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Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, March 14, 2027
Daylight Saving Time begins on the second Sunday of March, when clocks 'spring forward' one hour, giving us longer evening daylight hours.
When is Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time is on Sunday, March 14, 2027. Daylight Saving Time begins on the second Sunday of March, when clocks 'spring forward' one hour, giving us longer evening daylight hours.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins on the second Sunday of March in the United States, when clocks are set forward one hour at 2:00 AM. This shift means we "lose" an hour of sleep but gain an extra hour of evening daylight.
The practice was first widely adopted during World War I as an energy-saving measure. The idea is that by shifting an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening, less artificial lighting is needed. Today, most of the United States observes DST, with the notable exceptions of Arizona and Hawaii.
The time change affects daily routines, sleep patterns, and even health. Studies have shown increases in heart attacks and car accidents in the days following the spring time change. Many health experts advocate for eliminating the biannual clock change.
Despite ongoing debates about its necessity, the "spring forward" remains a significant annual event that affects work schedules, commutes, and outdoor activities for millions of Americans. The good news? After DST begins, those long, light-filled evenings return.