Everything You Need to Know About Libra and Cancer Compatibility

Air signs like Libra and water signs like Cancer aren’t traditionally considered to be compatible, but there’s a lot to be said for this particular pairing. Both Libra and Cancer tend to be people-pleasers, they give a lot of importance to their relationships (with their partner, yes, but also with friends and family), and they love pretty things. Let’s talk about Libra and Cancer compatibility:

The Libra Basics

Dates: September 23 to October 22

Element: Air

Modality: Cardinal

Ruler: Venus

Tarot card: Justice

Represented by: The scales

Famous Libras: Kim Kardashian, Bella Hadid, Serena Williams, Will Smith, Gwyneth Paltrow, Cardi B, Doja Cat, Dakota Johnson, Jenna Ortega, Bruno Mars, Jimin, Zac Efron

The Cancer Basics

Dates: June 21 to July 22

Element: Water

Modality: Cardinal

Ruler: The Moon

Tarot card: The Chariot

Represented by: The crab

Famous Cancers: Ariana Grande, Post Malone, Solange, Selena Gomez, Chloe Bailey, Khloé Kardashian, Tom Hanks, Meryl Streep, Jaden Smith, Lana Del Rey, Jacob Elordi

Libra and Cancer: Personality Traits

The main thing Libra and Cancer have in common is that their relationships are super important to them. They love being in love! And when they’re dating someone, they’re devoted to them. They also really prioritize spending time with friends and family, and even have some great work friends.

Both Libra and Cancer are cardinal signs, meaning they're natural leaders and trendsetters...and can be just a little bit self-centered. However, Libra tends to be more of an outgoing social butterfly, while Cancer is the homebody of the zodiac. Cancer also tends to communicate more directly, while Libra can be non-confrontational.

Libra and Cancer: Friendship Compatibility

The hardest thing about these two might be meeting! Cancer loves to stay at home and Libra loves to go out, so where will they meet? And if these two do connect—say, they’re coworkers, classmates, or neighbors—they might not click immediately. Cancer might find outgoing Libra annoying, while Libra might think Cancer is a wet blanket. If they’re open to getting to know each other, though, they'll find that they both make loyal friends. They’re also both very emotionally intelligent and share interests in art and aesthetics.

Libra and Cancer: Sexual Compatibility

Here’s the thing: Libra and Cancer are both people-pleasers…which means that they both want to make sure that their partner has an ah-mazing time in bed with them, but it could also mean that both would rather be the giver than the receiver. If one of them can step up and take the receiver role, they’ll find that they’re very sexually compatible. In the zodiac, Libra and Cancer form an aspect (or angle) that astrologers call "square." This type of connection is associated with harsh or tense energy, but it's also associated with transformation...and sexual tension!

Libra and Cancer: Relationship Compatibility

A relationship between these two will come down to respecting each other’s differences and being comfortable with doing some things separately. Libra will probably want to go out a lot more often than Cancer does, but if Libra can go out with their friends while Cancer watches their favorite rom-com at home, that’s totally fine! The problem comes if Libra or Cancer expects their partner to always be by their side..or if their jealousy flares up when they're apart. Yeah, both signs can be a little bit jealous, too.

Libra and Cancer: Marriage Compatibility

If these two have made it to the altar, their relationship is in a good shape! They’ve probably worked on their communication and have a healthy appreciation for each other’s differences. One thing that will make this marriage last is that both signs are super-committed to their relationships, and they’re willing to put in the work to make it as strong as possible.

Libra and Cancer: Compatibility Summary

Let’s face it: These signs aren’t two that most astrologers would automatically put together. But if they’re dedicated to their relationship, they both have the stuff to make it work.

Famous Libra and Cancer Couples

Still together:

• Naomi Watts (Libra) and Billy Crudup (Cancer)

Broken up:

• Nick Cannon (Libra) and Jessica White (Cancer)

• Bella Thorne (Libra) and Tana Mongeau (Cancer)

• John Mayer (Libra) and Jessica Simpson (Cancer)

• Tommy Lee (Libra) and Pamela Anderson (Cancer)

• Elon Musk (Cancer) and Talulah Riley (Libra)

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