When Is Yom Kippur?

Yom Kippur 2027 begins at sundown on Sunday, October 10, 2027 and ends at nightfall on Monday, October 11.

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Yom Kippur dates

How the date works

• Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, falls on the 10th of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar. It is observed from sundown to nightfall the next day, about 25 hours.
• It comes nine days after the first day of Rosh Hashanah, so it always lands between mid-September and mid-October.
• It is traditionally a day of fasting and prayer. Exact start and end times depend on your location, so check a local synagogue or Jewish calendar.
• In Israel the day is observed nationally; elsewhere, whether schools and workplaces close depends on local rules and employers.

FAQ

When is Yom Kippur 2026?

It began at sundown on Sunday, September 20, 2026 and ended at nightfall on Monday, September 21.

When is Yom Kippur 2027?

It begins at sundown on Sunday, October 10, 2027 and ends at nightfall on Monday, October 11.

When is Yom Kippur 2028?

It begins at sundown on Friday, September 29, 2028 and ends on Saturday, September 30, which is a Sabbath.

How long is Yom Kippur?

About 25 hours, from sundown to nightfall the next day.

How is the date of Yom Kippur set?

It is the 10th of Tishrei, nine days after the first day of Rosh Hashanah.

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