture others.
Compatibility
Best with Scorpio, Pisces, Taurus, Virgo
Mythology
The myth of the crab helping Hydra represents Cancer's protective and helpful nature.
Lucky Elements
Colors
White, Silver, Pearl
Stones
Pearl, Moonstone, Emerald
Numbers
2, 7, 11, 16, 20, 25
Day
Monday
