1690 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1690 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 1690

Zodiac sign

Horse

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Metal

Cycle position

7 of 12

1690 Year of the Horse Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1690 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1690 are usually counted as Horse.

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

Read the full Horse profile

Horse Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Horse:

  • Best matches: Tiger, Dog
  • Challenging matches: Rat, Ox
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Horse Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1690 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1690?

1690 is the Year of the Horse.

What element is 1690 in Chinese zodiac?

1690 is a Metal Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1690?

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