Astrid
Scorpio constellation
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Scorpio

The one who goes deep

Dates
October 23 to November 21
Element
Water
Mode
Fixed
Ruled by
Pluto

The sky right now

It's Scorpio season

The Sun is in Scorpio for about 11 more days, until around November 22.

In Scorpio right now: Sun, Mercury.

In short

Scorpio is the eighth sign of the zodiac, for birthdays from October 23 to November 21: a fixed water sign ruled by Pluto, symbolized by the Scorpion. Scorpio wants the truth, all of it. It usually gets along most easily with Cancer, Pisces and Virgo.

Dates
October 23 to November 21
Element
Water
Mode
Fixed
Ruling planet
Pluto
Symbol
The Scorpion
Opposite sign
Taurus

What is Scorpio like?

Scorpio wants the truth, all of it. A Scorpio Sun is intense, loyal and perceptive, and it would rather have one real connection than a hundred easy ones.

The gift is transformation: Scorpio can rebuild itself from anything. The lesson is trust, letting people in before they have proven everything.

LoyalPerceptiveDeterminedMagnetic

In love

All or nothing. Needs honesty and depth, and gives total devotion.

At work

Research, psychology, finance, crisis work: wherever depth beats surface.

Scorpio as your Sun, Moon or Rising

The same sign feels different in each place of your chart.

Sun in Scorpio

With the Sun in Scorpio, you tend to live life with intensity and a quiet purpose. You rarely show all your cards, preferring to observe, dig beneath the surface, and get to the heart of any matter. Loyalty runs deep for you, and you expect the same in return. You might feel things more sharply than others, and you don't shy away from difficult truths. Your presence can be magnetic, drawing others to your focus and depth.

Moon in Scorpio

If your Moon is in Scorpio, emotional security means having trust and deep bonds. You need to feel that others are genuine and loyal before you open up. Surface-level interactions often leave you unsatisfied. You find comfort in privacy, close connections, and uncovering hidden meanings. When hurt, you may withdraw to heal in solitude. Your emotional world is powerful and intense, and you crave authenticity and emotional honesty above all.

Rising in Scorpio

With Scorpio rising, you meet the world with a watchful, controlled energy. First impressions of you are often of someone private yet compelling. You might have a penetrating gaze or an air of mystery, and people sense you are not easily fooled. You approach new situations cautiously, sizing up the room before revealing much about yourself. Your strength and resolve are apparent, and you leave others curious about your true nature.

Find your Moon and Rising

Who is Scorpio most compatible with?

A general tendency between Sun signs, from where the two signs sit on the wheel. Your Moons and your Venus decide much more.

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Which famous people are Scorpio?

All born with the Sun in Scorpio.

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Planets in Scorpio

Even if your Sun is elsewhere, one of these may be in Scorpio.

Mercury in Scorpio How you think and talk Read Venus in Scorpio How you love Read Mars in Scorpio How you go after what you want Read

Symbol, myth and facts

Symbol
The Scorpion
The glyph
An M with the scorpion's raised stinger
Ruling planet
Pluto
House
8th, intimacy, shared resources and change
Opposite sign
Taurus
Element and mode
Water, fixed
Traditionally linked to
The pelvis

The myth

Scorpio's myth is the tale of the scorpion that stung Orion, the great hunter. To keep peace, the gods placed them on opposite sides of the sky, so they never meet. This speaks to your sign's power: intense, sometimes unseen, and transformative. Like the scorpion, you know when to defend your boundaries and when to retreat, holding your ground with quiet, enduring strength.

Questions about Scorpio

What are the dates for Scorpio?

The Sun usually enters Scorpio around October 23 and leaves around November 21. If you were born on the cusp, right at the beginning or end of these dates, the exact date can change slightly depending on the year and time zone.

What is Scorpio like in love?

In love, you seek depth, trust, and loyalty. You are drawn to intense connections and may take time to open up. Once committed, you are passionate and protective, valuing honesty and shared secrets. Superficial relationships rarely satisfy you.

Who is Scorpio compatible with?

I find that Scorpio often connects well with other Water signs (Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio) and Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn). These signs can match your emotional intensity or provide grounding. Still, every connection is unique and goes beyond Sun sign alone.

What are Scorpio's weaknesses?

Scorpio's strengths can also be challenges. You might hold onto grudges or become overly guarded. Sometimes, your need for privacy or control can push others away. Learning to trust and let go can feel difficult but rewarding for you.

What is Scorpio season?

Scorpio season is when the Sun travels through Scorpio, usually from late October to late November. This time feels more intense and introspective. I notice people tend to focus on transformation, honesty, and facing what lies beneath the surface during these weeks.

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