King's Birthday
Nationwide public holiday in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands National day
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14 November | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in South Georgia and the South Sandwich 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
Take Monday 13 November off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 11 Nov – Tue 14 Nov).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Grytviken around 14 November: high 2°C (35°F), low 0°C (32°F), rain on 80% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Grytviken. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 14 November in Grytviken: (MET Norway)
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Monday, 25 December 2023
King's Birthday in other countries
Cayman Islands
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Eswatini
Gibraltar
Lesotho
Montserrat
New Zealand
Niue
Norfolk Island
Papua New Guinea
Pitcairn Islands
Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
More for South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
All public holidays in South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands by year:
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.