International Women's Day
Nationwide public holiday in Guinea-Bissau · Dia Internacional da Mulher
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 March | Monday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Guinea-Bissau.
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 6 Mar – Tue 9 Mar is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Bissau around 8 March: high 35°C (94°F), low 20°C (68°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Bissau. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 8 March in Bissau: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Guinea-Bissau
Tuesday, 9 March 2027
International Women's Day in other countries
Angola
Burkina Faso
Chad
Equatorial Guinea
Sierra Leone
Zambia
Georgia
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Kyrgyzstan
Moldova
Mongolia
More for Guinea-Bissau
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.