When is Chinese New Year 2025? What Year of the Snake means for your zodiac sign

Chinese New Year is happening this week, as we enter The Year of the Wood Snake, the sixth position in the Chinese zodiac. But what does the Year of the Snake signify?

If you were born under the sign of the Snake, Chinese astrology suggests that you are wise, charming and elegant. The snake symbolises intuition, transformation, intelligence and strategy.

Tomorrow (January 29) marks the start of Chinese New Year, a celebration that lasts fifteen days. But what exactly is in store for you this Year of the Wood Snake, according to your Chinese zodiac sign?

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Astrologers at Psychic World teamed up with Inbaal Honigman, celebrity psychic and astrologer, to provide insight into what this Chinese New Year will bring. Here's everything you need to know about how this year will affect each sign in the Chinese zodiac.

What does the Year of the Snake mean for you?

Rat (1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)

Those born under this sign are witty, charming and ambitious. Their quick-thinking and problem-solving skills mean that they welcome big changes.

The Year of the Snake will be full of welcome change for them which they will find particularly exciting.

Ox (1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021)

The Ox is seen as honest, persistent and down to earth. If you're born under this sign, you may show qualities of perseverance, diligence and patience. The Ox can tolerate change as long as it’s in their favour.

This year will be mixed for those born in the Year of the Ox. While you may be reluctant to change at first, you will survive it, and even grow from it.

Tiger (1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022)

Tigers are strong and confident. Their qualities of leadership and strong work ethic mean that they can succeed no matter what year it is.

The year of the Snake will pose no challenges for them, and their confidence will carry them through with ease.

Rabbit (1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023)

Those born under the sign of the Rabbit are witty, vigilant and ingenious. Their quick mind means that they can adapt to all life's challenges.

Rabbits will enjoy the surprises that the year of the Snake will present them with.

Snake (1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)

If you were born under the sign of the Snake, you're likely seen as charming, elegant and wise. Your intuition and intelligence makes you flexible enough to thrive in any situation.

While the Year of the Snake is a year of big change for all, it will be especially transformational for you. Snake-born folk will find that the road rises to meet them this year.

Horse (1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014)

Horses are hardworking, independent and warm-hearted. Their speed, vitality and perseverance mean that they enjoy routine and predictability.

But this year might be a little too confusing for them. Horse-born individuals might struggle to adapt to the upcoming changes on the horizon.

Goat (1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015)

Compassion and creativity are traits of the goat, and everyone can benefit from their harmonious nature.

The year of the Snake with its twists and turns could be challenging for the Goat, as they prefer peace and quiet over big changes.

Monkey (1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016)

Monkey-born individuals are seen as quick-witted, smart and playful, and their entertaining nature makes them great friends.

The versatile, mischievous Monkey can out-Snake the Snake, and so they’ll enjoy all that this year throws at them.

Rooster (1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017)

Dedication, discipline and ambition are traits of the Rooster. Their motivation to succeed keeps them confident in everything they do.

Roosters could struggle to make their usual steady progress this year, as the Year of the Snake may move too fast for them.

Dog (1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018)

Dogs are steadfast, honest and reliable, and their loyalty and honesty makes them wonderful companions.

While they appreciate stability, the transformational nature of the Snake wouldn't be too much them. If a special friend leaves their lives, they’ll just make a new one.

Pig (1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019)

Calm and tolerance are known traits of the Pig, and their down-to-earth, easy-going personality is popular with all types of people.

But this year might be a bit jarring for them, with its sudden changes and complete transformation. However, the Pig is one of the luckiest signs, so those born under this sign will quickly find their feet.

Dragon (1928, 1940, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024)

Courage, enthusiasm and confidence are traits of the Dragon. They embrace change and help others who may struggle with it.

Now that the Year of the Dragon is ending, this year might require them to tone down their fire, though they are still urged to be themselves.

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