When it comes to compatibility, Virgo and Aquarius aren’t two zodiac signs you’d automatically put together. Virgo is an earth sign and Aquarius is an air sign, and these elements typically clash. In the zodiac, they form a 150 angle called a quincunx, indicating an awkward and even uncomfortable energy. And yet there’s something intriguing about this pair. Let’s talk about it:

The Virgo Basics

Dates: August 23 to September 22

Element: Earth

Modality: Mutable

Ruler: Mercury

Represented by: The maiden

Tarot card: the Hermit

Famous Virgos: Beyoncé, Zendaya, Keke Palmer, Sofia Richie, Prince Harry, Keanu Reeves, Salma Hayek, Blake Lively, Sydney Sweeney, Nick Jonas, Chris Pine, John Mulaney, Lili Reinhart, Jason Derulo, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Ava DuVernay, Melissa McCarthy

The Aquarius Basics

Dates: January 20 to February 18

Element: Air

Modality: Fixed

Ruler: Uranus

Represented by: The water-bearer

Tarot card: The Star

Famous Aquariuses: Harry Styles, Megan Thee Stallion, Michael B. Jordan, The Weeknd, Shakira, Yara Shahidi, Kerry Washington, Jennifer Aniston, Paris Hilton, Alicia Keys, Emma Roberts, Elijah Wood, Cristiano Ronaldo, Stephanie Beatriz, Elizabeth Olsen, Julia Fox

Virgo and Aquarius: Personality Traits

Virgo and Aquarius have a few major differences. As an earth sign, Virgo is very in tune with the world around them—the things they can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. On the other hand, Aquarius is more interested in the unseen—concepts like the future, ideas, and time itself. To put it another way, Aquarius focuses on the big picture while Virgo is all about the details.

However, Virgo and Aquarius share some important traits and values. Both have a reputation for being a little bit reserved or aloof, preferring to observe rather than stand in the spotlight. Both are incredibly caring people who want to make the world a better place, though Aquarius is more likely to focus on working towards a big humanitarian cause while Virgo will focus on helping out their loved ones, one by one. Plus, both are incredibly intelligent, too.

Virgo and Aquarius: Friendship Compatibility

If Virgo and Aquarius can get to know each other, they might find that for all their differences, they really admire each other. If they get to know each other on a deeper level, they can help each other grow and become incredibly close. But the difficulty is getting to know each other. Neither sign is particularly outgoing or open with people they don’t know well, and even if they’re placed together—like in a class, a sports team, or at work—Virgo and Aquarius might keep to themselves and miss out on the opportunity to form an incredible friendship with each other.

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Virgo and Aquarius: Sexual Compatibility

These two signs can have some ah-mazing sexual chemistry! Both are surprisingly kinky. Aquarius is known for their creativity and open mind, and in bed, this means that they want to try every kink, sex position, role play scenario, etc. you can think of. They likely have a penchant for sex toys in particular. For their part, Virgo is a mutable sign, meaning they’re also naturally open-minded and adaptable. Plus, Virgo is a people pleaser, including in the bedroom. They just want to make their partner feel good!

Virgo and Aquarius: Relationship Compatibility

If Virgo and Aquarius can actually get to know each other and start dating (see “Friendship Compatibility” above for the difficulties on that), they can have an incredibly rewarding relationship. They’re both incredibly caring and loyal partners who will support each other through anything and challenge each other to grow. They both value their “alone time,” too—which means that neither will get annoyed when the other wants a solo night in. However, it’s important for them to schedule quality together time, too, or they run the risk of living separate lives and never seeing each other!

Virgo and Aquarius: Marriage Compatibility

Along with everything I just said about relationships, Virgo and Aquarius run the risk of Aquarius steamrolling Virgo. See, Virgo is a total people-pleaser and Aquarius is incredibly stubborn. When they disagree on something, Virgo will probably give in just to make Aquarius happy. Virgo is als not the best with direct communication, so they will probably let resentment build up until they explode! To save this, Aquarius needs to make sure they’re hearing out Virgo’s POV and both signs need to try to be fair with each other.

Virgo and Aquarius: Compatibility Summary

All in all, Virgo and Aquarius aren’t two signs that astrologers would automatically pair together the way they would, say, Aquarius and Gemini or Virgo and Taurus. However, if they make an effort to get to know and truly understand each other, Virgo and Aquarius can have an incredibly rewarding relationship.

Famous Virgo and Aquarius Couples

Together:

• Alicia Keys (Aquarius) and Swizz Beatz (Virgo)

• Hugh Grant (Virgo) and Anna Eberstein (Aquarius)

• Rupert Grint (Virgo) and Georgia Groom (Aquarius)

• Lea Michele (Virgo) and Zandy Reich (Aquarius)

• Michelle Williams (Virgo) and Thomas Kail (Aquarius)

Broken up:

• Keke Palmer (Virgo) and Darius Jackson (Aquarius)

• Justin Timberlake (Aquarius) and Cameron Diaz (Virgo)

• Charlie Sheen (Virgo) and Denise Richards (Aquarius)

• Harry Styles (Aquarius) and Erin Foster (Virgo)

• Lance Armstrong (Virgo) and Sheryl Crow (Aquarius)

More Pairings for Virgo and Aquarius

Virgo:

• Virgo and Gemini

• Virgo and Cancer

• Virgo and Leo

• Virgo and Virgo

• Virgo and Libra

• Virgo and Scorpio

• Virgo and Sagittarius

Aquarius:

• Aquarius and Gemini

• Aquarius and Cancer

• Aquarius and Leo

• Aquarius and Sagittarius

• Aquarius and Pisces

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