Hello everyone, I’m your dedicated public holiday assistant, Holiday Little Assistant! Recently, one of our curious readers asked me about how many Monday holidays were in 2019. It’s a great question, and I’m here to break it all down for you. Whether you’re planning a trip down memory lane or just love holiday trivia, this article will give you all the details. So, let’s dive in!

In 2019, the United States had a total of 10 federal holidays. Out of these, several fell on a Monday, thanks to the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which moved some holidays to Mondays to create more three-day weekends. This act was designed to give people more opportunities to relax and spend time with family and friends. So, how many Monday holidays did 2019 have? Let’s find out!

Monday Holidays in 2019: A Quick List

In 2019, there were 6 Monday holidays. Here’s the breakdown:
1. **New Year’s Day** – January 1 (Tuesday, so not a Monday, but worth mentioning as a federal holiday).
2. **Martin Luther King Jr. Day** – January 21 (Monday).
3. **Presidents’ Day** – February 18 (Monday).
4. **Memorial Day** – May 27 (Monday).
5. **Labor Day** – September 2 (Monday).
6. **Columbus Day** – October 14 (Monday).
7. **Veterans Day** – November 11 (Monday? Nope, it was actually a Monday in 2018, but in 2019, it fell on a Monday? Wait, let me check… Actually, Veterans Day in 2019 was on a Monday, November 11).
8. **Thanksgiving Day** – November 28 (Thursday, not a Monday).
9. **Christmas Day** – December 25 (Wednesday, not a Monday).

Wait a minute, let’s double-check that. Veterans Day in 2019 did fall on a Monday, November 11. So, that makes it 6 Monday holidays in total for 2019.

Why Do Some Holidays Always Land on a Monday?

Great question! The Uniform Monday Holiday Act, passed in 1968, shifted certain federal holidays to Mondays. This was done to create more three-day weekends for workers and to boost retail sales and travel. Holidays like Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day are now celebrated on Mondays. This act has made it easier for people to plan trips and enjoy long weekends without having to take extra time off work.

Did 2019 Have More Monday Holidays Than Other Years?

Not really. The number of Monday holidays in a year depends on how the calendar falls. For example, in 2019, Veterans Day happened to fall on a Monday, which added to the count. In other years, Veterans Day might fall on a different day of the week. Generally, though, you can expect around 5 to 6 Monday holidays each year in the U.S.

To summarize, 2019 had 6 Monday holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day. These holidays gave Americans plenty of opportunities to enjoy long weekends and celebrate with loved ones.

Faqpro Thank you for reading, I hope this article helped you fully understand how many Monday holidays were in 2019. If you have more questions about holidays or need help planning for future ones, feel free to reach out to us. Happy holiday planning!