Daylight Saving Time
Track when to spring forward and fall back. Find exact dates for Daylight Saving Time changes in the United States.
Next Time Change
Daylight Saving Time Begins
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Spring Forward: Clocks move ahead 1 hour at 2:00 AM
Spring Forward
Second Sunday in March
What happens: Clocks move forward 1 hour at 2:00 AM local time.
When: 2:00 AM becomes 3:00 AM
Result: You "lose" an hour of sleep, but gain more evening daylight.
Fall Back
First Sunday in November
What happens: Clocks move back 1 hour at 2:00 AM local time.
When: 2:00 AM becomes 1:00 AM
Result: You "gain" an hour of sleep, but lose evening daylight.
DST Dates (2025-2027)
| Year | 🌅 Spring Forward | 🌙 Fall Back |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Sunday, March 9 | Sunday, November 2 |
| 2026 | Sunday, March 8 | Sunday, November 1 |
| 2027 | Sunday, March 14 | Sunday, November 7 |
About Daylight Saving Time
What is Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of setting clocks forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight. In the United States, DST begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November.
The mnemonic "spring forward, fall back" helps people remember which direction to adjust their clocks. During spring, clocks are moved forward one hour, effectively moving an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening. In fall, clocks are set back one hour.
Not all states observe DST. Hawaii and most of Arizona do not participate in Daylight Saving Time and remain on standard time year-round.
✅ Benefits
- • More evening daylight
- • Increased outdoor activities
- • Potential energy savings
- • Extended business hours
- • More time for recreation
⚠️ Considerations
- • Sleep disruption
- • Adjustment period needed
- • Health impacts for some
- • Confusion with scheduling
- • Not observed everywhere
History of DST
World War I: DST was first widely adopted during World War I to conserve fuel by reducing the need for artificial lighting.
Uniform Time Act (1966): The United States standardized DST practices, though states could opt out.
Energy Policy Act (2005): Extended DST by about four weeks, starting in 2007. DST now begins three weeks earlier and ends one week later than before.
Tips for DST Transitions
🌅 Spring Forward
- • Go to bed 15-30 minutes earlier
- • Adjust gradually over several days
- • Get morning sunlight exposure
- • Avoid caffeine in the evening
🌙 Fall Back
- • Use the extra hour for rest
- • Maintain your sleep schedule
- • Stay active during daylight
- • Adjust meal times gradually
Note: Most modern electronic devices (smartphones, computers) automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time. However, you may need to manually adjust analog clocks, car clocks, and some appliances.