Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar.

This week’s new moon, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, will signal the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which this year is called the "Year of the Snake."

The Lunar New Year has arrived! Find out which animal correlates with you personally. The Chinese zodiac has 12 different animals which include the Dragon, Horse, Goat, Snake, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig,

The Year of the Wood Snake starts on January 29, 2025, and ends on February 16, 2026. Since the Chinese zodiac Wood Snake rules this year, all its zodiac pals and allies will witness prosperity. Meanwhile, Snake’s supposed ‘enemies’ are likely to witness misfortunes and should be extra cautious in their dealings.

The Year of the Wood Snake begins on January 29, the first day of Lunar New Year 2025. The holiday coincides with the first New Moon of 2025, (the lunation occurs in the sign Aquarius), and brings dreams into play.