Cancer & Libra Compatibility
Cancer and Libra can work, but it takes conscious effort to navigate their differences and build a strong bond.
✦Reviewed by the CosmyDay Astrology Team
Overall Compatibility
45%
Love
50%
Friendship
55%
Work
Cancer & Libra: Astrological Fast Facts
- Cancer
- Jun 21 – Jul 22 · Water · Cardinal · ruled by Moon
- Libra
- Sep 23 – Oct 22 · Air · Cardinal · ruled by Venus
- Zodiacal aspect
- Square (90°)
- Elements
- Water + Air — contrasting elements with different core needs; harmony comes through effort.
- Modalities
- Both Cardinal — a similar pace and approach, which can mean deep rapport or a contest of wills.
- Polarity
- Opposite polarity (one Yang, one Yin) — the classic active/receptive attraction.
- Rank for each sign
- #10 of 12 for Cancer · #12 of 12 for Libra
In astrology, Cancer and Libra sit in a square to each other — a dynamic, tense angle — friction that often sparks strong attraction and mutual growth.
Are you sure you are Cancer and Libra?
Sun-sign dates shift by a day or two from year to year, so the ranges printed on most sites — including the conventional Jun 21 – Jul 22 in the summary above — are a rounded average, not the real boundary. Cancer season has begun on 3 different calendar days since 1930, and the Sun last actually entered Cancer on the conventional date in 2026. 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 | Cancer season | Libra season |
|---|---|---|
| 2030 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2029 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2028 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2027 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2026 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2025 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2024 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2023 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2022 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2021 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2020 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2019 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2018 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2017 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2016 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2015 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2014 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2013 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2012 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2011 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2010 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2009 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2008 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2007 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2006 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2005 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2004 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 2003 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2002 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 2001 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 2000 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 1999 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1998 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1997 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1996 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 1995 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1994 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1993 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1992 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 22 |
| 1991 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1990 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1989 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1988 | Jun 20 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1987 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1986 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1985 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1984 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1983 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1982 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1981 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1980 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1979 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1978 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1977 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1976 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1975 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1974 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1973 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1972 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1971 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1970 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1969 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1968 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1967 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1966 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1965 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1964 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1963 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1962 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1961 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1960 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1959 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1958 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1957 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1956 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1955 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1954 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1953 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1952 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1951 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1950 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1949 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1948 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 22 – Oct 23 |
| 1947 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1946 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1945 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1944 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1943 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1942 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1941 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1940 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1939 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1938 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1937 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1936 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1935 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1934 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1933 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1932 | Jun 21 – Jul 22 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
| 1931 | Jun 22 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 24 |
| 1930 | Jun 21 – Jul 23 | Sep 23 – Oct 23 |
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
Cancer and Libra form a mixed pairing, needing effort to thrive. The emotional Cancer seeks security, while the social Libra craves balance. Their differences can be intriguing, but require understanding and compromise to bridge the gap between their needs and desires. Communication is key!
Love & Romance
Romantically, Cancer's need for deep connection can clash with Libra's desire for a light, airy approach. Libra is drawn to Cancer's nurturing side, while Cancer appreciates Libra's charm. To succeed, they must learn to balance emotional depth with social needs, ensuring both feel loved and secure. Talk openly about feelings!
Friendship
As friends, Cancer and Libra can enjoy shared interests like art and socializing. Cancer offers loyalty, while Libra brings fun and fairness. Conflicts may arise from differing priorities: Cancer's homebody nature versus Libra's need for constant activity. Finding a middle ground is essential for a lasting friendship.
Work & Collaboration
In the workplace, Cancer's dedication complements Libra's diplomacy. Cancer's focus on details can help Libra stay grounded, while Libra's social skills can open doors. Challenges may arise from Cancer's sensitivity and Libra's indecisiveness. Clear communication and agreed-upon roles will help them succeed.
Tips for This Pairing
- ✓Communicate openly and honestly about your feelings.
- ✓Find common interests to share and enjoy together.
- ✓Practice patience and understanding with each other.
- ✓Compromise on social activities and home time.
- ✓Celebrate each other's strengths and differences.
Want a deeper compatibility reading?
This page shows general Cancer–Libra compatibility based on Sun signs. For a personalized analysis using your exact birth dates, times, and locations — including Moon, Venus, and Mars placements — try our free calculator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cancer and Libra score 50% overall — 45% in love, 50% in friendship and 55% at work. The two signs sit 90° apart on the zodiac wheel, a square: a dynamic, tense angle — friction that often sparks strong attraction and mutual growth. Of the twelve signs Cancer can pair with, Libra ranks #10.
Cancer scores highest with Scorpio (85%), Pisces (83%), Taurus (82%). The most challenging pairing is Sagittarius (47%). Libra sits at #10 of 12.
Libra scores highest with Aquarius (85%), Gemini (85%), Leo (78%). The most challenging pairing is Cancer (50%). Cancer sits at #12 of 12.
Both are Cardinal signs, so they approach change at the same speed and can deadlock instead of one leading. On the elements: Water + Air — contrasting elements with different core needs; harmony comes through effort. Cancer is ruled by the Moon and Libra by Venus, 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 (50%) 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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