Horse Zodiac Sign
Energetic, spontaneous, and driven by freedom.
Years of the Horse include 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, 1942, 1930. Horses hold the 7th position in the twelve-year cycle. Horses live for movement-new places, fresh ideas, and lively conversation. They are optimistic, sociable, and happiest when they can follow their curiosity without fences.
Horse Horoscope Forecasts
Most Recent Horse Year (2014 - Wood Horse)
2014 is a Wood Horse 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 Horse Year (2026 - Fire Horse)
2026 is a Fire Horse 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
Horse Lucky Items
These are the lucky items that bring Horses luck.
Things that bring Horses luck
- Lucky numbers: 2, 3, 7
- Lucky days: 5th Lunar Day, 20th Lunar Day
- Lucky colors: Yellow, Green, Red
- Lucky flowers: Calla Lily, Jasmine, Marigold
- Lucky direction: East, South
- Lucky months: 4th Lunar Month, 9th Lunar Month
Things to avoid
- Unlucky colors: Blue, White
- Unlucky numbers: 1, 5, 6
- Unlucky direction: North
- Unlucky months: 5th Lunar Month, 11th Lunar Month
Horse Love Compatibility
Best Matches
Trine Partners (三合)
Natural allies who share core values and energy. Powerful and harmonious connections.
- Horse + Dog — Freedom and loyalty unite. Dog's steadiness grounds Horse's restlessness. They give each other space while staying connected.
- Horse + Tiger — Adventure buddies! Both love freedom and excitement. They explore the world together with enthusiasm and courage.
Six Harmony (六合)
Perfect complementary match. Balances and completes each other beautifully.
- Horse + Goat — Horse's energy inspires Goat's creativity. Goat's artistry enriches Horse's life. Natural harmony and mutual support.
Friendly Matches
Generally harmonious. These pairings can work well with mutual respect and understanding.
- Horse + Snake — Both passionate and intense. Can work.
- Horse + Rabbit — Horse provides excitement, Rabbit brings calm.
- Horse + Dragon — High energy match. Fun and dynamic.
- Horse + Rooster — Different styles but manageable.
- Horse + Pig — Pig accepts Horse's need for freedom. Pleasant.
- Horse + Monkey — Both love adventure and fun. Good match.
Challenging Matches
Harmful (六害)
Creates subtle tensions. Best to maintain respectful distance.
- Horse + Ox — Horse's need for freedom frustrates Ox's desire for routine. Ox finds Horse unreliable. Creates ongoing tension.
Conflict (六冲)
Direct opposition. Requires significant effort and compromise.
- Horse + Rat — Direct opposition. Horse's impulsiveness clashes with Rat's calculation. Different life rhythms create constant conflict. Very challenging pairing.
Punishment (相刑)
Most harmful pairing. Brings out the worst in each other.
- Horse + Horse — Too much restless energy. Both want to lead, neither wants to follow. Lack of stability creates chaos.
Horse Personality Snapshot
General
Horses act first and learn by doing. Their enthusiasm sparks action in others, although they sometimes need help with finishing touches.
Men
Horse men are charming explorers who guard their independence. They commit when they feel respected rather than restrained.
Women
Horse women are radiant multi-hyphenates. They juggle passions gracefully and gravitate towards partners who cheer for their wild ideas.
Horse Element Combinations
Layer the five elements with the animal to understand how each sixty-year cycle expresses itself.
| Animal + Element | Key Traits |
|---|---|
| Wood Horse | Wood Horses are collaborative adventurers who love teaming up for bold quests. |
| Fire Horse | Fire Horses are trailblazers with unstoppable charisma and courage. |
| Earth Horse | Earth Horses are grounded doers who pair optimism with responsible planning. |
| Metal Horse | Metal Horses are strong-willed and disciplined, channelling passion into excellence. |
| Water Horse | Water Horses are intuitive storytellers who connect through art, travel, and heartfelt dialogue. |
Horse 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Fire (Yang) | February 17, 2026 | February 5, 2027 |
| 2014 | Wood (Yang) | January 31, 2014 | February 18, 2015 |
| 2002 | Water (Yang) | February 12, 2002 | January 31, 2003 |
| 1990 | Metal (Yang) | January 27, 1990 | February 14, 1991 |
| 1978 | Earth (Yang) | February 7, 1978 | January 27, 1979 |
| 1966 | Fire (Yang) | January 21, 1966 | February 8, 1967 |
| 1954 | Wood (Yang) | February 3, 1954 | January 23, 1955 |
| 1942 | Water (Yang) | February 15, 1942 | February 4, 1943 |
| 1930 | Metal (Yang) | January 30, 1930 | February 16, 1931 |