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Water sign · Fixed · ruled by Pluto & Mars

Scorpio Zodiac Sign: Dates, Traits & Personality

Scorpio ♏︎ dates are 23 Oct – 21 Nov. Scorpio is the deep one who transforms everything they touch: intense, private and transformative. In Indian astrology Scorpio is Vrishchik rashi.

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Scorpio dates23 Oct – 21 NovOctober 23 to November 21
ElementWaterFixed
Ruling planetPluto & MarsVedic lord: Mars
SymbolThe Scorpion♏︎
Best matchesPisces, Cancerand Capricorn, Virgo
Lucky colour & dayRedTuesday

Scorpio dates

People born between 23 Oct – 21 Nov are Scorpio. Scorpio is the eighth sign, the fixed water sign of late autumn. Its symbol is the Scorpion, and its rulers are Mars and, in modern astrology, Pluto, planets of power and transformation. The exact start and end shift by a day in some years, so October 23 and November 21 can be cusp birthdays.

Decan 1: October 23 – November 2Sub-ruler Mars

Pure Scorpio: magnetic, intense and fiercely loyal.

Decan 2: November 3 – November 12Sub-ruler Jupiter

Jupiter-Neptune energy adds intuition, spirituality and protectiveness.

Decan 3: November 13 – November 21Sub-ruler Moon

Moon energy makes you more emotional, caring and family-minded.

Scorpio personality traits

Scorpio is intense, private and transformative. You excel where others are afraid to look. Research, strategy and high-stakes problem-solving suit your focus, and you never give up on something you care about.

Scorpio strengths

  • Intense
  • Loyal
  • Determined
  • Perceptive
  • Brave

Scorpio weaknesses

  • Secretive
  • Jealous
  • Slow to forgive

Scorpio compatibility

Scorpio loves all or nothing. You want depth, honesty and total loyalty, and you sense instantly when something is off. Once committed, you are one of the most devoted partners in the zodiac.

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Scorpio in love, friendship and family

Scorpio loves all or nothing. You want depth, honesty and total loyalty, and you sense instantly when something is off. Once committed, you are one of the most devoted partners in the zodiac.

Scorpio friends are few but deep. You keep secrets, see through fake people and would go to great lengths for those you trust.

Scorpio career and money

You excel where others are afraid to look. Research, strategy and high-stakes problem-solving suit your focus, and you never give up on something you care about. Scorpio is a strategic investor. You research, keep finances private and often do well with long-term or shared resources.

Research and investigation Psychology Surgery and medicine Finance and investing Crisis management Occult sciences

Scorpio health

Scorpio rules the reproductive and excretory systems. Releasing intense emotions through exercise or therapy keeps Scorpio healthy.

Scorpio in Hindi and Vedic astrology

Scorpio in Hindi is Vrishchik rashi, ruled by Mars. In Vedic astrology your rashi usually comes from the Moon, not the Sun, so a Western Scorpio is often a different rashi. Read today’s Scorpio horoscope, the Vrishchik rashifal in Hinglish, or find your real rashi with your free Kundli.

Scorpio birthdays

Every date in Scorpio season, with its own personality profile.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Scorpio dates?

Scorpio dates are 23 Oct – 21 Nov. Anyone born in this period has the Sun in Scorpio; birthdays at the very start or end can be cusp dates.

What is the Scorpio personality like?

Scorpio is intense, private and transformative. Strengths: intense, loyal, determined, perceptive, brave. Weaknesses: secretive, jealous, slow to forgive.

Who is Scorpio most compatible with?

Scorpio is most compatible with Pisces and Cancer (same element, 92%), then Capricorn and Virgo.

What is Scorpio in Hindi?

Scorpio is called Vrishchik rashi in Hindi. Vedic astrology usually uses the Moon sign as your rashi.

What element and planet rule Scorpio?

Scorpio is a fixed water sign ruled by Pluto & Mars (Vedic lord Mars).