1648 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Rat

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1648 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 1648

Zodiac sign

Rat

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Earth

Cycle position

1 of 12

1648 Year of the Rat Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1648 belongs to the Rat branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1648 are usually counted as Rat.

If born before late January or February, the sign is usually Pig.

Read the full Rat profile

Rat Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Rat:

  • Best matches: Dragon, Monkey
  • Challenging matches: Horse, Goat
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Rat Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1648 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1648?

1648 is the Year of the Rat.

What element is 1648 in Chinese zodiac?

1648 is a Earth Rat year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1648?

Compare the birthday with late January or February. Before that date is usually Pig year.