National Day
Nationwide public holiday in Iceland · Þjóðhátíðardagurinn
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 June | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 17 June | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Iceland.
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 18 June off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 17 Jun – Sun 20 Jun).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Reykjavík around 17 June: high 11°C (52°F), low 7°C (44°F), rain on 61% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Reykjavík. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 17 June in Reykjavík: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Iceland
Monday, 2 August 2027
National Day in other countries
More for Iceland
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.