♍ Virgo dates, traits & compatibility

Virgo dates: August 23 – September 22. Virgo is the 6th sign of the zodiac, a earth sign ruled by Mercury and symbolised by the maiden 🌾.

Dates
August 23 – September 22
Element
Earth
Modality
Mutable
Ruling planet
Mercury
Symbol
♍ The Maiden
Best matches
Taurus, Capricorn, Cancer, Scorpio

Virgo personality traits

Virgo is an earth sign associated with service, skill and attention to detail. Virgos are often described as the helpers of the zodiac: organised, thoughtful and quietly making everything run smoothly.

AnalyticalHelpfulPreciseModest

Strengths

  • Detail-oriented
  • Hardworking
  • Practical
  • Kind

Challenges

  • Overcritical
  • Worrier
  • Perfectionist

Virgo in love and at work

Love: Virgo is said to show love through acts of service, noticing the small things a partner needs.

Work: Health care, research, editing, accounting and any craft that rewards precision suit the Virgo profile.

Virgo compatibility with every sign

Virgo man and woman

Virgo birthdays

Every date in the Virgo season. Tap a date to see its famous birthdays.

Famous Virgo people

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Frequently asked questions

What are the Virgo dates?

Virgo dates are August 23 to September 22. People born on the first or last day of this range are sometimes described as being "on the cusp" with the neighbouring sign.

What element is Virgo?

Virgo is a earth sign with a mutable modality, and it is ruled by Mercury.

Who is Virgo most compatible with?

In traditional astrology, Virgo is considered most compatible with Taurus, Capricorn, Cancer, Scorpio.

What is the Virgo symbol?

The Virgo symbol is ♍, representing the maiden.