Shabbat Times in Amherst

Halachic note

Amherst follows the local custom of lighting candles 18 minutes before sunset. The Shabbat-end time shown uses tzeit hakochavim (8.5°). A 72-minute alternative is also shown for those who follow that opinion.

The Jewish community in Amherst, Massachusetts, is a vibrant mix of academics, students from the Five College Consortium, and local residents. Shabbat is observed at the Jewish Community of Amherst and Chabad, with kosher options available through UMass Hillel and local supermarkets.