Memorial Day
Nationwide public holiday in South Korea · 현충일
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 June | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 June | Sunday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in South 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 Seoul around 6 June: high 25°C (77°F), low 15°C (59°F), rain on 23% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Seoul. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 6 June in Seoul: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in South Korea
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Memorial Day in other countries
Timor Leste
Turkmenistan
American Samoa
Guam
Northern Mariana Islands
Puerto Rico
United States
United States Minor Outlying Islands
United States Virgin Islands
More for South Korea
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.