Eid al-Fitr
Nationwide public holiday in Syrian Arab Republic · عيد الفطر
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 21 March | Saturday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 22 March | Sunday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 9 March | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 10 March | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 11 March | Thursday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Syrian Arab Republic.
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
Mon 8 Mar – Sat 13 Mar is a 6-day weekend with no leave needed.
Take Sunday 7 March off and get 9 days in a row (Fri 5 Mar – Sat 13 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Damascus around 9 March: high 17°C (63°F), low 4°C (39°F), rain on 20% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Damascus. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 9 March in Damascus: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Syrian Arab Republic
Sunday, 21 March 2027
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.