Shabbat Times Haifa 2008 — Full Year Schedule
The complete 2008 Shabbat calendar for Haifa: candle-lighting and Havdalah times for all 52 weeks of the year, with the weekly Torah portion and holiday Shabbatot flagged. Candle lighting is listed 18 minutes before sunset; Havdalah follows Tzais HaKochavim (72 minutes / 8.5°).
January 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jan 4 | 16:29 | 18:00 | Vaera |
| Fri, Jan 11 | 16:35 | 18:06 | Bo |
| Fri, Jan 18 | 16:41 | 18:12 | Beshalach |
| Fri, Jan 25 | 16:48 | 18:19 | Yisro |
February 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Feb 1 | 16:55 | 18:26 | Mishpatim |
| Fri, Feb 8 | 17:01 | 18:32 | Terumah |
| Fri, Feb 15 | 17:07 | 18:38 | Tetzaveh |
| Fri, Feb 22 | 17:13 | 18:44 | Ki Sisa |
| Fri, Feb 29 | 17:19 | 18:50 | Vayakhel |
March 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Mar 7 | 17:25 | 18:55 | Pekudei |
| Fri, Mar 14 | 17:30 | 19:01 | Vayikra |
| Fri, Mar 21 | 17:35 | 19:06 | Tzav |
| Fri, Mar 28 | 18:40 | 20:11 | Shmini |
April 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Apr 4 | 18:45 | 20:16 | Tazria |
| Fri, Apr 11 | 18:50 | 20:21 | Metzora |
| Fri, Apr 18 | 18:55 | 20:26 | Achrei Mos |
| Fri, Apr 25 | 19:00 | 20:31 | Pesach |
May 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, May 2 | 19:05 | 20:36 | Kedoshim |
| Fri, May 9 | 19:10 | 20:41 | Emor |
| Fri, May 16 | 19:16 | 20:46 | Behar |
| Fri, May 23 | 19:20 | 20:51 | Bechukosai |
| Fri, May 30 | 19:25 | 20:55 | Bamidbar |
June 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jun 6 | 19:29 | 20:59 | Nasso |
| Fri, Jun 13 | 19:32 | 21:02 | Beha'aloscha |
| Fri, Jun 20 | 19:34 | 21:04 | Sh'lach |
| Fri, Jun 27 | 19:35 | 21:05 | Korach |
July 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 4 | 19:35 | 21:04 | Chukas |
| Fri, Jul 11 | 19:33 | 21:03 | Balak |
| Fri, Jul 18 | 19:30 | 21:00 | Pinchas |
| Fri, Jul 25 | 19:26 | 20:56 | Matos |
August 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 1 | 19:21 | 20:50 | Masei |
| Fri, Aug 8 | 19:15 | 20:44 | Devarim |
| Fri, Aug 15 | 19:08 | 20:36 | Vaeschanan |
| Fri, Aug 22 | 19:00 | 20:28 | Eikev |
| Fri, Aug 29 | 18:51 | 20:20 | Re'eh |
September 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Sep 5 | 18:42 | 20:11 | Shoftim |
| Fri, Sep 12 | 18:33 | 20:01 | Ki Seitzei |
| Fri, Sep 19 | 18:23 | 19:52 | Ki Savo |
| Fri, Sep 26 | 18:14 | 19:42 | Nitzavim |
October 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 3 | 18:04 | 19:33 | Vayeilech |
| Fri, Oct 10 | 16:55 | 18:24 | Ha'Azinu |
| Fri, Oct 17 | 16:47 | 18:16 | Sukkot |
| Fri, Oct 24 | 16:39 | 18:08 | Bereshis |
| Fri, Oct 31 | 16:32 | 18:02 | Noach |
November 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 7 | 16:27 | 17:56 | Lech Lecha |
| Fri, Nov 14 | 16:22 | 17:51 | Vayera |
| Fri, Nov 21 | 16:19 | 17:48 | Chayei Sara |
| Fri, Nov 28 | 16:17 | 17:47 | Toldos |
December 2008
| Week | Candle Lighting | Havdalah | Parsha / Occasion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 5 | 16:16 | 17:46 | Vayetzei |
| Fri, Dec 12 | 16:17 | 17:48 | Vayishlach |
| Fri, Dec 19 | 16:20 | 17:50 | Vayeshev |
| Fri, Dec 26 | 16:24 | 17:54 | Chanukah |
About This 2008 Schedule
Every time above is computed from NOAA solar position algorithms for Haifa's exact coordinates (32.794°N, 34.9896°E, elevation 50m) and its time zone, including daylight saving changes automatically. Candle lighting follows the local community custom of 18 minutes before sunset.
For a full month view with Hebrew dates and the complete daily Zmanim, see the monthly Jewish calendar for Haifa, or the weekly Shabbat page with Rabbeinu Tam times and this week's Parsha.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is candle lighting in Haifa in 2008?
The table above lists the Shabbat candle-lighting time for every Friday of 2008 in Haifa, calculated from precise NOAA solar algorithms for the city's exact coordinates and elevation, 18 minutes before sunset.
What time is Havdalah in Haifa in 2008?
Havdalah times for every Saturday night of 2008 are listed in the table above, calculated at 72 minutes after sunset (Tzais 8.5 degrees). Many communities follow Rabbeinu Tam — about 50 minutes later.
Why do Shabbat times change every week?
Sunset shifts throughout the year as the Earth tilts on its axis, and the shift is larger the farther a city is from the equator. In Haifa, candle lighting and Havdalah can move by an hour or more between the shortest and longest weeks of the year.
Are these times accurate for the entire year?
Yes. All 52 weeks of 2008 are computed the same way, using the same algorithm as our weekly Haifa page. Daylight saving time is already reflected in the times shown.