Monday, 28th July 2025 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's World Hepatitis Day and World Nature Conservation Day. Explore 46 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. 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 London brings cloudy with temperatures between 14°C and 24°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Leo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Monday, 28th July in London, GB.
Monday 28th July 2025 marks a date with significant historical resonance across multiple continents. Two major events from previous years underscore the day's importance: the Provisional Irish Republican Army announced the formal end of its armed campaign in 2005, a pivotal moment in Irish and British relations, and the same year witnessed Britain's costliest tornado, which struck Birmingham with devastating force, injuring 39 people and causing £40 million in damage across the city. These events, separated by only hours on the calendar, reflect how singular dates can hold profound historical weight across different regions and contexts.
The Argentine general José de San Martín declared the independence of Peru from the Spanish Empire on this date in 1821, a cornerstone event in South American liberation movements. This declaration fundamentally altered the political landscape of the continent and represented a critical juncture in the broader independence movements sweeping through Spanish America during the early nineteenth century.
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is a city steeped in historical significance and serves as one of the world's major financial and cultural hubs. The metropolis continues to influence global affairs and remains a focal point for historical reflection and contemporary events.
On this Monday, conditions across London are cloudy. The zodiac sign for those born on 28th July is Leo, and the moon is in its waning gibbous phase, having passed its fullness and continuing its cycle towards the new moon. DayAtlas provides comprehensive information about weather patterns on any given date and location, whilst also presenting significant historical events, famous births and deaths, allowing users to explore the multifaceted nature of any particular day in history.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 28th July 2025
Silence holds more weight than thunder ever could.
Fortune of the Day
28th July in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on July 28th radiate magnetic charisma that naturally draws attention. Mars influence adds an aggressive ambition and courage to their typical Leo dramatics. They thrive on challenges and push boundaries with fearless intensity.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strengths are courage, drive, and creative power—inspiring others through passion. Mars-driven impatience and dominance can become liabilities. They risk overshadowing others and struggle with patience.
Love In relationships, they give intensely and demand admiration from partners. They're most compatible with those who understand their ambition and competitive nature. Jealousy and control issues require conscious communication.
Caree & Finance These individuals are natural leaders who seek high-stakes roles and independence. Numerology 8 strongly favors wealth-building and entrepreneurship. They excel in competitive, creative positions requiring authority and bold decision-making.
Health Natural vitality is their gift, though overexertion poses risks. Intense exercise channels Mars energy productively. Consistent stress management and adequate rest maintain their dynamic equilibrium.
That night, the moon was in its waning gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Snake (Wood).
Fun Facts About 28th July
Name Days in Your Language: Lysander, Lysandra, Rhonda, Sampson, Samson
Someone born on this day would be just 262 days old today — roughly 6,298 hours, 377,920 minutes, or 22,675,215 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 209. day of the year.
There are 156 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 31 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 28th July
- Malik Nabers, American football player (2003)
- Emile Smith Rowe, English footballer (2000)
- GloRilla, American rapper (1999)
- Harriet Dart, British tennis player (1996)
- Walker Buehler, American baseball player (1994)
- Hyojung, South Korean singer (1994)
- Harry Kane, English footballer (1993)
- Evan Rodrigues, Canadian ice hockey player (1993)
- Cher Lloyd, English singer (1993)
- Spencer Boldman, American actor (1992)
Lives Remembered on 28th July
- Laura Dahlmeier, German biathlete, Olympic champion (born 1993) (2025)
- John Anderson, Scottish television personality, teacher and coach (born 1931) (2024)
- Doug Creek, American baseball player (born 1969) (2024)
- Reyes Moronta, Dominican baseball player (born 1993) (2024)
- Francine Pascal, American author (born 1932) (2024)
- Bernard Cribbins, British actor (born 1928) (2022)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 28th July
- Christian feast day: Alphonsa Muttathupadathu (Syro-Malabar Catholic Church)
- Christian feast day: Botvid
- Christian feast day: Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frederick Handel, Henry Purcell (Episcopal Church commemoration)
- Christian feast day: Johann Sebastian Bach, Heinrich Schütz, George Frederick Handel (Lutheran commemoration)
- Christian feast day: Nazarius and Celsus
- Christian feast day: Pedro Poveda Castroverde
- Christian feast day: Pope Innocent I
- Christian feast day: Pope Victor I
- Christian feast day: Samson of Dol
- Christian feast day: July 28 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Day of Commemoration of the Great Upheaval (Canada)
- Fiestas Patrias, celebrates the independence of Peru from Spain by General José de San Martín in 1821.
- Liberation Day (San Marino)
- Ólavsøka Eve (Faroe Islands)
- World Hepatitis Day
What Happened on 28th July?
- Catastrophic floods devastate Eastern Kentucky, resulting in 45 fatalities and causing damage to thousands of homes and businesses. (2022)
- Australian Wendy Tuck becomes the first female skipper to win the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. (2018)
- Nawaz Sharif was disqualified from office for life by Supreme Court of Pakistan after finding him guilty of corruption charges. (2017)
- While flying from Seoul, South Korea to Shanghai, China, Asiana Airlines Flight 991 develops an in-flight fire in the cargo hold. The Boeing 747-400F freighter attempts to divert to Jeju International Airport, but crashes into the sea South-West of Jeju island, killing both crew members on board. (2011)
- Airblue Flight 202 crashes into the Margalla Hills north of Islamabad, Pakistan, killing all 152 people aboard. It is the deadliest aviation accident in Pakistan history and the first involving an Airbus A321. (2010)
- The Provisional Irish Republican Army calls an end to its thirty-year-long armed campaign against British rule in Northern Ireland. (2005)
- Nine coal miners trapped in the flooded Quecreek Mine in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, are rescued after 77 hours underground. (2002)
- Pulkovo Aviation Enterprise Flight 9560 crashes after takeoff from Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow, Russia, killing 14 of the 16 people on board. (2002)
- Australian Ian Thorpe becomes the first swimmer to win six gold medals at a single World Championship meeting. (2001)
- The remains of a prehistoric man are discovered near Kennewick, Washington. Such remains will be known as the Kennewick Man. (1996)