Here’s When Winter Holidays Are Expected to Begin in Punjab Schools
Students and parents throughout Punjab are waiting for the winter vacation schedule for 2026 as colder weather begins to affect a number of parts of the province.
Students and parents throughout Punjab are waiting for the winter vacation schedule for 2026 as colder weather begins to affect a number of parts of the province.
Article outline
- What happened
- Official response
- What comes next
- The bottom line
Key points
- Although the administration has not unveiled any decision regarding winter vacations for 2026, weather conditions could influence the upcoming holiday schedule.
- When winter vacations began in the second half of December and continued into January, the provincial administration is anticipated to follow a schedule similar to last year.
- Nevertheless, the administration afterwards extended the break due to severe cold waves and adverse weather conditions.
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When winter vacations began in the second half of December and continued into January, the provincial administration is anticipated to follow a schedule similar to last year. Although the final schedule will depend on an official announcement, based on last year's dates, schools could close around December 22. PM Chromebook Scheme: Can Private School Students Apply? When Were Winter Holidays Confirmed Last Year?
Meanwhile, the Punjab School Education Department issued its winter vacation notification on December 4, 2025, announcing holidays for all public and private schools from December 22, 2025, to January 10, 2026.
Nevertheless, the administration afterwards extended the break due to severe cold waves and adverse weather conditions. In a notification issued on January 10, 2026, the department extended the holidays until January 18, directing schools to reopen on January 19. Fog and Smog Conditions in Punjab.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Meteorological Department's November 9 forecast cautioned of fog and smog in a number of Punjab districts, including Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad and Multan, particularly during morning hours. NCCIA Warns Pakistanis Against Rs. 13, 000 Iqbal Day Prize Scam.
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