Sunday, 24th September 1972 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 43 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 14°C. Tonight's moon is in its new moon phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Libra. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Sunday, 24th September in London, GB.
On this day in history, two significant events reshaped the political landscape of different regions. In 1993, Norodom Sihanouk became King of Cambodia following the restoration of the monarchy after 23 years without a reigning monarch, marking a pivotal moment in the nation's recovery from decades of conflict and instability. Meanwhile, in 1975, mountaineers Dougal Haston and Doug Scott achieved a major climbing milestone by becoming the first people to reach the summit of Mount Everest via the Southwest Face, demonstrating advances in high-altitude mountaineering techniques and expedition planning. These milestones reflected broader transformations occurring globally during their respective periods, from political reconstruction in Southeast Asia to human achievement in extreme environments.
London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is a major global financial and cultural centre situated on the River Thames in southeastern England. The city has served as a seat of power and commerce for centuries, housing Parliament, the monarchy, and numerous international institutions. On Sunday, 24 September 1972, London experienced cloudy weather conditions, a common occurrence during the British autumn season.
For those interested in exploring historical events connected to specific dates and locations, DayAtlas provides comprehensive information about weather conditions, significant historical occurrences, and notable births and deaths. Users can search any date and location to discover what happened on that particular day, making it a practical resource for historical research and curiosity. On this date, the moon was in its new phase whilst the zodiac sign was Libra, factors that astrology enthusiasts traditionally associate with new beginnings and balance.
Find out what's happening today in London.
What the Weather Had in Store for London on 24th September 1972
Mastery deepens through repeated listening, not single instances of hearing.
Fortune of the Day
24th September in the Stars – Star Sign Libra
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on September 24th blend diplomatic grace with sharp intellect. Mercury's influence adds communicative flair and analytical depth to their naturally harmony-seeking Libra nature. People born this day are magnetic conversationalists with a strong commitment to fairness and balanced perspectives.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strengths are negotiation skills, intellectual curiosity, and social sophistication. However, people born on this day can be chronically indecisive, overthinking situations before acting. They may also struggle with people-pleasing tendencies that compromise their own needs.
Love Those born September 24th seek partners who offer both intellectual stimulation and emotional stability. Venus makes them sensual and romantic, while Mercury demands meaningful dialogue. They thrive with partners who appreciate their thoughtful nature and reciprocate their need for balance.
Caree & Finance People born this day excel in roles requiring communication and diplomacy—law, mediation, design, or writing. Financially, they should resist second-guessing themselves and make quicker decisions to capitalize on opportunities. Strategic thinking is their asset.
Health Those born on this date need mental engagement and regular social connection to feel grounded. Rumination and anxiety stem from overthinking; meditation and consistent movement are beneficial. Balanced nutrition and quality sleep support their sensitive, air-sign nature.
That night, the moon was in its new moon phase.
Chinese year of the Rat (Water).
Fun Facts About 24th September
Name Days in Your Language: Eartha, Ertha, Herta, Hertha, Mercedes, Mercy, Scot, Scott, Scottie, Scotty
Someone born on this day in 1972 would be 53 years old today — just 19,566 days into life, which is roughly 469,604 hours, 28,176,273 minutes, or 1,690,576,413 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 268. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 98 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 38 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 24th September
- John McDonald, American baseball player (1974)
- Eddie George, American football player and sportscaster (1973)
- Gillian Lindsay, Scottish rower (1973)
- Rodrick Rhodes, American basketball player and coach (1973)
- Conor Burns, British politician (1972)
- Kate Fleetwood, English actress (1972)
- Michael S. Engel, American paleontologist and entomologist (1971)
- Mike Michalowicz, American businessman and author (1971)
- Kevin Millar, American baseball player and sportscaster (1971)
- Peter Salisbury, English drummer (1971)
Lives Remembered on 24th September
- Sara Jane Moore, American attempted assassin of Gerald Ford (born 1930) (2025)
- Pharoah Sanders, American jazz saxophonist (born 1940) (2022)
- Dean Jones, Australian cricketer, coach and commentator (born 1961) (2020)
- Mel Charles, Welsh footballer (born 1935) (2016)
- Bill Mollison, Australian researcher, author and biologist (born 1928) (2016)
- Bill Nunn, American actor (born 1953) (2016)
- Buckwheat Zydeco, American accordionist and bandleader (born 1947) (2016)
- Alan Moore, Australian painter and educator (born 1914) (2015)
- Wang Zhongshu, Chinese archaeologist and academic (born 1925) (2015)
- Deborah Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, English aristocrat, socialite, and author (born 1920) (2014)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 24th September
- Armed Forces Day (Peru)
- Christian feast day: Anathalon (in Brescia)
- Christian feast day: Antonio Gonzalez
- Christian feast day: Blessed Émilie Gamelin (Canada)
- Christian feast day: Gerard of Csanád
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Mercy and its related observance: La Mercè (Barcelona)
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Ransom (Mercedarians)
- Christian feast day: Our Lady of Walsingham (Church of England)
- Christian feast day: Pacificus of San Severino
- Christian feast day: Rupert of Salzburg
- Christian feast day: September 24 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics).
- Constitution Day (Cambodia)
- Heritage Day (South Africa)
- Independence Day, celebrates the independence of Guinea-Bissau from Portugal in 1973.
- Mahidol Day (Thailand)
- New Caledonia Day (New Caledonia)
- Republic Day (Trinidad and Tobago)
What Happened on 24th September?
- NASA's OSIRIS-REx capsule containing samples from the asteroid 101955 Bennu successfully lands back on Earth. (2023)
- At least 1,100 people are killed and another 934 wounded after a stampede during the Hajj in Saudi Arabia. (2015)
- The Mars Orbiter Mission makes India the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit, and the first nation in the world to do so in its first attempt. (2014)
- A 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes southern Pakistan, killing at least 327 people. (2013)
- The G20 summit begins in Pittsburgh with 30 global leaders in attendance. (2009)
- South African Airlink Flight 8911 crashes near Durban International Airport in Durban, South Africa, killing the captain and injuring the rest of the crew. (2009)
- Thabo Mbeki resigns as president of South Africa. (2008)
- Between 30,000 and 100,000 people take part in anti-government protests in Yangon, Burma, the largest in 20 years. (2007)
- Hurricane Rita makes landfall in the United States, devastating portions of southwestern Louisiana and extreme southeastern Texas. (2005)
- Representatives of 71 nations sign the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty at the United Nations. (1996)