Vesak Full Moon Poya Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · වෙසක් පුර පසළොස්වක පෝය දිනය
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | 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
Fri 1 May – Sun 3 May is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Colombo around 1 May: high 30°C (86°F), low 26°C (79°F), rain on 93% 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 Friday 1 May in Colombo: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Sri Lanka
Day Following Vesak Full Moon Poya Day
Saturday, 2 May 2026
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.