-236 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Rat
Learn what Chinese zodiac sign -236 is, plus Chinese New Year date, element, personality themes, and compatibility.
Chinese zodiac uses Chinese New Year boundaries. January and early February birthdays may belong to the previous zodiac year.
Quick Facts for -236
Zodiac sign
Rat
Chinese New Year date
late January or February
Five element
Wood
Cycle position
1 of 12
-236 Year of the Rat Meaning
In Chinese astrology, -236 belongs to the Rat branch. People born on or after late January or February in -236 are usually counted as Rat.
If born before late January or February, the sign is usually Unknown.
Read the full Rat profileRat Compatibility
Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Rat:
- Best matches: Dragon, Monkey
- Challenging matches: Horse, Goat
Other Rat Years
Years in the same 12-year cycle:
FAQ: -236 Chinese Zodiac
What Chinese zodiac is -236?
-236 is the Year of the Rat.
What element is -236 in Chinese zodiac?
-236 is a Wood Rat year in the sexagenary cycle.
How do I check January or February birthdays for -236?
Compare the birthday with late January or February. Before that date is usually Unknown year.