Independent, intellectual, socially conscious, and perhaps just a bit eccentric that’s theAquariuspersonality in a nutshell.

People born between January 20 and February 18 are the free thinkers of the Western zodiac.

Aquarians are highly sociable sorts who make friends easily and work well in teams.

Purple Aquarius symbol in night sky

PerAstroStyle, they may even value their pals more highly than their romantic partnerships.

If they don’t answer your texts for a while, don’t take it personally.

They may have just decided to take a cross-country trip or run a webinar.

Three women laughing with iced coffee

Read on to see which zodiac signs make the best friends for the Water Bearer.

As a fellow air sign, the Twins share Aquarius' love of communicating and exploring.

Pls call!!!"

Libras and fellow Aquarians make compatible friends for similar reasons.

Certain other signs are less likely to be an Aquarius' ride-or-die.

Leos share their love of music and entertainment, but their intense emotions may overwhelm the more chill Aquarius.

(An Aquarius would have no problem putting out Halloween guest towels in July.)

But any good friendship involves compromise and acceptance of each other’s quirks.