Easter Monday

Nationwide public holiday in Cyprus · Δευτέρα της Διακαινησίμου

Next Easter Monday

Monday, 3 May 2027

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
202613 AprilMondayNationwide
20273 MayMondayNationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Cyprus.

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 30 Apr – Mon 3 May is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Nicosia around 3 May: high 26°C (79°F), low 16°C (60°F), rain on 14% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Nicosia. Past averages, not a forecast.

About Easter Monday

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday and is a public holiday in many countries, extending the Easter celebrations. It moves each year with the date of Easter, and as Western and Orthodox churches often celebrate Easter on different dates, Easter Monday can also differ between them.

Traditions

The day is usually spent with family and friends, visiting relatives, going on outings or taking part in local festivities. Several countries have their own folk customs for Easter Monday, including games and traditions involving eggs or water.

Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.

Coming up next in Cyprus

Pentecost Monday

Monday, 21 June 2027

Easter Monday in other countries

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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.