Get ready to adjust your clocks—daylight saving time (DST) is making its return! That means you’ll be losing an hour of sleep, but in exchange, we get longer days and more sunlight.
When Does Daylight Saving Time Start in 2025?
Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025. This means you’ll need to set your clocks forward one hour before going to bed on Saturday night.
When Does the Time Change in 2025?
The transition into daylight saving time, often referred to as “springing forward,” results in an hour of lost sleep. However, the upside is longer daylight hours, signaling the arrival of warmer weather.
When Is the First Day of Spring in 2025?
Spring officially begins in two ways:
- Meteorological Spring: Starts on March 1, 2025.
- Astronomical Spring (Vernal Equinox): Begins on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 5:01 a.m. This marks the moment when the Earth’s axis is positioned so that the sun is directly overhead at noon, creating nearly equal hours of daylight and nighttime.
What Should You Check During Daylight Saving Time?
Besides moving your clocks forward, it’s a good opportunity to complete a few essential household tasks:
- Test and replace the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
- Reverse the direction of ceiling fans to improve air circulation.
- Inspect and replace your home’s air filters to maintain air quality.
Which States and Territories Follow Daylight Saving Time?
Not all U.S. states and territories observe daylight saving time. The following locations do not participate:
- Hawaii
- Most of Arizona (except the Navajo Nation)
- U.S. territories, including American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Is Daylight Saving Time Coming to an End?
The debate over the future of daylight saving time continues. While some argue for keeping it year-round to avoid the biannual time change, others believe returning to permanent standard time is a better option.
Former President Donald Trump has previously voiced support for eliminating daylight saving time, proposing a shift to permanent standard time. However, such a change would require congressional approval. The discussion remains ongoing, but for now, the seasonal time adjustments continue.
Final Reminder
As daylight saving time approaches, don’t forget to set your clocks ahead and take advantage of the extra daylight. Whether you love or loathe the time change, it’s a sure sign that spring is just around the corner!
