Question 1

What time does Shabbat start in Des Moines this week?

Accepted Answer

Shabbat candle lighting times in Des Moines change weekly based on sunset. Visit this page for the most up-to-date times, which are calculated based on Des Moines's geographic coordinates.

Question 2

What time does Shabbat end in Des Moines?

Accepted Answer

Shabbat ends at Havdalah time in Des Moines, which is typically when three stars are visible after sunset on Saturday night. The exact time changes weekly and is shown above.

Question 3

How early should I light Shabbat candles?

Accepted Answer

Shabbat candles should be lit 18 minutes before sunset on Friday evening. Some communities have the custom of lighting even earlier. The candle lighting time shown on this page already accounts for the 18-minute offset.

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