International Women's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Nepal · अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय महिला दिवस
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 March | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Nepal.
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
Sat 6 Mar – Mon 8 Mar is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Take Tuesday 9 March off and get 5 days in a row (Sat 6 Mar – Wed 10 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Kathmandu around 8 March: high 24°C (74°F), low 12°C (53°F), rain on 11% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Kathmandu. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 8 March in Kathmandu: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Nepal
Wednesday, 10 March 2027
International Women's Day in other countries
Georgia
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Mongolia
North Korea
Palestine
Turkmenistan
Angola
Burkina Faso
Chad
Equatorial Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
More for Nepal
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.