Martyr's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Nepal · शहीद दिवस
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 29 January | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 29 January | Friday | 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
Fri 29 Jan – Sun 31 Jan is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Kathmandu around 29 January: high 17°C (63°F), low 7°C (45°F), rain on 4% 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 Friday 29 January in Kathmandu: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Nepal
Sunday, 7 February 2027
Martyr's Day in other countries
Azerbaijan
Lebanon
Myanmar
Syrian Arab Republic
Burkina Faso
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Eritrea
Libya
Madagascar
Malawi
Mali
Panama
More for Nepal
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.