Cancer: personality, love and career
Dates: 21 June – 22 July · Element: Water · Modality: Cardinal · Ruler: Moon
In short: Cancer (21 June – 22 July) is a water sign with cardinal modality, ruled by Moon. Key strengths: empathy, loyalty and intuition. Most compatible signs: Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.
Weekly horoscope · 28 Sep – 4 Oct 2026
In love: You need to feel at home with the people you love. Ask clearly for what you need instead of hoping they'll guess.
At work: Wrap up a family or household matter that was draining you and you'll find your days run more smoothly.
Tip of the week: Make room in your diary for something that truly recharges you.
Weekly horoscope · 5 – 11 Oct 2026
In love: You feel more confident expressing your feelings. An honest talk could bring you closer than you've been in a while.
At work: Your intuition spots what the team needs before anyone else. Make it visible: your contribution counts.
Tip of the week: Cook something delicious and share it; little home rituals comfort you.
Personality
Cancer is sensitive, protective and highly intuitive. Home and loved ones are a refuge, and Cancer has an enormous emotional memory.
In love
Romantic and devoted, Cancer seeks emotional security and cares for a partner with great tenderness.
At work
Stands out in caring professions, education or creative fields. Needs a trusting environment.
Strengths
- Empathy
- Loyalty
- Intuition
Challenges
- Touchiness
- Mood swings
- Clinging to the past
Most compatible signs
Frequently asked questions about Cancer
What are the dates of Cancer?
Cancer covers 21 June – 22 July. It is a water sign ruled by Moon.
Which signs are most compatible with Cancer?
Cancer usually gets along best with Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces: signs of the same element or a complementary one. The compatibility page lets you check any pair.
What are the strengths and challenges of Cancer?
Strengths of Cancer: empathy, loyalty and intuition. Challenges: touchiness, mood swings and clinging to the past.
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