Skywatching Tips for December 2025
What’s up in the day and night sky in December 2025, including the Geminid meteor shower and the December solstice.
Christmas is celebrated on December 25 as both a Christian holiday and a global cultural tradition. It honors the birth of Jesus Christ and includes festive customs like gift-giving, decorations, and seasonal music.
Is Christmas Day a Public Holiday?
This is an official holiday only for certain groups in the country. Employees belonging to the group may choose to take the day off, however, most offices and businesses remain open.
Santa Claus, the modern figure inspired by St. Nicholas, is one of the most recognizable symbols of Christmas.
©iStockphoto.com/SeventyFour
About Christmas Day
Read more about Christmas Day.Christmas Day Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2021 | Sat | Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | Dec 25 | Christmas Day (Christians only) | Optional Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
Elsewhere on timeanddate.com
Don’t Miss the Geminid Meteor Shower 2025
Discover when, where, and how to watch the 2025 Geminid Meteor Shower, one of the greatest meteor showers this year. Includes tips for catching the best views.
Artemis III: Where on the Moon Is the South Pole?
When humans return to the lunar surface in 2027, they’ll land near the South Pole. We show you how to find it while gazing at the Moon.
Moon Guide for December 2025
Discover the phases of the Moon in December 2025. Also, why does the Full Moon appear higher in the sky in the winter months and lower in summer?