2049 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Snake

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 2049 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 2049

Zodiac sign

Snake

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Earth

Cycle position

6 of 12

2049 Year of the Snake Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 2049 belongs to the Snake branch. People born on or after late January or February in 2049 are usually counted as Snake.

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

Read the full Snake profile

Snake Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Snake:

  • Best matches: Ox, Rooster
  • Challenging matches: Pig, Tiger
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Snake Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 2049 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 2049?

2049 is the Year of the Snake.

What element is 2049 in Chinese zodiac?

2049 is a Earth Snake year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 2049?

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