Day of Songun

Name: Day of Songun (North Korea)
Start: 2027-08-25
End: 2027-08-25
Location: North Korea

Nationwide public holiday in North Korea · 선군절

Next Day of Songun

Wednesday, 25 August 2027

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Dates

Year	Date	Weekday	Notes
2026	25 August	Tuesday	Nationwide
2027	25 August	Wednesday	Nationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in North Korea.

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.

Typical weather in Pyongyang around 25 August: high 27°C (81°F), low 20°C (67°F), rain on 46% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Pyongyang. Past averages, not a forecast.

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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.