Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sierra Leone
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 April | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 27 April | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Sierra Leone.
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 26 April off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 24 Apr – Tue 27 Apr).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Freetown around 27 April: high 32°C (89°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 Freetown. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 27 April in Freetown: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Sierra Leone
Saturday, 1 May 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
More for Sierra Leone
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.