YOUR SKY ATLAS · THE FIRST LIGHT ON YOUR HORIZON
Rising Sign Calculator
Calculate your Ascendant sign and degree using your recorded local birth time and birthplace.
How to Use This Calculator
- Select the birth date and enter the local time from a reliable record. A known time is required.
- Search for the birthplace and select the matching city, region, and country.
- Select “Find My Rising Sign.” Review the calculated details before reading the interpretation.
Understanding Your Rising Sign
Your Rising sign is the sign crossing the eastern horizon at birth. It depends on Earth’s rotation and your location, so a date alone is insufficient. In astrology, it describes how you meet unfamiliar experiences and helps orient the chart’s houses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rising the same as Ascendant?
Yes. Rising sign refers to the zodiac sign of the Ascendant. The degree gives its more precise position within that sign.
Can I estimate my Rising sign without a time?
This calculator requires a known birth time. A broad estimate can cross several signs, so check a birth certificate or other contemporary record before relying on the result.
Calculation Method and Limitations
All tools share local Swiss Ephemeris calculations, tropical zodiac, and historical IANA time-zone conversion. Unknown times limit the precision of degrees, houses, angles, and aspects. Read the full method and limitations or review Source & License.