Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Ghana
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 March | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 March | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Ghana.
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 Monday 8 March off and get 5 days in a row (Sat 6 Mar – Wed 10 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Accra around 6 March: high 30°C (86°F), low 27°C (80°F), rain on 83% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Accra. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 6 March in Accra: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Ghana
Tuesday, 9 March 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Guinea
More for Ghana
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.