Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Libya · عيد الاستقلال
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 December | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 24 December | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Libya.
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 25 December off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 24 Dec – Sun 27 Dec).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tripoli around 24 December: high 18°C (64°F), low 15°C (58°F), rain on 27% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tripoli. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 24 December in Tripoli: (MET Norway)
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Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
More for Libya
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.