Maundy Thursday
Nationwide public holiday in Peru · Jueves Santo
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 April | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Peru.
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 – Sun 28 Mar is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Lima around 25 March: high 24°C (75°F), low 17°C (63°F), rain on 4% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Lima. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 25 March in Lima: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Peru
Friday, 26 March 2027
Maundy Thursday in other countries
Argentina
Colombia
Paraguay
Venezuela
Costa Rica
Denmark
El Salvador
Equatorial Guinea
Faroe Islands
Greenland
Guatemala
Honduras
More for Peru
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.