As Christmas Eve arrives, many wonder about service availability for mail and deliveries in Florida. Here's a breakdown of what to expect from major carriers and markets.
USPS Operations During the Holidays
Post offices in Florida will operate on December 24, with mail delivery proceeding as usual. However, on Christmas Day, all USPS facilities will be closed, and no mail will be delivered. Regular services resume on December 26.
UPS Holiday Schedule
On Christmas Eve, UPS offers delivery for all services, and UPS Store locations remain open. Pickup for Air and International Air services is available only if arranged by December 19, with no Ground service pickup. Christmas Day sees no UPS pickup or delivery, and stores may close, though UPS Express Critical operates year-round.
FedEx Availability
Most FedEx pickup and delivery services are available on December 24, but FedEx Office locations may have adjusted hours. On Christmas Day, all FedEx services are unavailable, and offices are closed, except for FedEx Custom Critical, which is available every day.
Amazon Delivery Services
Amazon delivers packages on Christmas Eve, including same-day shipping options. Customers can check for "FREE Delivery Today" on product listings. On Christmas Day, Amazon does not deliver as its facilities are closed.
Stock Market Closures
The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq close early at 2 p.m. ET on December 24 and remain closed on December 25 for the federal holiday.