Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Malawi
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 July | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 July | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Malawi.
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 Monday 5 July off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 3 Jul – Tue 6 Jul).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Lilongwe around 6 July: high 23°C (74°F), low 10°C (49°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Lilongwe. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 6 July in Lilongwe: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Malawi
Friday, 15 October 2027
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 Malawi
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.