Pesach 2027 times in Houston
Candle lighting and end of yom tov for the first and last days of Pesach 2027 in Houston, United States, plus the latest times to eat and burn chametz.
First days
- Wednesday 21 April: Candle lighting (first Seder) 19:34
- Thursday 22 April: Candle lighting, not before (second Seder) 20:29
- Friday 23 April: Shabbat candles, from an existing flame 19:35
- Saturday 24 April: Yom tov and Shabbat end 20:31
Last days
- Tuesday 27 April: Candle lighting 19:37
- Wednesday 28 April: Candle lighting, not before 20:34
- Thursday 29 April: Yom tov ends 20:34
Chametz – Wednesday 21 April
- Latest time to eat chametz (Magen Avraham): 10:45
- Latest time to eat chametz (Gra): 11:09
- Latest time to burn chametz (Magen Avraham): 12:03
- Latest time to burn chametz (Gra): 12:15
Follow your community's custom.
Candle lighting in Houston is 18 minutes before sunset. "Not before" and end times use nightfall (8.5°).
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Pesach programs near Houston
Frequently asked questions
When do I light candles for the first Seder of Pesach 2027 in Houston?
In Houston, candle lighting for the first Seder is at 19:34 on Wednesday 21 April.
When does Pesach 2027 end in Houston?
In Houston, the last day of Pesach ends at 20:34 on Thursday 29 April.
What is the latest time to eat chametz in Houston?
On Wednesday 21 April in Houston: 10:45 according to the Magen Avraham and 11:09 according to the Gra. Follow your community's custom.