Chinese Zodiac 2016
2016 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Fire Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious, and mischievous
When does the 2016 zodiac year begin?
The Year of the Monkey begins on Chinese New Year, February 8, 2016. People born before this date belong to the previous Chinese zodiac year; people born on or after it belong to the Monkey sign.
Zodiac animal
Monkey
Element
Fire
Chinese New Year
February 8, 2016
About the Monkey sign
The 2016 cycle pairs the Monkey with the traditional Fire element. The Monkey sign is commonly associated with Yang energy and traits such as intelligent, witty, versatile.
Explore the complete Monkey zodiac guide โWhat is the 2016 Chinese zodiac?
In the Chinese zodiac calendar, 2016 is a Fire Monkey year. The animal repeats every 12 years, while the animal-and-element pairing repeats every 60 years.
The important detail for a 2016 birth year is the boundary: anyone born before February 8, 2016 belongs to the previous zodiac year. Enter the full date of birth to check it accurately.
2016 Monkey traits and lucky details
Common strengths
Intelligent, Witty, Versatile.
Lucky numbers and colors
1, 7, 8 ยท White, Blue, Gold.
Other Monkey years
2016 Chinese zodiac FAQ
What is the Chinese zodiac for 2016?
2016 is the Year of the Fire Monkey. The zodiac year begins on February 8, 2016, not January 1.
What if I was born before Chinese New Year in 2016?
If your birthday is before February 8, 2016, your Chinese zodiac belongs to the previous zodiac year. Use the birth-date calculator for an exact answer.
What element is 2016 in the Chinese zodiac?
2016 is paired with the Fire element in the traditional 60-year Chinese zodiac cycle.