Usps Christmas Holiday Hours 2016: What You Need To Know

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a flurry of gift-giving, card-sending, and general merriment. But when it comes to getting those packages and cards delivered on time, it's essential to know the USPS Christmas holiday hours for 2016. Whether you're a last-minute shopper or a planner extraordinaire, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get your holiday mail and packages delivered on time.

USPS Christmas Holiday Hours 2016: A General Overview

The United States Postal Service (USPS) observes several holidays throughout the year, and Christmas is no exception. While post offices will be closed on Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year's Day (January 1), there are some important exceptions and adjustments to regular hours that you should be aware of.

Post Office Hours: Christmas Week 2016

Here's a breakdown of post office hours for Christmas week 2016:

• Monday, December 19: Regular hours
• Tuesday, December 20: Regular hours
• Wednesday, December 21: Regular hours
• Thursday, December 22: Regular hours
• Friday, December 23: Regular hours
• Saturday, December 24 (Christmas Eve): Post offices will be open, but with limited hours (check with your local post office for specific hours)
• Sunday, December 25 (Christmas Day): Post offices will be closed
• Monday, December 26: Regular hours

Post Office Hours: New Year's Week 2016

And here's a breakdown of post office hours for New Year's week 2016:

• Monday, December 26: Regular hours
• Tuesday, December 27: Regular hours
• Wednesday, December 28: Regular hours
• Thursday, December 29: Regular hours
• Friday, December 30: Regular hours
• Saturday, December 31 (New Year's Eve): Post offices will be open, but with limited hours (check with your local post office for specific hours)
• Sunday, January 1 (New Year's Day): Post offices will be closed

Mail Delivery: Christmas and New Year's Week 2016

While post offices will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day, mail delivery will still occur on those days. However, the delivery schedule may be adjusted due to the holidays.

• Christmas Day (December 25): Mail delivery will occur, but with possible delays
• New Year's Day (January 1): Mail delivery will occur, but with possible delays

Shipping Deadlines: Christmas 2016

If you're planning to send gifts or cards via USPS, here are the shipping deadlines to keep in mind:

• December 19: Deadline for Priority Mail Express
• December 20: Deadline for Priority Mail
• December 22: Deadline for First-Class Mail
• December 23: Deadline for Priority Mail Express ( overnight delivery)

Additional Tips and Reminders

Here are a few additional tips and reminders to keep in mind when using USPS during the holiday season:

• Check with your local post office for specific hours and availability
• Plan ahead and allow for extra time for delivery due to increased holiday volume
• Use USPS tracking to stay up-to-date on the status of your packages
• Consider using Priority Mail Express for overnight delivery
• Take advantage of free shipping supplies and services offered by USPS

Gallery of USPS Christmas Holiday Hours

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By following these guidelines and tips, you'll be well on your way to getting your holiday mail and packages delivered on time. Happy holidays from USPS!

Gallery of Usps Christmas Holiday Hours 2016: What You Need To Know