Zodiac Sign Calculator Sun, Moon & Rising

Zodiac Sign Calculator

Your Zodiac Signs

Sun Sign
Moon Sign
Rising Sign (Ascendant)
Note: This calculator provides approximate zodiac signs based on standard astrological calculations. For precise chart calculation, consult a professional astrologer.

What is a Sun Sign?

Your Sun sign is the zodiac sign where the Sun was at the time of your birth. It shows your:

  • Personality and ego
  • Strengths and life direction
  • How you shine in the world

Example: A Leo Sun is bold, creative, and expressive, while a Virgo Sun is practical, thoughtful, and detail-oriented.

What is a Moon Sign?

Your Moon sign is where the Moon was when you were born. It changes every 2.5 days, so even people with the same Sun sign can feel very different inside.

It rules your:

  • Emotions and instincts
  • Inner needs and comfort zone
  • Subconscious reactions

Example: A Cancer Moon needs emotional security and nurturing, while a Gemini Moon seeks variety, conversation, and stimulation.

What is a Rising Sign?

Your Rising sign, also called the Ascendant, is the zodiac sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the exact time of your birth. That’s why the birth time is essential for this calculation.

It shapes your:

  • First impressions on others
  • Physical appearance and style
  • The “mask” you show the world

Example: A Scorpio Rising comes across as intense and magnetic, while a Libra Rising feels warm, balanced, and approachable.

How the Zodiac Trio Calculator Works

Our calculator combines all three signs in one easy tool:

  1. Enter your birth date.
  2. Enter your exact birth time.
  3. Click Calculate My Signs.
  4. Instantly reveal your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs, plus their elements and traits.

The results also include:

  • Dominant Element (Fire, Earth, Air, Water) → shows the strongest energy in your chart.
  • Chart Pattern (Triple, Dual, or All Different) → shows if your signs share energy or bring balance.

Try it now with your own birth details using the calculator above.

Why Your Big Three Matter

Most people know their Sun sign, but that’s just the surface. The Sun, Moon, and Rising together create your full personality blueprint.

  • Sun = The “self” you identify with
  • Moon = Your private emotional world
  • Rising = The way others see you

This trio explains why you might not “feel” like your Sun sign sometimes—because your Moon and Rising add depth, contrast, or even conflict.

Example:

  • Sagittarius Sun, Cancer Moon, Virgo Rising → Adventurous at heart, but secretly sensitive, with a careful and modest outward style.
  • Capricorn Sun, Aquarius Moon, Gemini Rising → Ambitious, visionary, and socially quick-witted.

The Four Elements in Your Big Three

Every zodiac sign belongs to one of four elements:

  • Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) → Passion, drive, confidence
  • Earth (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) → Stability, practicality, patience
  • Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) → Ideas, curiosity, communication
  • Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) → Feelings, intuition, sensitivity

Your calculator results will highlight which element dominates your Sun, Moon, and Rising. This balance explains your natural flow and energy.