1882 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1882 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 1882

Zodiac sign

Horse

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Water

Cycle position

7 of 12

1882 Year of the Horse Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1882 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1882 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: 1882 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1882?

1882 is the Year of the Horse.

What element is 1882 in Chinese zodiac?

1882 is a Water Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1882?

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