Shabbat times in Chennai
India · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting5:40 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends6:28 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 | 5:35 PM | 6:25 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 5:31 PM | 6:21 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 5:27 PM | 6:17 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 5:24 PM | 6:15 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 5:22 PM | 6:13 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 5:21 PM | 6:12 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 5:20 PM | 6:12 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 5:21 PM | 6:13 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Chennai this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Chennai at 5:40 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 6:28 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Chennai?
In Chennai candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.