Shabbat times in Cape Town
South Africa · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting6:31 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends7:29 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 | 6:37 PM | 7:34 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 6:42 PM | 7:40 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 6:48 PM | 7:46 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 6:54 PM | 7:53 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 7:01 PM | 8:00 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 7:07 PM | 8:08 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 7:14 PM | 8:15 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 7:21 PM | 8:23 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Cape Town this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Cape Town at 6:31 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 7:29 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Cape Town?
In Cape Town candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.