Coronation of King Charles III
Nationwide public holiday in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands National day
Dates
| Year | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Monday 8 May 2023 | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.
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.
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Typical weather in Grytviken around 8 May: high 1°C (33°F), low -1°C (29°F), rain on 66% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Grytviken. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 8 May in Grytviken: (MET Norway)
About Coronation of King Charles III
This one-off public holiday in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands marked the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023. As a British Overseas Territory, it followed the United Kingdom, which gave an extra day off for the occasion.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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