King's Birthday
Nationwide public holiday in Lesotho
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 July | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 17 July | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Lesotho.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Typical weather in Maseru around 17 July: high 15°C (58°F), low 1°C (33°F), rain on 6% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Maseru. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 17 July in Maseru: (MET Norway)
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King's Birthday in other countries
Eswatini
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Cayman Islands
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Gibraltar
Montserrat
New Zealand
Niue
Norfolk Island
Papua New Guinea
Pitcairn Islands
Solomon Islands
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.