You throw water on a fire to put it out, but can water sign Cancer and fire sign Aries create a spark? The answer: It’s complicated! In terms of astrological compatibility , Aries and Cancer form a square—a 90-degree angle—which in astrology a harsh connection associated with tension, difficulty, and drama. But astrological tension can lead to sexual tension, so don’t write off this pair entirely. Let’s talk specifics.

The Aries Basics

Dates: March 21 to April 19

Element: Fire

Modality: Cardinal

Ruler: Mars

Tarot card : The Emperor

Represented by: The ram

Famous Aries : Halle Bailey, Pedro Pascal, Mariah Carey, Lady Gaga, Sarah Jessica Parker, Keira Knightley, Reese Witherspoon, Randall Park, Jessica Chastain, Big Sean, Hayley Kiyoko

The Cancer Basics

Dates: June 21 to July 22

Element: Water

Modality: Cardinal

Ruler: The Moon

Tarot card: The Chariot

Represented by: The crab

Famous Cancers: Ariana Grande, Post Malone, Solange, Selena Gomez, Chloe Bailey, Khloé Kardashian, Tom Hanks, Meryl…