Second Day of Christmas
Nationwide public holiday in Svalbard and Jan Mayen · Andre juledag
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 December | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 26 December | Sunday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Svalbard and Jan Mayen.
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.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Longyearbyen around 26 December: high -9°C (17°F), low -13°C (9°F), rain on 54% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Longyearbyen. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 26 December in Longyearbyen: (MET Norway)
About Second Day of Christmas
The second day of Christmas falls on 26 December, the day after Christmas Day. In a number of countries the Christmas holiday traditionally lasts two days, and this second day is a public holiday. In many Western churches the date is also the feast of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.
Traditions
The day is usually spent continuing the Christmas celebrations at a more relaxed pace: visiting relatives and friends who were not seen on Christmas Day, attending church, going for walks and sharing further festive meals.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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Faroe Islands
Finland
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Iceland
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.