Maundy Thursday
Nationwide public holiday in Norway · Skjærtorsdag
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 April | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Norway.
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
Thu 25 Mar – Mon 29 Mar is a 5-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Oslo around 25 March: high 4°C (40°F), low -3°C (27°F), rain on 39% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Oslo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 25 March in Oslo: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Norway
Friday, 26 March 2027
Maundy Thursday in other countries
Denmark
Faroe Islands
Iceland
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Vatican City
Argentina
Colombia
Costa Rica
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Greenland
Guatemala
More for Norway
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.