Special Holiday in 2026
Special holidays for civil servants in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces due to heavy rainfall.
When is Special Holiday?
| Year | Dates |
|---|---|
| 2026 |
Where is Special Holiday observed?
| Place | Dates |
|---|---|
| Bangkok | |
| Nonthaburi |
Thailand's cabinet has approved September 28th and 29th 2026 as special holidays for civil servants in Bangkok and three surrounding provinces due to heavy rainfall, a move that could affect the timing of a court ruling on electoral ballots used in February's election.
• "The measure aims to reduce travel and ease traffic disruptions for the public," it said, adding that important official business scheduled during the holidays may continue as deemed appropriate by their heads.
• The move could however delay a court decision over electoral ballots used in February's election - which could put the election results in doubt, though the court has not made any announcement on whether the timing of the verdict would be changed.
The measure was approved in response to flooding in Bangkok and surrounding areas, with the aim of easing the impact on residents and facilitating travel during the disruption.
Thailand is experiencing severe flooding in multiple regions, with Bangkok declared a flood disaster zone on September 26th 2026, after days of heavy rain overwhelmed drainage systems and canals.
Southern Thailand has also faced its worst flooding in decades, with record rainfall and over one million people affected in provinces like Songkhla and Hat Yai.