Christmas Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · නත්තල් උත්සව දිනය
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 December | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Sri Lanka.
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
Fri 25 Dec – Sun 27 Dec is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Take Thursday 24 December off and get 5 days in a row (Wed 23 Dec – Sun 27 Dec).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Colombo around 25 December: high 29°C (84°F), low 23°C (74°F), rain on 60% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Colombo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 25 December in Colombo: (MET Norway)
About Christmas Day
Christmas Day on 25 December celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and is one of the main feasts of the Christian year. The date has been used for the feast in Rome since at least the fourth century. It is a public holiday in many countries, including some where Christians are a minority. Some Orthodox churches that follow the Julian calendar celebrate Christmas on 7 January.
Traditions
Christians attend church services, and the day is widely spent with family. Common customs include decorating a Christmas tree, exchanging gifts, singing carols and sharing a large festive meal. Dishes and sweets vary greatly from country to country, as do figures associated with bringing presents to children.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
Christmas Day in other countries
More for Sri Lanka
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.