Question 1

What time does Shabbat start in Rochester this week?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What time does Shabbat end in Rochester?

Accepted Answer

Shabbat ends at Havdalah time in Rochester, 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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