Tuvalu Day
Nationwide public holiday in Tuvalu · Tutokotasi
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 October | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 2 October | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 October | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 October | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 4 October | Monday | Tuvalu Day (observed) Observed day off for Tuvalu Day (Sat 2 Oct) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Tuvalu.
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 1 Oct – Mon 4 Oct is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Funafuti around 1 October: high 29°C (84°F), low 28°C (83°F), rain on 66% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Funafuti. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 1 October in Funafuti: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Tuvalu
Monday, 11 October 2027
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.