If you were born on February 29, your zodiac sign is Pisces. The Sun occupies approximately 11° Pisces on this date, placing you in the 2nd decan ruled by Moon.
Best Compatibility for February 29
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Pisces & Cancer
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Pisces & Scorpio
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Pisces & Taurus
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Cancer provides the emotional safety and nurturing devotion that Pisces needs to feel secure. Scorpio meets Pisces' depth with matching intensity and protective loyalty. Taurus grounds Pisces' ethereal nature with sensual stability and unwavering presence.
Your Decan: 2nd Decan of Pisces
Each zodiac sign spans 30° of the ecliptic, divided into three decans of 10° each. Born on February 29 at approximately 11° Pisces, you fall in the 2nd decan (10°–20° Pisces).
While Pisces is ruled by Neptune, your 2nd decan is sub-ruled by Moon. This adds a distinctive layer: Moon's influence blends with Neptune's core energy, giving you qualities that set you apart from other Pisces natives in different decans.
Lucky Numbers, Colors & Symbols
Lucky Numbers
11, 20, 29, 38
Lucky Color
Sea Green
Lucky Day
Thursday
Birthstone
Amethyst
Birth Flower
Violet
Healing Crystal
Chrysocolla
Sabian Symbol
"Men traveling a narrow path, seeking illumination"
Numerology
11
Season
Winter
Element
Water
Modality
Mutable
Historical Events on February 29
- • 1504: Christopher Columbus uses a lunar eclipse to frighten Jamaican natives into providing supplies
- • 1692: First warrants are issued in the Salem witch trials
- • 1940: Hattie McDaniel becomes the first African American to win an Academy Award
- • 2020: United States signs a peace deal with the Taliban in Doha, Qatar
Frequently Asked Questions
What zodiac sign is February 29?
If you were born on February 29, your zodiac sign is Pisces. The Sun occupies approximately 11° Pisces on this date, placing you in the 2nd decan ruled by Moon. Swiss Ephemeris calculations confirm this position based on the Sun's annual path through the ecliptic.
What are the personality traits of someone born on February 29?
People born on February 29 are Pisces natives with Water element energy and Mutable modality. The 2nd decan sub-ruled by Moon adds a distinctive layer to the core Pisces personality, making these individuals unique among their sign.
Who is February 29 most compatible with?
February 29 Pisces natives are most compatible with signs that share the Water element (trine aspect) or complementary elements. Check the compatibility section above for specific sign matches and the best romantic dates.
What is the birthstone for February 29?
The traditional birthstone for people born on February 29 is Amethyst. The decan-specific healing crystal is Chrysocolla, which resonates with the Moon-influenced energy of the 2nd decan of Pisces.
What decan is February 29?
February 29 falls in the 2nd decan of Pisces (approximately 11° Pisces). This decan is sub-ruled by Moon, which adds complementary energy to the core Pisces traits.
What famous people were born on February 29?
While our celebrity database is still growing, all people born on February 29 share the Pisces Sun sign at approximately 11° with Moon decan influence.
What is the lucky number for someone born on February 29?
The numerology root for February 29 is 11. Lucky numbers include 11, 20, 29, 38. The lucky day is Thursday (ruled by Neptune), and the lucky color is Sea Green.
What element is February 29?
February 29 belongs to the Water element through Pisces. Water signs are known for intuition, emotional depth, and empathy.
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