Libra Zodiac Sign
September 23 – October 22 · Air sign · Cardinal modality
In astrology, Libra is associated with being social, thoughtful, and drawn to mutual understanding. Its symbol is ♎; its ruling planet is Venus; and its element is air.
Libra at a glance
- Dates
- September 23 – October 22
- Element
- Air
- Modality
- Cardinal
- Ruling planet
- Venus
Common Libra strengths
Libra is often linked with finding common ground and making partnership feel intentional. At its best, this can help people bring social, thoughtful, and drawn to mutual understanding energy to relationships, work, and creative pursuits.
Needs and growth edges
Like every sign, Libra has qualities that can become less helpful under stress. It may need fairness, beauty, and a real sense of give and take. A common growth edge is smoothing over tension until a choice becomes unavoidable. A useful intention is to say what you want plainly, even when harmony matters.
Libra in relationships
Rather than treating sign traits as a fixed personality test, use them as prompts for reflection. Ask what helps you feel respected, what you do when you are under pressure, and how you can communicate those things to someone close to you.
Explore Libra compatibility
Choose another sign to explore the Sun-sign dynamic. These readings are broad prompts, not predictions or a measure of whether a relationship can succeed.