Most Remote Moon Until 2043
The most extreme Earth-Moon distances occur around New Moon or Full Moon. On November 20, 2025, the Moon will be at its farthest distance for the next 18 years.
Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter. It occurs 39 days after Easter Sunday. It is a Christian holiday that commemorates Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven, according to Christian belief.
Is Ascension Day a Public Holiday?
Ascension Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Ascension Day marks the 40th day after Jesus Christ's resurrection, according to Christian belief.
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About Ascension Day
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| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | jeu | 21 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | jeu | 13 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | jeu | 26 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | jeu | 18 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | jeu | 9 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | jeu | 29 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | jeu | 14 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2027 | jeu | 6 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2028 | jeu | 25 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2029 | jeu | 10 mai | Ascension Day | Public Holiday |
| 2030 | jeu | 30 mai | Ascension Day | Public 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.
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