Daylight Saving Time 2025
On Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m., millions of Americans will turn their clocks forward one hour as Daylight Saving Time begins. This annual adjustment means longer daylight in the evening but darker mornings—and yes, a lost hour of sleep.
When Does Daylight Saving Time End?
The time change isn’t permanent! On Sunday, November 2, clocks will “fall back” one hour, restoring that lost hour of sleep as we return to Standard Time.
Who Observes Daylight Saving Time?
Most U.S. states participate, but a few exceptions exist:
- Hawaii and Arizona do not observe the time change.
- U.S. territories, including American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, also stick to standard time year-round.
- The Navajo Nation, which spans Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico, does observe Daylight Saving Time, making it unique within Arizona.
Arizona opts out due to its extreme summer heat, while Hawaii and other tropical locations see little difference in daylight hours throughout the year, making the change unnecessary.
Will Daylight Saving Time Become Permanent?
Some states have proposed making daylight saving time permanent to avoid the biannual clock change. Legislators in Ohio, Connecticut, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania have introduced bills urging Congress to take action. Meanwhile, Maine is considering making Eastern Standard Time permanent instead.
Did President Trump Propose Ending Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. Before taking office, Donald Trump expressed support for ending the time change, stating that standard time should be permanent. However, no executive or legislative action has followed.
When Does Spring Officially Begin?
Spring starts with the vernal equinox on March 20 at 5:01 a.m. This astronomical event occurs when the Earth is neither tilted toward nor away from the sun, marking the transition to warmer months in the Northern Hemisphere.
Final Reminder: Set Your Clocks!
Before you go to bed on Saturday, March 8, set your clocks one hour ahead so you’re ready to embrace the extra evening sunlight!
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