Thursday, 4th December 2025 in Greifswald

Welcome to your daily snapshot of Greifswald! It's International Cheetah Day. Explore 68 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in Greifswald. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in Greifswald brings cloudy with temperatures between 0°C and 3°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Sagittarius. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Thursday, 4th December in Greifswald, DE.

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Greifswald, located in northeastern Germany on the Baltic coast, is a university city with a population of approximately 59,000 residents. The city is known for its medieval architecture and serves as a centre for marine research and science.

On Thursday, 4th December 2025, Greifswald experiences cloudy weather with a waning crescent moon visible in the sky. Those born on this date fall under the zodiac sign of Sagittarius, characterised by traits associated with exploration and intellectual curiosity.

Throughout history, 4th December has witnessed significant moments that reshaped nations and institutions. In 1980, the English rock group Led Zeppelin officially disbanded, marking the end of an era in rock music history. Meanwhile, in 2012, Il Canto degli Italiani officially became the national anthem of Italy, 66 years after it was provisionally chosen following the birth of the Italian Republic. These events demonstrate how a single date can mark transformative moments across different spheres of society, from popular culture to national identity. The historical record reveals that 4th December has consistently served as a focal point for significant developments that continue to influence our contemporary world.

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What the Weather Had in Store for Greifswald on 4th December 2025

Cloudy

Sunrise 09:07
Sunset 16:45
Sunshine duration 01:07 hours
Daylight duration 07:38 hours

Maximum temperature 3.5°C
Minimum temperature 0.6°C

Wind speed 15.1km/h from SSE
Precipitation 0mm

A pillar bears greater weight when space surrounds it.

Fortune of the Day

4th December in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces

Today, the zodiac sign Pisces celebrates its birthday.

Personality Profile

Personality Those born on December 4th embody classic Sagittarius energy with a pronounced thirst for knowledge and adventure. Their direct, honest nature makes them authentic conversationalists who seek depth and avoid superficial exchanges.

Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strength lies in optimistic outlook and philosophical understanding of complex topics. Sometimes they appear impatient or overly blunt; a tendency toward over-optimism can create unrealistic expectations.

Love These individuals need partners who respect their freedom and share intellectual adventures. They show loyalty through honesty rather than conformity—seeking soul affinity over mere security.

Caree & Finance Careers in education, journalism, or travel industry appeal to them. They achieve financial stability through persistence; their generosity requires conscious budget planning.

Health Regular physical activity and mental stimulation are essential for their wellbeing. They should channel restless tendencies to avoid burnout and ensure adequate rest.


That night, the moon was in its waning crescent phase.


Chinese year of the Snake (Wood).

Fun Facts About 4th December

Name Days in Your Language: Ada, Adah, Adina, Aida, Babette, Barbara, Barbie, Barbra, Osman, Osmond


Someone born on this day would be just 129 days old today — roughly 3,110 hours, 186,606 minutes, or 11,196,404 seconds spent on Earth so far.


It's the 338. day of the year.


There are 27 days still to come.


We’re currently in Week 49 — the year marches on.

Famous Birthdays on 4th December

  • Jackson Holliday, American baseball player (2003)
  • Kim Do-ah, South Korean singer and actress (2003)
  • María Dueñas, Spanish violinist and composer (2002)
  • Kim Do-yeon, South Korean singer and actress (1999)
  • Kang Mi-na, South Korean actress and singer (1999)
  • Diogo Jota, Portuguese footballer (died 2025) (1996)
  • Sebastián Vegas, Chilean footballer (1996)
  • Gabriel Lundberg, Danish basketball player (1994)
  • Robin Bruyère, Belgian politician (1992)
  • Peta Hiku, New Zealand rugby league player (1992)

Lives Remembered on 4th December

  • Princess Birgitta of Sweden, Swedish royal (born 1937) (2024)
  • Bob McGrath, American singer and actor (born 1932) (2022)
  • Patrick Tambay, French race car driver (born 1949) (2022)
  • Shashi Kapoor, Indian actor (born 1938) (2017)
  • Patricia Robins, British writer and WAAF officer (born 1921) (2016)
  • Bill Bennett, Canadian lawyer and politician, 27th Premier of British Columbia (born 1932) (2015)
  • Robert Loggia, American actor and director (born 1930) (2015)
  • Yossi Sarid, Israeli journalist and politician, 15th Israeli Minister of Education (born 1940) (2015)
  • Claudia Emerson, American poet and academic (born 1957) (2014)
  • V. R. Krishna Iyer, Indian lawyer and judge (born 1914) (2014)

Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 4th December

  • Christian feast day: Ada
  • Christian feast day: Anno II
  • Christian feast day: Barbara, and its related observances: Barbórka, Miners' Day in Poland
  • Christian feast day: Barbara, and its related observances: Eid il-Burbara, a holiday similar to Halloween in honor of Saint Barbara. (Russia, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, Turkey)
  • Christian feast day: Bernardo degli Uberti
  • Christian feast day: Clement of Alexandria (Anglicanism, Eastern Catholicism)
  • Christian feast day: Giovanni Calabria
  • Christian feast day: John of Damascus
  • Christian feast day: Maruthas
  • Christian feast day: Nicholas Ferrar (Anglicanism)
  • Christian feast day: Osmund
  • Christian feast day: Sigiramnus
  • Christian feast day: December 4 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
  • Navy Day (India)
  • Thai Environment Day (Thailand)
  • Tupou I Day (Tonga)

What Happened on 4th December?

  • Yasser Abu Shabab is assassinated near Rafah, Gaza Strip. (2025)
  • UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is shot and killed in Manhattan, New York City near the entrance of the New York Hilton Midtown. (2024)
  • Semeru on the Indonesian island of Java erupts, killing at least 68 people. (2021)
  • The Thomas Fire starts near Santa Paula in California. It eventually became the largest wildfire in modern California history to date after burning 1,140 square kilometers (440 sq mi) in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties. (2017)
  • A firebomb is thrown into a restaurant in the Egyptian capital of Cairo, killing 17 people. (2015)
  • Islamic insurgents kill three state police at a traffic circle before taking an empty school and a "press house" in Grozny. Ten state forces die with 28 injured in gun battles ending with ten insurgents killed. (2014)
  • Six black youths assault a white teenager in Jena, Louisiana. (2006)
  • Tens of thousands of people in Hong Kong protest for democracy and call on the government to allow universal and equal suffrage. (2005)
  • The Unity Module, the second module of the International Space Station, is launched. (1998)
  • Somali Civil War: President George H. W. Bush orders 28,000 U.S. troops to Somalia in Northeast Africa. (1992)