Virgo & Aquarius Compatibility
This pairing thrives on understanding, patience, and a willingness to embrace each other's unique qualities.
✦Reviewed by the CosmyDay Astrology Team
Overall Compatibility
45%
Love
55%
Friendship
65%
Work
Virgo & Aquarius: Astrological Fast Facts
- Virgo
- Aug 23 – Sep 22 · Earth · Mutable · ruled by Mercury
- Aquarius
- Jan 20 – Feb 18 · Air · Fixed · ruled by Saturn
- Zodiacal aspect
- Quincunx (150°)
- Elements
- Earth + Air — contrasting elements with different core needs; harmony comes through effort.
- Modalities
- Mutable + Fixed — different rhythms that can balance each other well.
- Polarity
- Opposite polarity (one Yang, one Yin) — the classic active/receptive attraction.
- Rank for each sign
- #9 of 12 for Virgo · #8 of 12 for Aquarius
In astrology, Virgo and Aquarius sit in a quincunx to each other — an awkward angle — very different natures that call for adjustment and acceptance.
Are you sure you are Virgo and Aquarius?
Sun-sign dates shift by a day or two from year to year, so the ranges printed on most sites — including the conventional Aug 23 – Sep 22 in the summary above — are a rounded average, not the real boundary. Virgo season has begun on 2 different calendar days since 1930, and the Sun last actually entered Virgo on the conventional date in 2023. If either birthday falls near a boundary, check the exact year below — and if it is the boundary day itself, the free birth chart settles it to the minute.
| Year | Virgo season | Aquarius season |
|---|---|---|
| 2030 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2029 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2028 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2027 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2026 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2025 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2024 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2023 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2022 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2021 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2020 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2019 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2018 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2017 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2016 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 2015 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2014 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2013 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2012 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 2011 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2010 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2009 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2008 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 2007 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2006 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2005 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2004 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 2003 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2002 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 2001 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 2000 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1999 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1998 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1997 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1996 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1995 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1994 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1993 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1992 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1991 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1990 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1989 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1988 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1987 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1986 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1985 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1984 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1983 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1982 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1981 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1980 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1979 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1978 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1977 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1976 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1975 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1974 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1973 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 19 – Feb 18 |
| 1972 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1971 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1970 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1969 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1968 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1967 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1966 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1965 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1964 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1963 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1962 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1961 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1960 | Aug 22 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1959 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1958 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1957 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1956 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1955 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1954 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1953 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1952 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1951 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1950 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1949 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1948 | Aug 23 – Sep 22 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1947 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1946 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1945 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1944 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 21 – Feb 19 |
| 1943 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1942 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1941 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1940 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1939 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1938 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1937 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1936 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 21 – Feb 19 |
| 1935 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1934 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1933 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 18 |
| 1932 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 21 – Feb 19 |
| 1931 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
| 1930 | Aug 23 – Sep 23 | Jan 20 – Feb 19 |
Computed with the Swiss Ephemeris, bisected to the minute and shown in US Eastern time. A season ends the moment the next one begins. Every upcoming sign change is in the zodiac seasons calendar.
Overview
Virgo and Aquarius is a pairing that requires effort, but can be rewarding if both partners are willing to compromise. While their approaches to life differ significantly, a shared respect for intelligence and a desire for growth can help them navigate their differences. They'll need patience and understanding to build a lasting connection.
Love & Romance
Romantically, Virgo's practical nature clashes with Aquarius's free-spiritedness. Virgo seeks stability and routine, while Aquarius craves independence and change. The attraction might stem from intellectual stimulation, but Virgo's need for emotional connection can feel stifling to Aquarius. Finding common ground in shared values and open communication is key to building a strong romantic bond.
Friendship
As friends, Virgo and Aquarius can enjoy stimulating conversations and intellectual pursuits. Virgo appreciates Aquarius's innovative ideas, while Aquarius values Virgo's grounded perspective. However, Virgo's critical tendencies can irritate the independent Aquarius, and Aquarius's detachment may leave Virgo feeling unappreciated. Mutual respect and understanding are crucial for a lasting friendship.
Work & Collaboration
In a professional setting, Virgo and Aquarius can be a productive team. Virgo's attention to detail complements Aquarius's big-picture thinking. They can collaborate effectively if Virgo focuses on organization and Aquarius on brainstorming. Challenges arise when Virgo's perfectionism clashes with Aquarius's unconventional methods. Clear communication and defined roles will help them succeed.
Tips for This Pairing
- ✓Communicate openly and honestly about your needs.
- ✓Embrace each other's differences and celebrate them.
- ✓Find common ground in shared intellectual interests.
- ✓Learn to compromise and meet each other halfway.
- ✓Focus on building trust and mutual respect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Virgo and Aquarius score 55% overall — 45% in love, 55% in friendship and 65% at work. The two signs sit 150° apart on the zodiac wheel, a quincunx: an awkward angle — very different natures that call for adjustment and acceptance. Of the twelve signs Virgo can pair with, Aquarius ranks #9.
Virgo scores highest with Capricorn (88%), Taurus (88%), Virgo (82%). The most challenging pairing is Sagittarius (53%). Aquarius sits at #9 of 12.
Aquarius scores highest with Gemini (85%), Libra (85%), Sagittarius (78%). The most challenging pairing is Cancer (48%). Virgo sits at #8 of 12.
Virgo is Mutable and Aquarius is Fixed, so they start, sustain and change direction on different timetables. On the elements: Earth + Air — contrasting elements with different core needs; harmony comes through effort. Virgo is ruled by Mercury and Aquarius by Saturn, which is where their instincts about safety and risk diverge. Their lowest score is 45%, so that is the area to work on deliberately.
Their friendship score (55%) is at or above their love score (45%), which usually means the bond outlasts the initial spark — these two tend to do better as it settles. Opposite polarity (one Yang, one Yin) — the classic active/receptive attraction. Sun signs describe roughly a twelfth of a chart, though — Moon, Venus and Mars placements decide far more of how a real relationship runs.
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