As 2026 approaches, curiosity is building about the energies that will shape the year ahead and how they’ll impact individual lives. The upcoming Chinese New Year will be governed by the Fire Horse, a potent influence promising a dynamic, challenging cycle—but also periods of exceptional luck for certain signs poised for easier advancement. Chinese Horoscope predictions can help identify these opportunities and plan accordingly. Knowing your animal sign within the Chinese zodiac is key to understanding what the year may hold.
The Chinese zodiac consists of 12 animals that cycle annually, each assigned to a year of birth and representing unique traits and energies. In order, these signs are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Which animal represents you?
WHAT ANIMAL AM I IN THE CHINESE HOROSCOPE?
The 12 signs of the Chinese horoscope, in sequence, are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Your birth year also determines your corresponding element—Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, or Earth. Here’s a breakdown of which animal you belong to, based on your birthday:
- Rat: 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
- Ox: 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
- Tiger: 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
- Rabbit: 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
- Dragon: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
- Snake: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
- Horse: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
- Goat: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027
- Monkey: 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028
- Rooster: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
- Dog: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030
- Pig: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031
CHINESE HOROSCOPE 2026: WHICH SIGNS WILL ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN 2026?
Astrologer Ludovica Squirru’s predictions for 2026 indicate the Year of the Fire Horse will bring decisive movements, profound transformations, and long-awaited rewards for some. Here are the signs expected to thrive:
Rat: 2026 promises a period of unlocking potential and growth, particularly in your career. Opportunities for advancement, clearer decision-making, and emotionally favorable choices are on the horizon.
Chinese horoscope 2025 for the rat in the year of the Yin Wood Snake. (Image: ShutterStock)
Ox: During 2026, letting go of control and finding emotional balance will be crucial. Strengthening connections will be key to restoring well-being and bringing order to daily life.
The Year of the Water Rabbit was challenging for the Buffaloes, but this 2024, with the arrival of the Wood Dragon, the forecast is encouraging (Photo: Freepik)
Tiger: In 2026, expect activation of new projects, more strategic decision-making, and a renewed creative impulse that combats burnout.
Tigers are people of action, they are always behind a goal and intervene in social, political or any kind of events (Photo: Freepik)
Rabbit: In 2026, emotional healing and greater clarity in relationships are favored. Workplace progress will be steady, with the key lesson being establishing boundaries without guilt.
Look at the best predictions that the Chinese Horoscope 2023 has in store in the year of the Water Rabbit. (Photo: Freepik).
Dragon: 2026 is an ideal year for expansion and leadership, offering opportunities to shine and make impactful decisions. The challenge will be balancing ambition with necessary rest to ensure lasting success.
Dragons are placed above doors or on top of ceilings to banish demons and evil spirits (Photo: Freepik)
