Adhi Esala Full Moon Poya Day
Nationwide public holiday in Sri Lanka · අධි ඇසල පුර පසළොස්වක පෝය දිනය Religious
Dates
| Year | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Monday 3 July 2023 | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Sri Lanka.
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.
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Typical weather in Colombo around 3 July: high 28°C (83°F), low 25°C (78°F), rain on 67% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Colombo. Past averages, not a forecast.
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About Adhi Esala Full Moon Poya Day
Adhi Esala Poya is an additional full moon day that occurs in years when the lunar calendar inserts an extra month, adhi meaning additional. Like every full moon Poya day it is a public holiday in Sri Lanka and is observed by Buddhists with temple visits and religious observances.
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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