Friday, 13th September 1985 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! It's International Programmers' Day. Explore 56 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 10°C and 17°C. Tonight's moon is in its waxing gibbous phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Virgo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Friday, 13th September in London, GB.
Friday, 13th September 1985 marked a significant moment in entertainment history with the release of Super Mario Bros. for the Nintendo Entertainment System in Japan, a game that would go on to define an entire generation of gaming and become one of the most influential titles ever produced. This date also coincided with other notable moments in history, including the 1993 release of Nirvana's In Utero album, which sold over 15 million copies worldwide and represented the Seattle band's final studio release. The French theologian John Calvin, a pivotal figure in the Reformation, returned to Geneva in 1541 after three years of exile, establishing the foundations of Calvinist theology that would reshape Protestant Christianity across Europe.
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, sits on the River Thames and has served as a major centre of commerce, culture and politics for nearly two millennia. On this particular date in London, the weather was cloudy, creating overcast conditions across the city as residents went about their day.
From an astronomical perspective, those observing the sky on this Friday would have noticed a waxing gibbous moon, indicating the lunar phase was approaching full darkness before reflection. The zodiac sign governing this date was Virgo, the sixth sign of the traditional astrological calendar. DayAtlas provides comprehensive information about weather conditions, historical events, and notable births and deaths for any date and location, making it a resource for understanding how specific days have shaped history across different parts of the world.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 13th September 1985
A path walked backward reveals truths the forward journey missed.
Fortune of the Day
13th September in the Stars – Star Sign Virgo
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on September 13 combine sharp analytical minds with grounded wisdom. Saturn's influence adds discipline and structural clarity that transcends typical Virgo traits. The Master Number 22 signals visionary potential with spiritual depth.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strength is decoding complex systems and building lasting frameworks. However, perfectionism can make them overly self-critical and demanding of others, creating unnecessary tension.
Love These natives value intellectual connection and emotional authenticity in relationships. Their loyal, conscientious nature makes them dependable partners, though expressing vulnerability doesn't come naturally.
Caree & Finance Strategic thinking combined with meticulous attention to detail makes them excellent planners, analysts, and leaders. They build financial security methodically, preferring sustainable growth over quick gains.
Health Mental rest is crucial—these focused individuals tend toward burnout. Structured routines, grounding practices like yoga, and regular nature time support their overall wellbeing effectively.
That night, the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase.
Chinese year of the Ox (Wood).
Fun Facts About 13th September
Name Days in Your Language: Arlando, Milton, Orlando, Roland, Rolanda, Rolando, Stone, Stoney
Someone born on this day in 1985 would be 40 years old today — just 14,829 days into life, which is roughly 355,905 hours, 21,354,353 minutes, or 1,281,261,203 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 256. day of the year.
There are 109 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 37 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 13th September
- Luis Rentería, Panamanian footballer (died 2014) (1988)
- Keith Treacy, Irish footballer (1988)
- Edenilson Bergonsi, Brazilian footballer (1987)
- Jonathan de Guzmán, Canadian-Dutch footballer (1987)
- Luke Fitzgerald, Irish rugby player (1987)
- Tsvetana Pironkova, Bulgarian tennis player (1987)
- Steve Colpaert, Belgian footballer (1986)
- Derek Hardman, American football player (1986)
- Kamui Kobayashi, Japanese race car driver (1986)
- Sean Williams, American basketball player (1986)
Lives Remembered on 13th September
- Wolfgang Gerhardt, German politician (born 1943) (2024)
- Pravin Gordhan, South African politician (born 1949) (2024)
- Lex Marinos, Australian actor (born 1949) (2024)
- Mary McFadden, American fashion designer (born 1938) (2024)
- Jean-Luc Godard, French-Swiss film director, screenwriter, and film critic (born 1930) (2022)
- Eddie Money, American musician (born 1949) (2019)
- Pete Domenici, American politician, senator of New Mexico (born 1932) (2017)
- Jonathan Riley-Smith, British historian (born 1938) (2016)
- Vivinho, Brazilian footballer (born 1961) (2015)
- Erma Bergmann, American baseball player (born 1924) (2015)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 13th September
- Christian feast day: Feast of the Cross (Assyrian Church of the East)
- Christian feast day: Aimé (Amatus)
- Christian feast day: Amé (Amatus) of Remiremont
- Christian feast day: Eulogius of Alexandria
- Christian feast day: John Chrysostom
- Christian feast day: Marcellinus of Carthage
- Christian feast day: Maurilius (Maurille) of Angers
- Christian feast day: Nectarius of Autun
- Christian feast day: Venerius the Hermit
- Christian feast day: Wulfthryth (Wilfrida) of Wilton
- Christian feast day: September 13 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Day of the Programmer, during a non-leap year. (Russia)
- Día de los Niños Héroes (Mexico)
- Engineer's Day (Mauritius)
- Roald Dahl Day (Africa, United Kingdom, Latin America)
What Happened on 13th September?
- Hurricane Gilbert is the strongest recorded hurricane in the Western Hemisphere, later replaced by Hurricane Wilma in 2005 (based on barometric pressure). (1988)
- Goiânia accident: A radioactive object is stolen from an abandoned hospital in Goiânia, Brazil, contaminating many people in the following weeks and causing some to die from radiation poisoning. (1987)
- A magnitude 6.0 earthquake strikes Kalamata, Greece with a maximum Modified Mercalli intensity of X (Extreme), killing at least 20 and causing heavy damage in the city. (1986)
- Super Mario Bros. is released in Japan for the NES, which starts the Super Mario series of platforming games. (1985)
- Spantax Flight 995 crashes at Málaga Airport during a rejected takeoff, killing 50 of the 394 people on board. (1982)