Eid al-Fitr
Nationwide public holiday in Sierra Leone
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 9 March | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Sierra Leone.
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
Sat 6 Mar – Tue 9 Mar is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Freetown around 9 March: high 32°C (89°F), low 25°C (76°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Freetown. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 9 March in Freetown: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Sierra Leone
Friday, 26 March 2027
Eid al-Fitr in other countries
Algeria
Benin
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Comoros
Djibouti
Egypt
Eritrea
Ethiopia
More for Sierra Leone
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.