Maundy Thursday
Nationwide public holiday in Faroe Islands · Skírhósdagur
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 April | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Faroe Islands.
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
Thu 25 Mar – Mon 29 Mar is a 5-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tórshavn around 25 March: high 6°C (43°F), low 4°C (40°F), rain on 70% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tórshavn. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 25 March in Tórshavn: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Faroe Islands
Friday, 26 March 2027
Maundy Thursday in other countries
Denmark
Iceland
Norway
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Vatican City
Argentina
Colombia
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Greenland
Guatemala
More for Faroe Islands
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.