Libra Compatibility: Which Signs Pair Best (and Worst) with This Romantic Air Sign

Whether you’re a seasoned astrology enthusiast or just starting out, there’s always more to discover — especially when it comes to Libra compatibility with other zodiac signs. As we enter a new sun sign season, understanding the shifts in zodiac energy can help decode Libra’s compatibility with others. Libra season – which runs from approximately September 22 to October 22 annually – might see you diving into your own birthday celebrations as a diplomatic, partnership-oriented, romantic Libra or fêteing others during this season and wondering about Libra compatibility. Which signs are most compatible or tend to clash with Venus-ruled Scales people? And why is that the case? 

Here’s what to know about Libra’s compatibility with each of the 12 signs.  

Libra compatibility with other zodiac signs: Who clicks best? 

These signs Libra is most inclined to find harmony with platonically, romantically or professionally.  

What signs are compatible with Libra: Gemini

The curious air sign, ruled by messenger Mercury, sits four signs — or 120 degrees — away from Libra, which means they form a trine, the most easy going angle that can exist between two signs. Trines occur between signs that share the same element, and in this case, both Gemini and Libra are air signs. That said, they’re equally cerebral, social as well as eager to be out and about and surrounded by other people. Their bond feels fun-loving, exciting and mentally-stimulating.

What signs are compatible with Libra: Aquarius 

Like Libra and Gemini, Libra and Aquarius are also 120 degrees apart or happily trine. As two social, people-loving and deeply humanitarian air signs, their connection feels natural. Quirky, Uranus-fueled Aquarius and sweet Venus-ruled Libra communicate both adore being a part of a group, serving as part of a team and feeling connected to their community. The only potential for clashing comes in the form of Aquarius’ fixed — and sometimes obstinate and contrarian — nature that might throw peace-loving Libra for a loop, but it’s easy enough for these two to find common ground.

What signs are compatible with Libra: Libra

When two people share the same sun sign, it’s considered conjunct (aka 0 degrees apart). And while you might imagine that sharing the same perspective, core identity and self-image sets the stage for bliss, not all of the 12 zodiac signs hit it off with someone born under the same sign. However, two Libras are typically set up for success, because both are equally adoring of bringing more beauty, peace and harmony into the world and, given their cardinality, dreaming up and launching large-scale endeavors. It does bear noting that because both are so conflict-averse, they might occasionally resort to passive-aggressive tendencies versus addressing a disagreement head-on. 

What signs are compatible with Libra: Leo 

The fixed fire sign, ruled by the confidence-inspiring sun, is two signs, or 60 degrees, away from Leo, which means that they form an easygoing sextile. Elegant Venus-ruled Libra, who certainly enjoys the finer things in life, gets a kick out of regal, natural-born leader Leo, who is drawn to all things dramatic, romantic, glamorous and luxurious. The two also share an affinity for expressing themselves creatively and ensuring their schedule includes time to catch up with existing friends as well as make new ones. This duo would also enjoy a day of retail therapy or being pampered at the spa.

What signs are compatible with Libra: Sagittarius  

Libra also sits two signs away from Sagittarius, the mutable fire sign, which means they are 60 degrees apart and form a friendly sextile. The Scales and the Archer both know how to tap into joie de vivre. They love being out in the world, entertaining and being entertained and spending time around lots of people. Libra may struggle with Sagittarius’s bold and outspoken nature, but they can still find common ground – these two are still more in sync than not. (Just look at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.)

Libra compatibility: Zodiac signs that aren’t compatible with Libra 

These are the signs Libra is most likely to face challenges with. 

What zodiac signs are not compatible with Libra: Cancer 

The cardinal water sign, ruled by the intuitive moon, is three signs, or 90 degrees, away from Libra, which means they form a difficult, albeit, at times, activating, square. Both are cardinal signs, so they’re both initiative-takers and visionaries. But their dispositions are quite different, which can make for some friction. The sign of the Scales is highly social, prefers to hear both sides of every case — sometimes to the point that they might struggle to take a stand — and avoids conflict at all costs. The homebody Crab might find Libra’s cerebral nature at odds with their preference to swim in deeply-felt emotions. That said, these two can connect on their shared love of all things beautiful, serene, comfy and cozy (think: a sumptuous, beautiful meal at a fine dining spot).

What zodiac signs are not compatible with Libra: Capricorn 

The cardinal earth sign, ruled by Saturn, just like Cancer, sits three signs, or 90 degrees, away from Libra, which means the two form a square, otherwise known as the toughest — though activating — angle that can exist between two signs. The good news: Both signs are motivated to see the big picture and kickstart large-scale endeavors. So, as a pair, they won’t shy away from taking on an ambitious project. However, Libra prefers to take a bubbly, artistic, social approach that might not be as hard and fast as the strategy that pragmatic, industrious Capricorn is generally looking for. 

What zodiac signs are not compatible with Libra: Aries 

The cardinal fire sign, ruled by Mars, the planet of aggression, is 180, or six signs, away from Libra, which means they form an opposition. Signs that oppose one another are like two sides of the same coin; one covers ground the other lacks, so in that way, they can very well complement one another. But in the case of Libra and Aries, complementing one another could be a taller order, because Libra’s main priority is to keep the peace and bring more balance into every environment and interaction while dynamic, impulsive Aries finds conflict and competition exhilarating and fun. That said, both are action-oriented, thrive on beginnings and love to be on the go, so there’s definitely potential to get on the same page.

Libra compatibility: Zodiac signs Libra might struggle with 

These signs tend to possess a different energy and perspective than Libra. 

What zodiac signs Libra might struggle with: Taurus

The fixed earth sign, which is also ruled by romantic Venus, is five signs, or 150 degrees, away from Libra, which means the two form a quincunx, a discordant aspect between two signs. The good news is that both signs, given their Venusian rulership, are pleasure-seeking, beauty-loving and big fans of making life more romantic and peaceful. But while a Scales person is generally airy, cerebral, social and lighthearted, someone born under the sign of the Bull is more deliberate, slower-paced, interested in sticking to what they know and not the biggest fan of flitting from one activity to the next. That said, they might have trouble understanding one another’s innate characteristics, but by tapping into the power of their ruling planet, there’s a chance that they’ll find common ground. 

What zodiac signs Libra might struggle with: Pisces

The mutable water sign, ruled by dreamy Neptune, is also five signs, or 150 degrees, away from Libra, forming a quincunx, which can be an awkward angle between two signs. This pair just has different priorities and perspectives, which can make it difficult for them to get in sync. While Libra would prefer to focus on tending to social relationships (specifically partnerships), launching new projects and infusing spaces with more beauty and balance, Pisces is invested in the otherworldly, ethereal, poetic and spiritual sides of life. Both are artistic romantics at heart, though, so that might be a helpful jumping off point for seeing eye-to-eye.

What zodiac signs Libra might struggle with: Virgo 

The mutable earth sign, ruled by messenger Mercury, sits 30 degrees apart from Libra, forming a semisextile. Because these two signs lack a common element or quality, it’s tougher for them to get in sync. Both signs are social and people-oriented, thanks to their ruling planets, so that’s certainly a point of connection. But as a cardinal sign — and an air sign — Libra isn’t the biggest fan of dealing with minutiae to hit their objectives, something that Virgo is laser-focused on. Still, both a Scales person and Maiden value mediation and doing the work to get in sync, so investing in mutual understanding could pay off.

What zodiac signs Libra might struggle with: Scorpio 

The fixed water sign, co-ruled by go-getter Mars and transformative Pluto, is 30 degrees apart from Libra, so the two form a semisextile, which can be challenging because the two don’t share the same element or the same quality, which means their needs and energy are quite different. A person born under the sign of the Scorpion is interested in claiming power, shedding light on the shadow side of life and accomplishing whatever objective they’ve set their sights on, which doesn’t exactly line up with Libra’s super-social, diplomatic, justice- and beauty-seeking style. Thankfully, this pair might find a joyful connection by focusing on just how relationship-oriented they both are.

Libra compatibility: The bottom line 

No matter where the cardinal air sign stands with one of the other 11 signs, it bears noting that compatibility between sun signs is just one piece of an extraordinarily complex, nuanced puzzle. To get the most accurate sense of how you connect or clash with another sign, you’ll do well to run your birth chart, which illustrates where all of the planets and luminaries (the sun and the moon) were when you came into the world. You could be surprised to learn that despite being born when the sun was moving through intimacy-seeking Scorpio, your moon or Venus is in an air sign (like Gemini or Aquarius) that makes it natural to hit it off with a sweet, beauty-loving, social butterfly Libra.