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20 Oct. 10:48

Turkmenistan to Enjoy Warm and Mild Autumn Weather This Week

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According to the State Hydrometeorological Service under the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, the coming week will bring mostly sunny skies with periods of cloud cover. Light rain may occur in some areas, accompanied by moderate to fresh winds, making it ideal for outdoor activities and travel.

Balkan Region
Partly cloudy skies are expected throughout the week, with a chance of light rain midweek. Winds will shift from the east to the northwest, with gusts reaching up to 17 m/s in places. Nighttime temperatures will range from +10 to +19°C, while daytime highs will reach +18 to +29°C, and up to +23°C along the coast.

Ahal Region
The area will see scattered clouds and winds with gusts up to 15 m/s. Nighttime temperatures will be between +7 and +16°C, with daytime temperatures rising to +22...+30°C.

Mary Region
Soft cloud cover and mild conditions are forecasted. Northeastern winds will blow at 7–15 m/s. Temperatures will vary from +6 to +14°C at night, and +22 to +31°C during the day.

Lebap Region
Cloudy intervals and fresh northeasterly winds up to 16 m/s are expected. The temperature will range between +4...+14°C at night and +20...+32°C in the daytime.

Dashoguz Region
Occasional short rain showers are possible, with fresh winds up to 16 m/s. Temperatures will range from +2...+12°C at night to +14...+25°C during the day.

Ashgabat
The capital will experience pleasant autumn weather with partly cloudy skies and winds reaching up to 15 m/s. Temperatures will be between +10 and +16°C at night and +23 to +29°C during the day — perfect for city walks and outdoor leisure.

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24 Dec. 08:00

Official Days Off in Turkmenistan in 2026

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The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan has officially approved the work and rest schedule for 2026. In Turkmenistan, there will be a total of 12 official public holidays across all regions.

Workweek formats are as follows:

  • Five-day workweek — 40 hours

  • Six-day workweek (7 hours/day) — 40 hours

  • Six-day workweek (6 hours/day) — 36 hours

The public holidays in Turkmenistan in 2026 are:

  • January 1 — New Year

  • March 8 — International Women’s Day

  • March 20 — Oraza Bayram

  • March 21–22 — National Spring Holiday

  • May 18 — Constitution and State Flag Day of Turkmenistan

  • May 27–29 — Gurban Bayram

  • September 27 — Independence Day

  • October 6 — Day of Remembrance

  • December 12 — International Neutrality Day

On the workday preceding a public holiday, working hours are reduced by one hour. The same applies to night shifts, and in continuous production, the schedule is equivalent to a normal day. The average monthly working time is 166.9 hours for a 40-hour workweek and 150.5 hours for a 36-hour workweek. This ensures a balanced labor schedule throughout Turkmenistan in 2026.