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Libra horoscope dates

Last updated: September 27, 2026

Libra Horoscope Dates: September 23 – October 22

The Libra horoscope dates run from September 23 to October 22 each year. If your birthday falls in that window, your Sun sign is Libra — charming, fair-minded, and diplomatic, devoted to balance, beauty, and partnership. Below: the exact dates, what happens if you were born on the cusp, Libra’s three decans, a quick compatibility snapshot, and answers to the most common Libra dates questions.

Libra at a Glance · When Libra Starts and Ends · Born on the Cusp? · The Three Decans · Libra Personality · Compatibility · FAQ

Libra at a Glance

DatesSeptember 23 – October 22
ElementAir
ModalityCardinal
Ruling planetVenus
SymbolThe Scales ♎
Sign before / afterVirgo / Scorpio
Most compatibleGemini, Aquarius, Leo, Sagittarius
More challenging matchCancer, Capricorn

When Does Libra Start and End?

Libra season begins on September 23 and ends on October 22. You may see these dates listed a day earlier or later on other sites — that’s not an error. The Sun doesn’t change signs at the same clock time every year, so the exact start and end can shift by about a day depending on the year and your time zone. For almost everyone, September 23–October 22 is exactly right. Born right on the edge? See the cusp section below.

Were You Born on the Libra Cusp?

Born right at the edge of Libra? You were born on a cusp — the changeover point between two signs. September 23 sits on the Virgo–Libra cusp; October 22 sits on the Libra–Scorpio cusp. Astrologically, there’s no such thing as being “half and half” — you’re fully one sign or the other. The only way to know for certain is to check the exact moment the Sun changed signs in your birth year, since a boundary birthday can fall under either sign depending on the year and hour you were born.

The Three Decans of Libra

Every sign divides into three decans of roughly ten days, each with a sub-ruler that shades the core personality:

  • First decan (September 23–October 2): ruled twice over by Venus — the purest, most classic Libra expression.
  • Second decan (October 3–12): shaded by Uranus and Saturn (Aquarius), adding independence and a more original outlook.
  • Third decan (October 13–22): shaded by Mercury (Gemini), adding wit and a more communicative, social streak.

Libra Personality in Brief

As an air, cardinal sign ruled by Venus, Libra is charming, fair-minded, and diplomatic — devoted to balance, beauty, and partnership.

  • Strengths: diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded, romantic, a natural mediator
  • Weaknesses: indecisive, conflict-avoidant, people-pleasing, can lose themselves in relationships

That’s the short version — for the full breakdown of Libra traits, the Libra man and woman, career, and mythology, read the complete Libra zodiac sign guide.

Libra Compatibility Snapshot

Libra pairs most naturally with fellow air signs Gemini and Aquarius — shared love of ideas, conversation, and social connection — plus fire signs Leo and Sagittarius, who match Libra’s warmth and love of romance and adventure. Libra and Aries, sitting opposite each other on the wheel, often balance well precisely because they’re so different — Aries brings drive, Libra brings diplomacy. Libra and Leo bond easily over a shared love of romance and social life. Cancer and Capricorn tend to need the most patience as matches, since their more private, reserved style can clash with Libra’s need for openness and partnership. For a full compatibility reading, try the Love Compatibility Calculator.

Famous Libra

Kim Kardashian, Will Smith, Bruno Mars, Gwen Stefani, and John Lennon all share the Libra sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Libra date range?

The Libra date range is September 23 to October 22. Anyone born in this window falls under the seventh sign of the zodiac.

What are Libra horoscope dates today?

Libra season runs the same window every year, September 23 through October 22 — so if today’s date falls in that range, it’s currently Libra season.

What is the first day of Libra?

September 23 is the first day of Libra. Born on this exact date, you’re on the Virgo–Libra cusp but officially a Libra in most years.

What is the last day of Libra?

October 22 is the last day of Libra. The Sun moves into Scorpio the following day, October 23.

Are Libra dates the same every year?

They’re close but not identical. The Sun enters each sign at a specific time, not a fixed calendar moment, so the exact date can shift by about a day depending on the year and your time zone — mainly relevant if your birthday sits right on September 23 or October 22.

What sign comes before and after Libra?

Virgo comes just before Libra, and Scorpio comes just after.

Which zodiac sign is Libra’s soulmate?

Gemini and Aquarius are often considered Libra’s strongest long-term matches, thanks to shared air-sign curiosity and communication. Leo and Sagittarius also build warm, romantic connections with Libra.

Is Libra compatible with Aries, Leo, or Gemini?

Libra and Aries, as opposite signs, often balance each other well — Aries’s drive complements Libra’s diplomacy. Libra and Leo share a love of romance and social life, making an easy, affectionate match. Libra and Gemini share air-sign curiosity and enjoy an easy, idea-driven connection.

Explore more: the full Libra zodiac sign guide, or the horoscope dates for neighboring signs, Virgo and Scorpio.

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