Pentecost Monday
Regional public holiday in Italy · Lunedì di Pentecoste
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 May | Monday | Regional |
| 2027 | 17 May | Monday | Regional |
Where it applies
Bolzano.
Is it a day off?
Only where it applies (see above). Elsewhere in Italy it is a normal working day, and it is not counted in the long weekends on this site.
Typical weather in Rome around 17 May: high 23°C (74°F), low 13°C (56°F), rain on 40% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Rome. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 17 May in Rome: (MET Norway)
About Pentecost Monday
Pentecost Monday, also known as Whit Monday, is the day after Pentecost Sunday, which commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit on the apostles. It is a public holiday in a number of countries. Its date depends on Easter, and Western and Orthodox churches often observe it on different dates.
Traditions
Some churches hold services, but for many people the day is mainly a chance for rest, family outings and local festivals, as it completes a long weekend. In some regions fairs, concerts and other local events are held on this day.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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