Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Nationwide public holiday in United States Virgin Islands
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 January | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 18 January | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in United States Virgin Islands.
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
Sat 16 Jan – Mon 18 Jan is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Christiansted around 18 January: high 27°C (80°F), low 26°C (78°F), rain on 29% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Christiansted. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 18 January in Christiansted: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in United States Virgin Islands
Monday, 15 February 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in other countries
Puerto Rico
United States
American Samoa
Guam
Northern Mariana Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.