International Women's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Palestine · يوم المراة العالمي
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 March | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Palestine.
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 – Thu 11 Mar is a 6-day weekend with no leave needed.
Take Friday 12 March off and get 9 days in a row (Sat 6 Mar – Sun 14 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Gaza City around 8 March: high 21°C (70°F), low 14°C (56°F), rain on 6% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Gaza City. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 8 March in Gaza City: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Palestine
Tuesday, 9 March 2027
International Women's Day in other countries
Georgia
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Mongolia
Nepal
North Korea
Turkmenistan
Angola
Burkina Faso
Chad
Equatorial Guinea
Guinea-Bissau
More for Palestine
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.