The Snake in the Chinese zodiac
In love, the Snake is deep, clever and attractive. It loves quietly and strongly and needs trust before it opens up.
The years of the Snake
The year begins with the Chinese New Year, the second new moon after the winter solstice (Beijing time). The table gives the first and last day of every year.
| Year | Animal and element | Begins | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1929 | Earth Snake | 10 February 1929 | 29 January 1930 |
| 1941 | Metal Snake | 27 January 1941 | 14 February 1942 |
| 1953 | Water Snake | 14 February 1953 | 2 February 1954 |
| 1965 | Wood Snake | 2 February 1965 | 20 January 1966 |
| 1977 | Fire Snake | 18 February 1977 | 6 February 1978 |
| 1989 | Earth Snake | 6 February 1989 | 26 January 1990 |
| 2001 | Metal Snake | 24 January 2001 | 11 February 2002 |
| 2013 | Water Snake | 10 February 2013 | 30 January 2014 |
| 2025 | Wood Snake | 29 January 2025 | 16 February 2026 |