Karen New Year
Nationwide public holiday in Myanmar · ကရင်နှစ်သစ်ကူးနေ့
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 8 January | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 28 December | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Myanmar.
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.
Make it longer
Fri 8 Jan – Sun 10 Jan is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Yangon around 8 January: high 33°C (91°F), low 20°C (68°F), rain on 11% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Yangon. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 8 January in Yangon: (MET Norway)
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