0 9 * * 4 explained
At 09:00 AM, only on Thursday
At 09:00 AM, only on Thursday
The cron expression 0 9 * * 4. · 5-field cron
Next 5 runs (UTC)
| # | Run time (UTC) | When |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thu, Aug 6, 2026, 09:00:00 UTC | in 1d 16h |
| 2 | Thu, Aug 13, 2026, 09:00:00 UTC | in 8d 16h |
| 3 | Thu, Aug 20, 2026, 09:00:00 UTC | in 15d 16h |
| 4 | Thu, Aug 27, 2026, 09:00:00 UTC | in 22d 16h |
| 5 | Thu, Sep 3, 2026, 09:00:00 UTC | in 29d 16h |
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How to read this expression
| Field | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Minute | 0 | exactly 0 |
| Hour | 9 | exactly 9 |
| Day of month | * | every value |
| Month | * | every value |
| Day of week | 4 | exactly 4 |
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FAQ
- Is "0 9 * * 4" a valid cron expression?
- Yes — it parses as a standard 5-field cron expression: At 09:00 AM, only on Thursday.
- How do I use it?
- Paste it into your crontab, CI scheduler, or job runner. Need a different schedule? Edit the fields in the builder above or browse all common cron expressions.
Looking for a phrase instead? See every minute, every 5 minutes, every 10 minutes, every 15 minutes.