Shabbat times in Wellington
New Zealand · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting7:09 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends8:11 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 | 7:16 PM | 8:18 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 7:24 PM | 8:26 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 7:32 PM | 8:35 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 7:41 PM | 8:45 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 7:49 PM | 8:55 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 7:58 PM | 9:04 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 8:06 PM | 9:14 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 8:14 PM | 9:23 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Wellington this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Wellington at 7:09 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 8:11 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Wellington?
In Wellington candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.