Shabbat times in Shanghai
China · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting5:20 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends6:12 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 | 5:11 PM | 6:05 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 5:03 PM | 5:57 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 4:56 PM | 5:50 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 4:49 PM | 5:43 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 4:43 PM | 5:38 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 4:39 PM | 5:34 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 4:35 PM | 5:32 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 4:33 PM | 5:30 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Shanghai this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Shanghai at 5:20 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 6:12 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Shanghai?
In Shanghai candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.