Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Nationwide public holiday in Puerto Rico
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 January | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 18 January | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Puerto Rico.
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 16 Jan – Mon 18 Jan is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in San Juan around 18 January: high 28°C (83°F), low 24°C (74°F), rain on 46% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around San Juan. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 18 January in San Juan: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Puerto Rico
George Washington Day, Presidents' Day, and the Day of the Women and Men Heroes of Puerto Rico
Monday, 15 February 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in other countries
United States
United States Virgin Islands
American Samoa
Guam
Northern Mariana Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.