Separation Day

Nationwide public holiday in Panama · Separación de Panamá de Colombia

Next Separation Day

Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
20263 NovemberTuesdayNationwide
20273 NovemberWednesdayNationwide

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 Monday 2 November off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 31 Oct – Tue 3 Nov).

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Panama City around 3 November: high 29°C (83°F), low 26°C (78°F), rain on 87% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Panama City. Past averages, not a forecast.

Coming up next in Panama

Colon Day

Thursday, 5 November 2026

More for Panama

Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.