What Does the Sun Mean in Astrology?

We break down your sun sign and what it represents

Your sun sign is a key astrological entry point. It’s determined by the position of the sun at the time of your birth. (In other words, the day that you’re born.) It shows your personality, preferences, and attitude.

The sun is associated with Leo. Both the celestial body and the fiery zodiac sign love to be the center of attention!

The sun takes about 30 days to move through a zodiac sign, and it never goes retrograde. When the sun goes into a new zodiac sign, you’ll feel the energy of that sign, even if it’s not your own.

Within the natal chart, the sun represents your ego, sense of self, and fundamental essence. The sun also exposes your unique “hero’s journey,” or the triumphs and trials experienced in your lifetime. Want to understand what your journey looks like? A Sanctuary astrologer can explain it for you in a reading. Get one now in the Sanctuary app!