When Men of Each Zodiac Sign Are Most Likely to Cheat
Curious why men of the twelve zodiac signs cheat—and in what situations they’re most likely to be unfaithful? Below are five common moments when men of each of the twelve zodiac signs might stray.
Aries
Period One: When arguments escalate and neither side will compromise.
When an Aries loses their temper and their partner won’t back down, it’s hard to predict what they might do.
Period Two: When they spend too much time apart.
No matter how strong the relationship, too much time apart can create problems—especially for Aries, who hate being alone.
Period Three: When facing career setbacks without support from their spouse.
Aries value their pride; if they feel dismissed by a spouse, they may seek comfort elsewhere.
Period Four: When conflicts with in-laws leave them feeling adrift.
Faced with issues they can’t solve, Aries often need to vent and decompress.
Period Five: When life changes bring new status or money.
With newfound success, people often want to upgrade their lifestyle—and Aries are no exception.
Taurus
Period One: After the seven-year itch sets in.
While Taureans are steady and dislike change, they still enjoy trying new things.
Period Two: During a windfall that inflates the ego.
Even if they’re usually grounded, a sudden influx of money can awaken hidden desires.
Period Three: During a stretch of disappointment or a slump.
At these times, Taurus may crave warmth and reassurance to relax and rebuild confidence.
Period Four: When they run into an old flame.
Taurus can be sentimental; if the other person shows interest, they may find it hard to resist.
Period Five: When they suddenly receive attention from others.
Taurus often struggles with confidence; if someone shows genuine interest, they’re unlikely to refuse.
Gemini
Period One: When late-night outings turn into overnight stays.
Geminis love a good time, and when they’re out all night, anything can happen.
Period Two: When they feel their partner can’t meet their needs.
The desire is normal, but straightforward Geminis can be less patient during these moments.
Period Three: When they discover their partner is cheating.
In a burst of anger, Geminis may look for a rebound: “If you can do it, why can’t I?”
Period Four: When friends egg them on.
If a friend says, “I knew you wouldn’t dare,” a Gemini will shoot back, “Who says I wouldn’t?”
Period Five: When their partner is too busy.
If their partner has no time for them, Geminis may naturally look elsewhere for fun.
Cancer
Period One: When intimacy feels out of sync.
As Mencius said, “Food and sex are human nature.” Cancers place great importance on home and family life.
Period Two: When work stress is overwhelming.
When Cancer men need to vent but don’t want to burden their partner, they may be tempted to stray.
Period Three: When they’re simply too lonely.
If a Cancer is struggling on their own, expecting unwavering faithfulness can be unrealistic.
Period Four: After heated arguments with their spouse.
If Cancers can’t get the comfort and warmth they seek from their partner, they’ll look for it elsewhere.
Period Five: When their spouse is very strong or dominant.
If their wife is a high achiever, Cancer men’s self-esteem can take a hit.
Leo
Period One: When friends are out partying.
Leos are image-conscious and love the spotlight; if everyone’s doing it, they might too.
Period Two: When their partner is too controlling.
If a partner is overly strict with a Leo, it often triggers their rebellious streak.
Period Three: When they discover their partner is unfaithful.
Leo men take pride seriously; if their partner betrays them, they may retaliate.
Period Four: When their partner’s desire wanes.
Leos want passion from their partners; if interest fades, they may seek it elsewhere.
Period Five: When their partner is busy with the kids.
They don’t want to add to their partner’s burden, but they struggle with their own needs, too.
Virgo
Period One: After achieving career success.
Virgos value quality of life; once they’ve “made it,” they want to enjoy it.
Period Two: When they feel the need to prove they’ve still got it.
Facing a midlife crisis, Virgos may question life and resist the idea of aging.
Period Three: When their partner can’t meet their appetite for novelty.
If Virgo men crave more excitement and their partners can’t provide it, infidelity can feel like an outlet.
Period Four: When they act on impulse.
Don’t assume it can’t happen—impulsive choices are more common than you’d think.
Period Five: As their partner ages.
Some pragmatic Virgos may struggle to maintain desire as their partner grows older.
Libra
Period One: On a business trip with someone they’re attracted to.
Libras often seek understanding at work, making it easy to form close connections with colleagues.
Period Two: During work-related social events.
Sometimes Libras feel boxed in; at social functions, a few drinks can blur boundaries.
Period Three: When feeling worn out.
When Libras just want to relax and be pampered, the likelihood of cheating rises.
Period Four: When they’re no longer in love with their spouse.
Love is the core reason two people stay together; without it, infidelity can feel inevitable.
Period Five: When they feel inferior to their spouse.
Libra men can be prideful; if their wife seems stronger, they may seek someone who makes them feel more in control.
Scorpio
Period One: On a business trip with someone they’re attracted to.
Scorpios often seek understanding at work, making it easy to form close connections with colleagues.
Period Two: During work-related social events.
Sometimes Scorpios feel boxed in; at social functions, a few drinks can blur boundaries.
Period Three: When feeling worn out.
When Scorpios just want to relax and be pampered, the likelihood of cheating rises.
Period Four: When they’re no longer in love with their spouse.
Love is the core reason two people stay together; without it, infidelity can feel inevitable.
Period Five: When they feel inferior to their spouse.
Scorpio men can be prideful; if their wife seems stronger, they may seek someone who makes them feel more in control.
Sagittarius
Period One: While traveling and swept up in chance encounters.
Sagittarians love life on the road, where romantic opportunities abound.
Period Two: When lost in nostalgia.
Sensitive by nature, Sagittarians may reminisce about youth—and seek out younger partners.
Period Three: When they feel an intense connection with someone.
If both people are willing, Sagittarians may see a one-night stand as fine—and move on afterward.
Period Four: When the mood is just right.
Privacy, mutual restlessness, and the right lighting and atmosphere can set the stage.
Period Five: When they feel belittled by their spouse.
Whether due to career setbacks or physical insecurities, Sagittarians may seek validation elsewhere.
Capricorn
Period One: When they want to prove their appeal.
After success, Capricorns often want to attract admirers to affirm their allure.
Period Two: Under the sway of bad-influence friends.
You’re the company you keep—Capricorns can be pulled off course by the wrong crowd.
Period Three: When their partner lets their appearance slide.
It’s natural to want to look good; even if Capricorns understand their partner’s challenges, resentment can creep in.
Period Four: After learning they have a serious illness.
When life feels finite, bucket-list impulses kick in—they may try things they never have before.
Period Five: When they suddenly come into money.
Capricorns aren’t inclined to sit on cash; once they have it, spending—and temptation—follows.
Aquarius
Period One: After drinking.
No matter how strong an Aquarius’s self-control, a few drinks can lower inhibitions.
Period Two: When they run into an ex.
Aquarians don’t quickly forget past loves; meeting again can feel like fate.
Period Three: When their partner is away visiting family.
Many have been there—when their partner is away, an Aquarius’s eyes may wander.
Period Four: When chasing excitement.
Sometimes Aquarius men enjoy the drama and suspense of leading a double life.
Period Five: When they want to escape life’s pressures.
Married Aquarians may fall for someone when they can’t bear reality’s weight, using it as a temporary escape.
Pisces
Period One: Born romantics.
Pisces men are natural flirts who enjoy romantic encounters with different women.
Period Two: Nostalgic for youth.
Sometimes Pisces men cheat to chase echoes of their younger days and sweet memories—not necessarily for love.
Period Three: Due to work-related socializing.
In a world of bright lights and wine, impressionable Pisces may feel pressured into insincere behavior to gain trust.
Period Four: Inspired by movies or novels.
Pisces love to fantasize and may blur the line between art and life, imagining real life can mirror fiction’s lack of consequences.
Period Five: When they lose their zest for life.
Feeling helpless or inadequate, Pisces men may seek comfort in someone new.