Everything You Wanted to Know About the Pisces Zodiac Sign

Pisces season has finally arrived! While you probably know a person or two who celebrate their birthdays over the month, you might be wondering what this unique time of year will bring.

There's plenty to know about the 12th and final sign of the zodiac, from the timing and astrological meaning of Pisces to their strongest qualities and even the celebrities who fall under the sign. For a top-level look at everything you need to know, just keep scrolling.

Pisces Dates

Pisces season, the time when the sun is in Pisces, generally lasts from Feb. 18 to March 20. Being the final sign of the zodiac, this also correlates with the final month of winter. Once Pisces ends, spring arrives, as does the Aries season, kicking off a whole new astrological year.

 

Pisces' Element

Pisces is ruled by the element of water, which it shares with signs Cancer and Scorpio. All three have a reputation for their freely flowing emotions and for being highly sensitive to their environments, soaking up the feelings of others like a sponge. They can be sentimental, thinking with their hearts, rather than their heads, and are highly intuitive and creative. They're also careful about the company they keep, tending to be introverts.

 

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Pisces' Symbol

Pisces is symbolized by a pair of fish, which is well suited to the sign's water element. The existence of two fish in the symbol, both swimming in opposite directions, is also representative of the duality and contradictions within Pisces. For example, Pisces is often known for having a rich inner world, though they rarely share those depths with others, putting on a mask instead. The fish also suggest fluidity and adaptability of ideas.

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Pisces' Modality

Pisces is considered a mutable sign, sharing this modality with Gemini, Virgo and Sagittarius. The modality suggests adaptability, both in their willingness to adjust to change and their ability to change within themselves. They're open-minded and flexible, and when things don't go according to plan, they know how to go with the flow and adjust to any situation that's thrown their way. While Pisces can get overwhelmed in stressful situations, they're also more than happy to make sacrifices in order to accommodate others.

 

Pisces' Ruling Planet

Pisces is the only sign of the zodiac ruled by the planet Neptune, the eighth and farthest planet from the sun in our solar system. Neptune is said to govern dreams as well as things that resist outside of reality, which makes sense, given the sign's daydreamy nature and love for escapism. Further, Pisces' creativity and optimism are fueled by a desire to make the world more than what it is, thanks to Neptune's influence.

 

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Pisces' Ruling House

The ruling house of Pisces is the 12th house, also known as the House of Unconsciousness. Like the sign itself, this house is ruled by Neptune, representing a realm distant from reality where illusions and dreams are king. It's associated with escapism—sometimes in a self-destructive and isolating way—and the ways we attempt to avoid the negativity and conflict in our lives. On the other hand, it also represents intuition and insight, and as the final house of the zodiac, signifies endings, as well as karmic rewards and punishments.

 

Pisces Strengths

Pisces is a beloved sign recognized for many strengths, including cleverness and creativity, as well as an almost otherworldly sense of intuition. Their emotional and sensitive natures make them extremely empathetic and kind, and they're great listeners who are more than happy to help when called upon. Because of their well-honed instincts, they can trust their hearts, and they have a strong sense of justice driving their actions. Pisces are also highly imaginative, making them natural creators, artists, readers, writers, musicians and learners. Their accepting and nonjudgmental view of the world also makes them gentle with others and optimistic for the future, and they have a fun-loving nature that embraces things that other people may view as childish.

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Pisces Weaknesses

Like all signs, Pisces also is recognized for its weaknesses, and many of Pisces' are reflections of their strengths taken to extremes. For example, their emotional sensitivity can often leave them feeling distressed and overwhelmed, and despite their intelligence, they don't always make the most logical decisions when their feelings get involved. Overthinking can often lead them to finding problems where there aren't any, or expending too much mental energy planning ahead for worst-case scenarios. Their love for escaping into daydreams can mean they ignore important aspects of life when they get difficult, and they can get caught in cycles of imagining possibilities rather than ever doing anything. They're also introverts who can easily be drained by others unless they're on the same wavelength. Pisces can struggle to communicate their needs and feelings, wishing someone would read their mind the way they so often are able to read others'.  They also don't know how to ask for help, fearful of  burdening anyone.

 

Pisces in Love

Whether you're a Pisces yourself or are in a relationship with one, expect a whirlwind of emotions when it comes to love. The fish fall hard and fast in love, opening their hearts eagerly, which can mean they have their hearts broken easily and often. They don't hold anything back, and this can be too much, too soon for prospective partners, or easily exploited by those who love to toy with people's feelings. They're simply looking for something authentic, and will find the best partner in someone who's equally ready to commit and go all in.

Pisces are often highly compatible with fellow water signs Cancer and Scorpio, who can relate to their intense emotions. They also pair well with Virgo, with opposites attracting to help ground Pisces, bringing them down to earth, even as Pisces helps Virgo lighten up and have some fun.

 

Pisces Season Energy

Even if you're not a Pisces yourself, you might feel a shift in the atmosphere while the sun is in Pisces from Feb. 18 to March 20. You may even start to relate more to the sign, feeling your emotions more strongly and experiencing bursts of creativity and restlessness that are only settled by allowing your imagination to run wild. There may be times you start to feel like a mind-reader or capable of predicting what will happen next and have a strong eagerness to help and sense of hope for what's next. With the spring approaching and the weather warming, this really is the perfect time to put these urges to good use.

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Pisces Stars

Of course, some of our favorite talented and creative stars fall under the sign of Pisces:

• Millie Bobby Brown – Feb. 19
• Chappell Roan – Feb. 19
• Olivia Rodrigo – Feb. 20
• Rihanna – Feb. 20
• Sophie Turner – Feb. 21
• Drew Barrymore – Feb. 22
• Dakota Fanning – Feb. 23
• Emily Blunt – Feb. 23
• Justin Bieber – March 1
• Kesha – March 1
• Lupita Nyong'o – March 1
• Jensen Ackles – March 1
• Becky G – March 2
• Chris Martin – March 2
• Camila Cabello – March 3
• Madison Beer – March 5
• Tyler, The Creator – March 6
• Kit Connor – March 8
• SUGA – March 9
• Bad Bunny – March 10
• Steph Curry – March 14
• Simone Biles – March 14
• Jhené Aiko – March 16
• Alexandra Daddario – March 16
• Hozier – March 17
• Lily Collins – March 18

 

For even more on the sign, click HERE to discover our favorite songs by Pisces artists that capture the sign's spirit.