With the Sun in Aries you are built to begin. You feel most alive at the start of things, when there is a challenge to meet and a first step to take. You are direct, brave and quick to act, and you would rather try and fail than wait and wonder.
The Sun is in Aries for people born roughly 21 March – 19 April. The exact dates shift by a day from year to year, so check your birth time if you were born near the change.
What are the strengths of Sun in Aries?
- Courage under pressure
- Honest, direct speech
- Energy that gets others moving
- Quick recovery from setbacks
What are the challenges of Sun in Aries?
- Impatience with slow processes
- Acting before thinking it through
- Losing interest once the thrill fades
What is Sun in Aries like at work?
You do your best work where speed and initiative are rewarded: launching projects, leading teams through change, solving problems nobody else wants to touch. Routine drains you, so look for roles with new goals to chase.
What is Sun in Aries like in love?
In love you are warm, open and eager. You like to pursue, and you respect a partner who can match your spirit and tell you the truth. Learning to slow down and listen turns your passion into lasting closeness.
What are the key facts about Aries?
| Symbol | The Ram |
|---|---|
| Element | Fire |
| Mode | Cardinal |
| Ruler | Mars |
| Polarity | Active (yang) |
| Opposite sign | Libra |
| Body | Head and face |
| Gemstone | Diamond |
| Colour | Red |
How do you find your Sun sign?
Enter your birth date, time and city in the free birth chart calculator. Your Sun sign needs only your birth date, unless you were born near the change of sign. See do you need your exact birth time?