Mother's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Malawi
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 October | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 15 October | Friday | 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 Friday 16 October off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 15 Oct – Sun 18 Oct).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Lilongwe around 15 October: high 32°C (89°F), low 17°C (63°F), rain on 10% 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 Thursday 15 October in Lilongwe: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Malawi
Friday, 25 December 2026
Mother's Day in other countries
Madagascar
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Georgia
Latvia
Lithuania
Nicaragua
North Korea
Panama
Samoa
Syrian Arab Republic
Tajikistan
More for Malawi
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.