Constitution Day
Nationwide public holiday in Svalbard and Jan Mayen · Grunnlovsdag
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 May | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 17 May | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
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 15 May – Mon 17 May is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Longyearbyen around 17 May: high -2°C (28°F), low -5°C (22°F), rain on 50% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Longyearbyen. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 17 May in Longyearbyen: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Constitution Day in other countries
Andorra
Kosovo
Norway
Spain
Anguilla
Armenia
Cambodia
Cayman Islands
Cook Islands
Dominican Republic
Equatorial Guinea
Ghana
More for Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.