Nikini Full Moon Poya Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · නිකිණි පුර පසළොස්වක පෝය දිනය
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 August | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Sri Lanka.
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 Friday 28 August off and get 5 days in a row (Wed 26 Aug – Sun 30 Aug).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Colombo around 27 August: high 28°C (83°F), low 25°C (77°F), rain on 74% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Colombo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 27 August in Colombo: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.