June Cancer vs July Cancer: What's the Difference?

In astrology, each sign is divided into three sections called decanates, or decans. These are roughly 10-day segments co-ruled by another planet of the same element. In my opinion, decans are really the main reason for differences between people of the same sign. The idea of June vs. July is related, but decans break it down in a more accurate way—every 10 days. The June/July question is common, but the differences are really based on these smaller divisions. Finally, the rest of your chart makes a big difference too. Your sun sign is only one small part of your astrological makeup.

There is such a difference between June and July cancers. The first deacon is June 21st through July 2nd . That's Cancer-Cancer, ruled by the moon – pure cancer energy. They're deeply intuitive, emotionally attuned, nurturers, think about the ocean tides. One moment they're peaceful, the next they're stormy. Their love is all-consuming and deeply protective. They can be a lot, and I love my cancers.

The second deacon is July 3rd through July 11th , co-ruled by Pluto. That’s Cancer-Scorpio flare. This is the emotional alchemist. They tend to be really sensitive, but with a little bit of an edge. They can be really possessive. They can be intense lovers. These cancers don't just feel things; they really transmute. They're also the witchy ones. Whenever I meet someone who's an astrologer, a healer, or into any of the esoteric stuff, they're always born between July 2nd and July 11th. They're like therapists, really into diving deep into the soul.

And the third deacon is July 12th through August 2nd . That’s Cancer-Pisces, co-ruled by Neptune. This is the dreamy mystic – still really watery, but a little more romantic, ethereal, spiritually attuned. These cancers are the ones that have the bleeding hearts, the big hearts, and a touch of divineness and sadness. They're very, very psychic, very, very mystical. I would say these are probably the most intuitive ones, but all cancers are intuitive.

Even though June and July Cancers have the same zodiac sign, the month a person was born in can change a few aspects of their personality. A June Cancer is known for being a little more nuturing and sensitive to their emotions. They form deep emotional connections with other people, and typically like to take care of others in their friendships and relationships.

July Cancers, on the other hand, may be a little more guarded and protective of their emotions. While they may come off a little uncaring at first, they take more time to let people into their inner circle and open up about their feelings. Because they aren't as vocal or visibly emotional, it might be a little tricky to sense how they're feeling right away.

If you want more info on how the sign affects personality and compatibility, check out our zodiac guide on Cancers .