Tamil Thai Pongal Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · දෙමළ තෛපොංැලල් දිනය
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 15 January | Thursday | 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
Take Friday 16 January off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 15 Jan – Sun 18 Jan).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Colombo around 15 January: high 29°C (84°F), low 22°C (72°F), rain on 37% 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 Thursday 15 January in Colombo: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.