With the Sun in Capricorn you are ambitious, disciplined and patient. You think in years, not days, and you are willing to climb slowly to reach the top. Responsibility comes naturally to you, and others trust you to deliver.
The Sun is in Capricorn for people born roughly 22 December – 19 January. 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 Capricorn?
- Discipline and stamina
- Practical, long-term planning
- Reliability under pressure
- A dry, wise wit
What are the challenges of Sun in Capricorn?
- Working too hard to rest
- Being cautious to the point of rigidity
- Hiding feelings behind duty
What is Sun in Capricorn like at work?
You excel where structure and results are valued: management, business, finance, government, engineering or any field where you can build authority over time. You are often the steady hand at the top.
What is Sun in Capricorn like in love?
In love you are loyal, protective and serious about commitment. You may take time to open up, but your care shows in what you do. Making room for play softens your strength into closeness.
What are the key facts about Capricorn?
| Symbol | The Sea-Goat |
|---|---|
| Element | Earth |
| Mode | Cardinal |
| Ruler | Saturn |
| Polarity | Receptive (yin) |
| Opposite sign | Cancer |
| Body | Knees, bones and skin |
| Gemstone | Garnet |
| Colour | Charcoal and brown |
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?