Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Algeria · عيد الاستقلال
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 July | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 5 July | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Algeria.
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 Sunday 4 July off and get 4 days in a row (Fri 2 Jul – Mon 5 Jul).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Algiers around 5 July: high 28°C (82°F), low 24°C (75°F), rain on 4% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Algiers. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 5 July in Algiers: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Algeria
Saturday, 14 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
Guinea
More for Algeria
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.