Chinese Zodiac 1990
1990 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Metal Horse
Animated, active, energetic, and freedom-loving
When does the 1990 zodiac year begin?
The Year of the Horse begins on Chinese New Year, January 27, 1990. People born before this date belong to the previous Chinese zodiac year; people born on or after it belong to the Horse sign.
Zodiac animal
Horse
Element
Metal
Chinese New Year
January 27, 1990
About the Horse sign
The 1990 cycle pairs the Horse with the traditional Metal element. The Horse sign is commonly associated with Yang energy and traits such as cheerful, independent, warm-hearted.
Explore the complete Horse zodiac guide โWhat is the 1990 Chinese zodiac?
In the Chinese zodiac calendar, 1990 is a Metal Horse year. The animal repeats every 12 years, while the animal-and-element pairing repeats every 60 years.
The important detail for a 1990 birth year is the boundary: anyone born before January 27, 1990 belongs to the previous zodiac year. Enter the full date of birth to check it accurately.
1990 Horse traits and lucky details
Common strengths
Cheerful, Independent, Warm-hearted.
Lucky numbers and colors
2, 3, 7 ยท Yellow, Green.
Other Horse years
1990 Chinese zodiac FAQ
What is the Chinese zodiac for 1990?
1990 is the Year of the Metal Horse. The zodiac year begins on January 27, 1990, not January 1.
What if I was born before Chinese New Year in 1990?
If your birthday is before January 27, 1990, your Chinese zodiac belongs to the previous zodiac year. Use the birth-date calculator for an exact answer.
What element is 1990 in the Chinese zodiac?
1990 is paired with the Metal element in the traditional 60-year Chinese zodiac cycle.