Shabbat times in Cairo
Egypt · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting6:21 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends7:13 PMSunday, October 4
Torah portion: Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
Candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset. Shabbat ends at nightfall, when the sun is 8.5° below the horizon.
The coming weeks
| Friday | Candle lighting | Shabbat ends | Torah portion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | 6:13 PM | 7:06 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 6:05 PM | 6:58 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 5:58 PM | 6:51 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 4:51 PM | 5:45 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 4:46 PM | 5:40 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 4:41 PM | 5:37 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 4:38 PM | 5:34 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 4:37 PM | 5:33 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Cairo this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Cairo at 6:21 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 7:13 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Cairo?
In Cairo candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.