Colon Day
Nationwide public holiday in Panama · Día de Colón
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 November | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2023 | 6 November | Monday | Colon Day (observed) Observed day off for Colon Day (Sun 5 Nov) |
| 2024 | 5 November | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2025 | 5 November | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 5 November | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 5 November | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2028 | 5 November | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2028 | 6 November | Monday | Colon Day (observed) Observed day off for Colon Day (Sun 5 Nov) |
| 2029 | 5 November | Monday | Nationwide |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Panama.
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 Wednesday 4 November off and get 3 days in a row (Tue 3 Nov – Thu 5 Nov).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Panama City around 5 November: high 29°C (83°F), low 26°C (78°F), rain on 84% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Panama City. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 5 November in Panama City: (MET Norway)
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