Uruguay — time, weather and useful information
Country page for Uruguay: local time and weather in its cities, key facts, norms and traditions, tips for tourists and important warnings for travellers.
Country at a glance
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Cities of the country on the map
About this country
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Norms and traditions
Tips for tourists
What a traveller should keep in mind
Public holidays 2026
| 01.01 | New Year's Day · every year |
| 06.01 | Children's Day · every year |
| 16.02.2026 | Carnival |
| 17.02.2026 | Carnival |
| 02.04.2026 | Maundy Thursday |
| 03.04.2026 | Good Friday |
| 19.04 | Landing of the 33 Patriots Day · every year |
| 01.05 | International Workers' Day · every year |
| 18.05 | Battle of Las Piedras · every year |
| 19.06 | Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day · every year |
| 18.07 | Constitution Day · every year |
| 25.08 | Independence Day · every year |
| 12.10 | Day of the race · every year |
| 02.11 | Deceased ones day · every year |
| 25.12 | Christmas Day · every year |
Traveler safety
☀️ Strong sun, burn risk
👜 Pickpockets in tourist areas
General guidance for tourists. Before travelling, check your government’s official travel advisories.
The country profile is general reference information describing customs and everyday details for travellers. Before your trip, check the current entry rules and the official travel advice of your government.