New Year's Day

Name: New Year's Day (Congo)
Start: 2027-01-01
End: 2027-01-01
Location: Congo

Nationwide public holiday in Congo · Jour de l'An

Next New Year's Day

Friday, 1 January 2027

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Dates

Year	Date	Weekday	Notes
2026	1 January	Thursday	Nationwide
2027	1 January	Friday	Nationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Congo.

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 Jan – Sun 3 Jan is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.

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Typical weather in Brazzaville around 1 January: high 29°C (84°F), low 22°C (71°F), rain on 89% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Brazzaville. Past averages, not a forecast.

About New Year's Day

New Year's Day on 1 January marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar, which is used for civil purposes in most of the world. The custom of beginning the year on 1 January goes back to the Roman calendar, and it became widespread in Europe in the centuries after the Gregorian reform of 1582. Today it is a public holiday in a large number of countries.

Traditions

The day usually follows late-night celebrations on New Year's Eve, so it tends to be quiet and spent with family or friends. Many people make resolutions for the year ahead, exchange greetings, and share a festive meal. Some places hold concerts, parades or traditional swims, and in many cultures particular foods are eaten for good luck.

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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