Q: What day of the week was January 31, 1961?

January 31, 1961 was a Tuesday and it was the 31st day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar. January 31, 1961 can also be written as 1/31/1961 in the US and as 31/1/1961 in UK and Europe.

Q: January 31, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 31st is Aquarius . Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry . Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

Q: January 31, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?

The moon phase on January 31, 1961 was Full Moon . The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 31, 1961 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth. An observer located in New York City on January 31, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:20 pm and setting at 07:26 am. The previous full moon was on Jan 01, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

Q: How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 31, 1961?

There are 253 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 31st 2025.

Q: What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 31, 1961?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 31, 1961.

Question 1

What day of the week was January 31, 1961?

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January 31, 1961 was a Tuesday and it was the 31st day of the year 1961 in the Gregorian calendar.

January 31, 1961 can also be written as 1/31/1961 in the US and as 31/1/1961 in UK and Europe.

Question 2

January 31, 1961: What happened on that day?

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Here's what happened on January 31, 1961:

Ham is 1st primate in space (158 miles) aboard mercury / redstone 2
Houston voters approve bond to finance luxury domed stadium
Kanhai completes twin tons (117 and 115) versus australia at adelaide.
David ben-gurion resigns as premier of israel.
Us air force launches samos spy satellite to replace u-2 flights.
Project mercury: mercury-redstone 2: the chimpanzee ham travels into outer space.

Question 3

January 31, 1961: What were the magazines covers that day?

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Question 4

January 31, 1961: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Zodiac and Astrological sign for January 31st is Aquarius.

Aquarius is the 11th sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between January 20th and February 18th belong to the Aquarius sign: discover Aquarius personality and who should a Aquarius marry.

Babies born in January are either Capricorn or Aquarius. People born before January 19th are Capricorn, while people born from January 20th have the sign of Aquarius.

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Question 5

January 31, 1961: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

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The Chinese Zodiac sign for January 31, 1961 is Ox and the associated element is Metal.

Question 6

January 31, 1961: What was the moon phase on that day?

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The moon phase on January 31, 1961 was Full Moon. The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on January 31, 1961 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth. An observer located in New York City on January 31, 1961 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 100% full, rising at 05:20 pm and setting at 07:26 am. The previous full moon was on Jan 01, 1961 while the next full moon would come on Mar 02, 1961.

Question 7

Who was born on January 31, 1961?

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Famous people born on January 31, 1961:

Jaquelinne Novogratz Founder and CEO of Acumen, a nonprofit venture capital fund that uses entrepreneurial approaches to tackle global poverty.
Lloyd Cole English singer-songwriter and leader of the band Lloyd Cole and the Commotions.
Jay Samit Jay Samit is a serial entrepreneur and bestselling author known for his expertise in digital innovation and disruption.
Fatou Bensouda Gambian judge and lawyer.
Elizabeth Barker Baroness barker, english politician.
Fatih Kısaparmak Turkish singer-songwriter.
Mako Ishino Japanese actress and singer.
Nicoletta Orlandi
Jonny Otten
Christian Settipani
3 Steps Ahead
Virgilio Prosperi
Luciano Cilona
Giovanni Deogratias
Filiz Kerestecioğlu
Stefano Maguolo
Corrado Roma

Question 8

Whose famous birthday is on January 31st?

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Famous individuals and celebrities born on January 31st:

Justin Timberlake American musician who was a member the rock band 'n sync.
Tallulah Bankhead American actress who appeared on film and stage.
Portia de Rossi Australian actress.
Kerry Washington American actress, best known for her roles in ray charles' wife, della bea robinson's film ray (2004), idi amin’s wife kay in the last king...
Preity Zinta Indian actress, producer, and television host.
Minnie Driver British singer-songwriter and actress.
Thomas Merton French-american poet, monk and mystic, he was a social critic, writer, poet, and monk.
Jackie Robinson American athlete.
Ary Abittan French comedian and actor with north-african heritage.
James Franciscus Actor (mr novak) dies from emphysema aged 57.

Question 9

How many days until your next birthday if you were born on January 31, 1961?

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There are 253 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Friday January 31st 2025.

Question 10

What generation do you belong to if you were born on January 31, 1961?

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You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on January 31, 1961.

Question 11

January 31, 1961: What famous people died on that day?

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Famous people died on January 31, 1961:

Krishna Singh Indian politician, 1st chief minister of bihar (b. 1887).
Angelico Prati

Question 12

What famous deaths happened on January 31st?

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Molly Ivins American journalist and liberal political commentator.
Lizabeth Scott Scranton (pa) -- actress (dark city and desert fury).
Moira Shearer A scottish ballerina, she is widely recognized as one of the best in her field.
Christopher Jones American actor (d. 2014.
Florence Bates Actress (kismet.
Amazin Walter Legendary baseball pitcher known for his exceptional skills on the mound.
Suraiya Jamaal Suraiya Jamaal was a renowned Indian actress and singer who was a popular figure in the Hindi film industry during the 1940s and 1950s.
Peretz Hirshbein Prominent Yiddish playwright and poet.
Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah King of Nepal from 1955 to 1972, known for his efforts to modernize the country.

Question 13

January 31, 1961: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?

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Holidays on January 31, 1961:

Blessed Ludovica
Catholicism - Feast day of St. John Bosco, patron saint of educators, circus artists and magicians.

Saints celebrated on January 31, 1961:

Saint Geminianus
Saint Marcella
Saint Pedro Nolasco

Question 14

January 31, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

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The number 1 song in the USA on January 31, 1961 was Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

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January 31, 1961: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?

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The music chart in the USA on January 31, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

Will You Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles
Calcutta by Lawrence Welk
Exodus by Ferrante and Teicher
Wonderland By Night by Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra
Shop Around by The Miracles

Question 16

January 31, 1961: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

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The number 1 song in the UK on January 31, 1961 was Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

Question 17

January 31, 1961: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?

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The music chart in the UK on January 31, 1961 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 songs:

Are You Lonesome Tonight? by Elvis Presley
Sailor by Petula Clark
You're Sixteen by Johnny Burnette
Pepe by Duane Eddy
Walk Right Back / Ebony Eyes by The Everly Brothers

Question 18

January 31, 1961: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?

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The number 1 R&B song on January 31, 1961 was Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson), according to the R&B music chart for the week January 30th and February 5th.

Question 19

January 31, 1961: What was the R&B music chart on that day?

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The R&B music chart on January 31, 1961 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week January 30th and February 5th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:

Shop Around by The Miracles (featuring Bill "Smokey" Robinson)
Will You Love Me Tomorrow by The Shirelles
The Hoochi Coochi Coo by Hank Ballard And The Midnighters
At Last by Etta James
All In My Mind by Maxine Brown

Question 20

January 31, 1961: What were the most popular movies on that day?

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The most popular movies on January 31, 1961 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:

Mother Joan of the Angels by Jerzy Kawalerowicz
Hand in Hand by Philip Leacock
The Sins of Rachel Cade by Gordon Douglas
The Misfits by John Huston
La notte by Michelangelo Antonioni

Question 21

January 31, 1961: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?

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The most popular TV Series on January 31, 1961 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:

Boomerang by Reginald Hudlin
An Enemy of the People by Satyajit Ray
Cover Girl by Charles Vidor
The Avengers by Jeremiah Chechik
Vanity Fair by Mira Nair

Question 22

January 31, 1961: What were the bestselling books on that day?

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The most popular and best selling books in 1961 were:

Rabbit, Run by John Updike
The Snake Has All The Lines by Jean Kerr
Presidential Power by Richard E. Neustadt
Decision At Delphi by Helen MacInnes
The Last Of The Just by Andre Schwarz-Bart

Question 23

Who was the US President on January 31, 1961?

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On January 31, 1961 the US President was John F. Kennedy (Democrat).

Question 24

Who was the UK Prime Minister on January 31, 1961?

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On January 31, 1961 the UK Prime Minister was Harold Macmillan (Conservative).

Question 25

Who was the Pope on January 31, 1961?

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On January 31, 1961 the Pope was John XXIII.

Question 26

What is special about January 31st?

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January 31st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 31st day of the month of January. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world. Over the years several events happened on January 31st, such as:

2019 - Mariah carey, an american singer, performs in saudi arabia's jeddah, despite saudi women rights activists urging her to cancel it.
2018 - Afghanistan war (2001-present). a bbc study found that the taliban currently controls or has some territory in 70% of afghanistan. they control 14 districts, which total 4% of afghanistan's total, and have an open militant presence in 263 other districts, representing 66% of afghanistan's remaining occupied territory.
2017 - Syrian civil war: the syrian opposition agrees that they will surrender the remaining villages between the wadi barada area and lebanon-syria borders, as well the rankous borderange to transport at least 250 rebel fighters from their stronghold in idlib governorate.

Find out more about January 31st

Question 27

What happened in 1961?

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1961 was filled with very interesting events such as

Houston Oilers beat LA Chargers 24-16 in AFL championship game
Russia introduces a new ruble worth $1.11
Supremes signed with Motown Records

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Question 28

What was the calendar for January 1961?

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January 1961 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with January being the 1st month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012. Discover how January 1961 calendar looked like.