What Is Your Rising Sign?

When someone asks you your sign, what they’re really asking is where the sun was on the day you were born. But you also have a rising sign, which is a vital point in your birth chart. Your rising sign indicates how you interact with other people and represents the mask others encounter before getting to know your true self. It can also have a significant influence on your physical appearance.

While the sun takes about a month to travel through each zodiac sign, the Earth’s rotation causes the rising sign on the horizon to change every two hours. Therefore, your rising sign is determined by the time and place you were born, and this explains why someone born on the same day of the same year can be very different from you.

Your rising sign affects your love life and reveals why you might be attracted to people with incredibly incompatible signs! Find out your rising sign and then analyze how it affects your sun sign and relationships in the descriptions below.

Aries Rising:

An impulsive and courageous being, always one step ahead of the rest. You have a strong sense of justice, but you might lack a bit of tact in your efforts to achieve it. There’s a childlike quality to your spontaneity, which generally charms others. You may feel a certain attraction to Libra, Leo, and Sagittarius.

Taurus Rising:

Outwardly a gentle and passive soul, you are also stubborn. You only lose your temper if your security is threatened. You may also be beautiful, with a melodious voice and brilliant communication skills. But you like to be in control—something others don’t realize until it’s too late! You will get along well with Scorpio, Virgo, and Capricorn.

Gemini Rising:

Cell phones were invented for you, because you love to chat! Ideally, you’ll be juggling several conversations at once while keeping an eye on your fax and email. You get bored easily, and staying focused on a goal requires a great deal of self-discipline. This Rising Sign guarantees you a youthful appearance and great prospects. You love sharing ideas with Sagittarius, Libra, and Aquarius.

Cancer Rising:

You have a strong need to care for your loved ones and will do anything to avoid rejection. You have genuine empathy for others, but you can often be moody, especially during new and full moons. There’s a very attractive softness to your appearance, but you may need to work on managing your weight. You love the way Capricorn takes care of you, and you’re also on the same wavelength as Scorpio and Pisces.

Leo Rising:

Your impressive presence lights up your surroundings, and if you accept not being in the spotlight all the time, you can be a relaxed and fun person. You are loyal, but you need to work on your empathy. Your beautiful mane of hair is often your most striking feature. You are drawn to Aquarius, as they dare to challenge you. Aries and Sagittarius are kindred spirits who fit perfectly into the drama of your life.

Virgo Rising:

You’re so complex that the tiniest fly in the ointment can lead to sleepless nights and possibly an ulcer. You’re also too hard on yourself, never quite living up to your own standards. But on the bright side, you’re a fountain of practical knowledge and look young for your age. Pisces teaches you deeper meaning and how to relax, while Capricorn and Taurus are companions who provide you with comfort.

Libra Rising:

Charm, reason, and justice—you simply have to restore balance when it seems out of order, which is why you often find yourself embroiled in disputes. Ideally, you should channel this energy into your career, or your relationships will be stormy or nonexistent, and you hate being alone! It’s not as if you lack admirers, though. Your fellow Air signs, Gemini and Aquarius, provide intellectual stimulation, and Aries is exasperatingly attractive!

Scorpio Rising:

As a sentimental and reserved person, you don’t reveal much about yourself. Others may be captivated by those deep—and often dark—eyes, but you remain unfazed. Once you fall in love, you truly fall, and woe to any lover who returns to your arms! Emotional security is paramount, though you have a healthy respect for money in the bank. Taurus understands your needs, as does Cancer. You fall for Pisces, but they will drive you to madness!

Sagittarius Rising:

You’re a very friendly and outgoing person! But you’re also accident-prone! With your eyes fixed on distant horizons, you sometimes get lost or trip over what’s right in front of you. You make up for it with your great warmth and interest in almost everything, except for committing to a relationship. Your cure for depression is to hop on the nearest plane and go exploring. Gemini fascinates you, and Leo and Aries share your inspired perspective on life.

Capricorn Rising:

You appear serious, which contrasts with your dry sense of humor. You’re stubborn when it comes to money and responsibility because you take your commitments seriously. You often feel out of place when you’re young and generally don’t feel comfortable in your own skin until after 30. So don’t beat yourself up about it! Cancers truly appreciate your protective side, and Taurus and Virgo decipher your sensuality.

Aquarius Rising:

You’re a social person because you believe everyone is equal under the same sun, and because of this, your loved ones sometimes feel neglected. With your quirky charisma, you definitely attract unusual people and unexpected adventures—the way you truly enjoy life. Having sex with a Leo can be irresistible and teaches you that some people are indeed more equal than others. Gemini and Libra are your equals when it comes to conversation.

Pisces Rising:

Someone sensitive and sympathetic, you’re a bit like a psychic sponge, absorbing everything on an emotional level. You hate both confronting and disappointing those you love, so if you’ve misbehaved, you tend to disappear in a maddeningly without permission. Because you’re often involved with a Virgo, you’ve probably grown accustomed to being reprimanded. However, this keeps you from getting into even more trouble. Cancer and Scorpio share your romantic ideals.