Capricorn zodiac sign
Capricorn covers 22 Dec to 19 Jan. It is a earth sign with a cardinal mode, ruled by Saturn. Core traits: Disciplined, Ambitious, Reliable. Facts checked 2026-10-27.
Capricorn
22 Dec to 19 Jan
Your Vedic rashi is based on the Moon and needs your birth time. Read why.
If you were born on the first or last day of a sign, the exact time and place of birth decide your true sign.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Dates | 22 Dec to 19 Jan |
| Element | earth |
| Modality | cardinal |
| Ruler | Saturn |
| Traits | Disciplined, Ambitious, Reliable |
| Lucky number and colour | 8, Brown (tradition) |
Traits and lucky items are editorial tradition, not science. Dates follow the standard calendar. Checked 2026-10-27.
Common questions
- What are the dates for Capricorn?
- Capricorn runs from 22 Dec to 19 Jan. If you were born on the first or last day, the exact time and place of birth decide your true sign.
- What element and ruler does Capricorn have?
- Capricorn is a earth sign with a cardinal mode. Its traditional ruler is Saturn.
- What are the main traits of Capricorn?
- Tradition describes Capricorn as Disciplined, Ambitious and Reliable. These are editorial traditions, so treat them as fun, not fact.
- Is Capricorn my rashi?
- Not always. Your Vedic rashi is based on the Moon and needs your birth time, so it often differs from your Capricorn sun sign. Our guide explains how to tell them apart.