Daylight Saving Time 2026: Why Americans will get an extra hour on November 1 after Halloween
Clocks across most of the US will move back by one hour on 1 November 2026, ending daylight saving time. The change comes just after Halloween and gives many people an extra hour overnight as standard time returns.
On 1 November 2026, daylight saving time will conclude in the United States, resulting in clocks being set back by one hour at 2 AM local daylight time. This means Americans will gain an extra hour overnight, providing an additional hour of sleep for those partying on Halloween. The shift back to standard time will occur immediately after Halloween, allowing late-night partygoers to enjoy an extra hour of rest the following morning.
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