1968 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Monkey

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1968 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 1968

Zodiac sign

Monkey

Chinese New Year date

January 30

Five element

Earth

Cycle position

9 of 12

1968 Year of the Monkey Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1968 belongs to the Monkey branch. People born on or after January 30 in 1968 are usually counted as Monkey.

If born before January 30, the sign is usually Goat.

Read the full Monkey profile

Monkey Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Monkey:

  • Best matches: Rat, Dragon
  • Challenging matches: Tiger, Pig
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Monkey Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1968 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1968?

1968 is the Year of the Monkey.

What element is 1968 in Chinese zodiac?

1968 is a Earth Monkey year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1968?

Compare the birthday with January 30. Before that date is usually Goat year.