Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Nicaragua · Día de la Independencia
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 September | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 15 September | Wednesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Nicaragua.
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
Take Monday 13 September off and get 5 days in a row (Sat 11 Sep – Wed 15 Sep).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Managua around 15 September: high 31°C (87°F), low 25°C (77°F), rain on 87% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Managua. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Wednesday 15 September in Managua: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Nicaragua
Wednesday, 8 December 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Antigua and Barbuda
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Costa Rica
Cuba
Dominica
El Salvador
Grenada
Guatemala
Honduras
Jamaica
More for Nicaragua
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.