2030 Chinese zodiac: year of the Metal Dog
2030 was the year of the Metal Dog in the Chinese zodiac. It began on 3 February 2030 and ended on 22 January 2031.
2030 is the year of the Metal Dog (Yang). The Chinese year of the Dog ran from 3 February 2030 to 22 January 2031, so anyone born between those dates is a Metal Dog. Babies born in 2030 before 3 February 2030 belong to the Earth Rooster of 2029.
2030 Metal Dog personality
People born in the year of the Dog are loyal, sincere and protective. Their strengths are fairness, reliability and devotion to people they love; their watch-outs are anxiety and pessimism.
The Metal element adds determination, strength and self-discipline, so the Metal Dog of 2030 combines the Dog's nature with metal qualities. Yang years are traditionally seen as outgoing and active.
Careers that suit the Dog: law, social work, healthcare, teaching, security.
Born in January or February 2030?
The Chinese year does not start on 1 January. In 2030, Chinese New Year fell on 3 February 2030.
- Born 3 February 2030 or later in 2030: Metal Dog.
- Born 1 January – 2 February 2030: Earth Rooster (2029 sign).
Dog compatibility
| Match | Signs |
|---|---|
| Best (same triangle) | Tiger, Horse |
| Secret friend | Rabbit |
| Traditional clash | Dragon |
Other Dog years
1994, 2006, 2018, 2042. The Metal Dog itself returns in 2090.
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Frequently asked questions
What Chinese zodiac is 2030?
The Metal Dog, for births from 3 February 2030 to 22 January 2031.
What if I was born in January or early February 2030?
If you were born before 3 February 2030, your sign is the Earth Rooster of 2029, because the Chinese year had not yet changed.
What element is 2030 in the Chinese zodiac?
Metal (Yang). Metal is linked with determination, strength and self-discipline; its colour is white and gold.
Which signs are compatible with the Dog?
Best matches are the Tiger and Horse, plus the Rabbit as a "secret friend". The traditional clash is with the Dragon.
When is the next Metal Dog year?
2090. The same animal and element combination returns every 60 years.
How old is someone born in 2030 in 2026?
They will be born in 2030, 4 years after 2026.
Source and method
Chinese New Year dates (China Standard Time) were cross-checked against two independent lunar-calendar tables and published listings. Animals and elements follow the traditional 60-year (sexagenary) cycle.