Daylight saving time is spooky this year: What to know about the 2026 clock change
It’s that time of year again—when the sun sets earlier, the days get shorter, and the nights get colder as we say goodbye to daylight saving time (DST). DST ends this weekend, in the early morning hours after Halloween for most of the U.S. If you are one of the many people who find the time change confusing, remember the clock “falls back” and a majority of the U.S. “gains” one more hour of sleep…
Daylight saving time (DST) is set to come to an end this weekend in the United States, as the sun sets earlier and nights grow colder. This change marks the conclusion of DST for most of the country, which occurs early on the morning following Halloween. Those who find the time change confusing should remember that the clock "falls back," resulting in an additional hour of sleep for the majority of the U.S. population.
The exact date and time when DST ends in 2026 is this Sunday, November 1, at 2 a.m. local time. Clocks will be turned back to 1 a.m., signaling the end of DST until March 14, 2027. Although the prospect of gaining an extra hour of sleep might seem appealing, health care professionals are divided on the matter. While a majority of Americans (56%) support making DST permanent, a growing number of doctors and scientists argue that sticking to permanent standard time is healthier.
They maintain that permanent standard time does not disrupt the body's natural circadian rhythm, which can lead to various health issues such as increased stroke and obesity rates.
The Sunshine Protection Act, proposed by President Donald Trump, aims to eliminate the current iteration of DST. However, despite the U.S. House of Representatives passing the bill, the Senate's approval remains uncertain, making it unclear when—or if—the law will come into effect in 2027.
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