Visaka Bochea Day
Nationwide public holiday in Cambodia · ពិធីបុណ្យវិសាខបូជា
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 20 May | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Cambodia.
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 21 May off and get 5 days in a row (Thu 20 May – Mon 24 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Phnom Penh around 20 May: high 34°C (94°F), low 26°C (79°F), rain on 64% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Phnom Penh. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 20 May in Phnom Penh: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.