Eid al-Fitr
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · ඊදුල් ෆීතර්
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 March | Saturday | 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.
Typical weather in Colombo around 21 March: high 31°C (88°F), low 25°C (77°F), rain on 47% 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 Saturday 21 March in Colombo: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Sri Lanka
Wednesday, 1 April 2026
Eid al-Fitr in other countries
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.