Dragon Zodiac Sign
Visionary, magnetic, and destined to lead with fire.
Years of the Dragon include 2036, 2024, 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964, 1952, 1940. Dragons hold the 5th position in the twelve-year cycle. Dragons are natural icons. They want meaningful achievements, courageous missions, and recognition that matches their effort. Passion, charisma, and resilience follow them everywhere.
Dragon Horoscope Forecasts
Most Recent Dragon Year (2024 - Wood Dragon)
2024 is a Wood Dragon year with a yang pulse.
Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.
Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.
Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Action-oriented gestures will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.
Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.
Lucky colours: Teal, Fresh Green, Ivory
Upcoming Dragon Year (2036 - Fire Dragon)
2036 is a Fire Dragon year with a yang pulse.
Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.
Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.
Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Action-oriented gestures will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.
Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.
Lucky colours: Crimson, Coral, Gold
Dragon Lucky Items
These are the lucky items that bring Dragons luck.
Things that bring Dragons luck
- Lucky numbers: 1, 6, 7
- Lucky days: 1st Lunar Day, 16th Lunar Day
- Lucky colors: Gold, Silver, Gray
- Lucky flowers: Bleeding Heart Vine, Dragon Flower
- Lucky direction: East, North
- Lucky months: 3rd Lunar Month, 7th Lunar Month, 8th Lunar Month
Things to avoid
- Unlucky colors: Blue, Green
- Unlucky numbers: 3, 8
- Unlucky direction: Northwest
- Unlucky months: 4th Lunar Month
Dragon Love Compatibility
Best Matches
Trine Partners (三合)
Natural allies who share core values and energy. Powerful and harmonious connections.
- Dragon + Rat — Powerful alliance of vision and strategy. Dragon's charisma combined with Rat's intelligence creates unstoppable team. Mutual admiration and success.
- Dragon + Monkey — Brilliant minds and adventurous spirits unite. Both love challenge and excitement. They push each other to achieve the impossible.
Six Harmony (六合)
Perfect complementary match. Balances and completes each other beautifully.
- Dragon + Rooster — Rooster's precision supports Dragon's grand vision. Dragon inspires Rooster to dream bigger. Complementary strengths create harmony.
Friendly Matches
Generally harmonious. These pairings can work well with mutual respect and understanding.
- Dragon + Tiger — Two powerful forces. Exciting but needs mutual respect.
- Dragon + Snake — Both wise and mysterious. Can appreciate each other.
- Dragon + Horse — High energy pair. Fun and dynamic.
- Dragon + Goat — Dragon can protect and elevate Goat. Workable.
- Dragon + Pig — Pig supports Dragon's dreams. Pleasant match.
- Dragon + Ox — Different but can find common ground in goals.
Challenging Matches
Harmful (六害)
Creates subtle tensions. Best to maintain respectful distance.
- Dragon + Rabbit — Dragon's energy too much for Rabbit. Rabbit's caution frustrates Dragon. Creates mutual discomfort.
Conflict (六冲)
Direct opposition. Requires significant effort and compromise.
- Dragon + Dog — Fundamental clash. Dog's cynicism deflates Dragon's optimism. Dragon's showiness bothers Dog's humility. Constant friction and misunderstanding.
Punishment (相刑)
Most harmful pairing. Brings out the worst in each other.
- Dragon + Dragon — Too much intensity. Compete rather than cooperate. Ego clashes and power struggles dominate. Better as distant admirers.
Dragon Personality Snapshot
General
Dragons charge forward with optimism. They are ambitious and idealistic, unwilling to accept half-hearted plans. Their confidence inspires others to dream bigger.
Men
Dragon men are protective powerhouses. They enjoy a fast pace, stand tall when challenged, and expect loyalty in return.
Women
Dragon women blaze bright. They are generous, bold, and crave partnerships that celebrate their independence and intensity.
Dragon Element Combinations
Layer the five elements with the animal to understand how each sixty-year cycle expresses itself.
| Animal + Element | Key Traits |
|---|---|
| Wood Dragon | Wood Dragons are visionary builders who turn wild ideas into real-world impact. |
| Fire Dragon | Fire Dragons are dramatic achievers who love the spotlight and energised teams. |
| Earth Dragon | Earth Dragons are strategic and steady, pairing courage with practical planning. |
| Metal Dragon | Metal Dragons are determined and exacting, chasing mastery with laser focus. |
| Water Dragon | Water Dragons are intuitive leaders who persuade through empathy and insight. |
Dragon Years & Elements
Each cycle starts on Chinese New Year in the Pacific/Kiritimati timezone (UTC+14) so the upcoming year becomes available the moment it begins anywhere on Earth.
| Year | Element & Polarity | Cycle Start | Cycle End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2036 | Fire (Yang) | January 28, 2036 | February 14, 2037 |
| 2024 | Wood (Yang) | February 10, 2024 | January 28, 2025 |
| 2012 | Water (Yang) | January 23, 2012 | February 9, 2013 |
| 2000 | Metal (Yang) | February 5, 2000 | January 23, 2001 |
| 1988 | Earth (Yang) | February 17, 1988 | February 5, 1989 |
| 1976 | Fire (Yang) | January 31, 1976 | February 17, 1977 |
| 1964 | Wood (Yang) | February 13, 1964 | February 1, 1965 |
| 1952 | Water (Yang) | January 27, 1952 | February 13, 1953 |
| 1940 | Metal (Yang) | February 8, 1940 | January 26, 1941 |