December Zodiac Sign (Decans & Signs Explained)

Each of the twelve zodiac signs contains three decans giving nuance to the zodiac sign personalities. Thus, various birthdays under the same sign can have different traits.

People born during December may be adventure seekers or cautious traditionalists depending on when their birthday falls. Even different Sagittarius birthdays produce different personalities.

Each December zodiac sign personality has a planetary influencer that gives unique attributes. Understanding each decan is essential to understanding December’s birthday personalities.

December Zodiac Calendar

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December 1: Sagittarius (1st Decan)

People born on December 1 are in the first decan of Sagittarius. They embody the most intense Sagittarius traits. Jupiter is their planetary ruler, making them confident, expansive, and philosophical.

They are truth-seekers who are idealistic and opinionated. People born during the first decan of Sagittarius are inspiring and optimistic. They can be grandiose, but they strive to help others expand their thinking.

They are scientific and fascinated by studying innovation and technology but can also lean on spiritual beliefs. They love learning about different cultures, religions, and spiritual teachings. People born during this time can be insightful and philosophical.

They are generous and can be giving, loyal, and uplifting. People born during the first decan of Sagittarius can be avid travelers, eager to see the world. They are passionate, courageous, and intense.

Sagittarius people born in early December are excellent leaders. They naturally show initiative and follow their instincts. They are the most intellectual of all the fire signs.

The December zodiac sign element for Sagittarius is fire, and like this element, they are daring, energetic, and illuminating. They can be cheerful and charismatic and spread their insights and hopeful perspectives.

People born during the first decan of Sagittarius can be regal and enthusiastic. They are confident and help others believe in their highest potential.

People born during this decan make excellent leaders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, coaches, and professors. They help others expand their wisdom and perspectives. They can be opinionated, intellectual, and determined to succeed.

They are playful and flirty in love but reluctant to settle down in relationships. People born during the first decan of Sagittarius can be the most independent people born under this sign.

They love freedom and fear others will smother them if they commit to a relationship. Sagittarius people born during the first decan intentionally avoid serious relationships until they are sure their love interest won’t stifle their independence.

They have many positive attributes but also have some flaws to overcome. People born during the first decan of Sagittarius are notoriously bad with money. They are gamblers by nature, and money often slips through their fingers.

December 2-11: Sagittarius (2nd Decan)

People born between December 2 and December 11 are in the second decan of Sagittarius. Mars is the planetary co-ruler of this decan. Their birthdays are also called an “Aries decan” of Sagittarius.

People born between December 2 and December 11 can be the most energetic of all Sagittarius people. They are intense, focused, and obsessive. They can be more competitive than other Sagittarius as well.

The second decan of Sagittarius is associated with people who are athletes, military or law enforcement, or creative professionals. They have more militant attitudes than other Sagittarius people.

People born during the second decan of Sagittarius can be determined and often succeed because they are tenacious and focused. They are strong-willed and can be more focused than others born during this time.

They are generous and protective of their loved ones. All Sagittarius people can be encouraging and inspiring, yet those born during the second decan of this sign have strong personalities.

They can be self-righteous and believe their ideas and beliefs are the best. People born during this time can be optimistic and confident. They are inspiring to others and try to bring out the best in everyone they meet.

Although they have many positive traits, people born during the second decan of Sagittarius have some flaws to overcome. Without the eternally cheerful disposition of their first decan peers, they can be temperamental.

Their competitive nature can compel them to burn bridges and undermine their success. They can be impulsive and may act on instinct without planning and strategizing.

People born during the second decan of Sagittarius are more passionate and sensual in love. They are more likely to pursue their love interest with zeal and can be eager to settle down.

Unlike other Sagittarius people, second decan Sagittarius people are less guarded. They show their passions openly and may be possessive and jealous in relationships.

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December 12-21: Sagittarius (3rd Decan)

People born between December 12 and December 21 are in the third decan of Sagittarius. People born during this decan are influenced by the Sun. Their decan is referred to as the “Leo decan” of Sagittarius.

People born during this time are cheerful, optimistic, and friendly. They are among the most outgoing and generous of all Sagittarius people. They can be creative and artistic.

People born during the third decan of Sagittarius can be natural performers. They are excellent storytellers and can use their creative gifts to influence others. They are persuasive and encouraging.

People born during this time can be inspiring and uplifting. They help others live up to their best potential. The third decan Sagittarius people can be youthful and caring. They are friendly and easily make friends anywhere they go.

They excel in careers related to advocating for others. They are natural leaders, entertainers, and entrepreneurs. They make excellent athletes, performers, and CEOs.

People born during the December zodiac sign of Sagittarius can be passionate and charismatic. They are popular and can be admired and adored by others. They find romantic partners and can be flirty and playful in love.

They are more romantic in love than other Sagittarius people. They see the best in others and are eager to share their adventures with a partner. They need a partner who is as spontaneous as they are.

People born during the third decan of Sagittarius are eager to pursue their dreams and encourage others to do the same. They can illuminate higher truths and their spiritual and philosophical perspectives can help others find purpose and healing.

For the third decan Sagittarius person born during the December zodiac, meaning is found through aligning their career and philosophical beliefs. They are idealists who take a moral approach to their mission and work.

People born during the December zodiac sign dates of December 12 through December 21 take integrity and beliefs seriously but can also be playful. They have a great sense of humor and can easily entertain others.

December 22-31: Capricorn (1st Decan)

People born between December 22 and December 31 are born during the first decan of Capricorn. People born during the Capricorn December decan have dramatically different personalities than their predecessors born under Sagittarius.

The zodiac sign for Capricorn is patient, traditional, and efficient. The December zodiac element is earth. People born during Capricorn are practical, grounded, and stable.

Saturn is their planetary ruler. They have a good sense of timing and are concerned with rules, laws, order, and structure. Capricorn can also be associated with restrictions and karma.

The December zodiac color associated with the first decan of Capricorn is black. People born during this time often feel secure wearing dark colors and prefer earthy neutral tones.

The second of the December zodiac signs is hard-working and reliable. They are honest and timely. Capricorn people are productive and work diligently to set a stable foundation.

The December zodiac animal is the mythical Seagoat. Their symbol has the body of a goat with the tail of a fish. The December zodiac symbol represents the blend of their traditional and primal nature and their practical, down-to-earth side.

The December zodiac personality for Capricorn is serious. They often seem more mature than their age. They appear older than they are and get along well with elderly people.

Capricorns are traditionalists who look to the past for guidance. They are cautious and strategic and can be reluctant to try new things. They rely on traditions and are stubborn and devoted.

Capricorn people can be faithful, dependable, and reliable. They are eager to follow traditions from the past and avoid innovation. They can be excellent CEOs and business people however they prefer working behind the scenes and avoiding the spotlight.

People born during the first decan of Capricorn are self-disciplined. They follow schedules and routines without alteration to their plans. They don’t adapt well to changes yet can be level-headed and strategic.

They excel in bureaucratic careers. People born during Capricorn are excellent historians. They are methodical and content to humbly assist others. They don’t seek status and fame but are happy to get their work completed.

They are thoughtful and considerate, always thinking of the legacy they will leave to society. They plan for security for generations to come. People born during the Capricorn season can be determined to succeed. They are often financially stable, yet they aren’t materialistic.

The first decan Capricorn personality is the most frugal of all those born under this sign. They make resources stretch and can be conservationists.

They are friendly and charming, yet they may be loners. Capricorns born during the first decan of this sign are cautious in love. They date someone for a long time before settling down.

People born during this sign crave stability and security. They see marriage as the ultimate goal of romantic relationships. They are eager to settle down once they are secure in a relationship. They can be protective of their families and are excellent providers and caretakers.

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People Born in December

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