When Does Daylight Saving Time End in 2026
We've reached that time of year again when the days are getting shorter, the evenings are getting darker, and we're preparing to change our clocks.
Daylight saving time 2026 officially ends on Sunday, November 1st, when most of us will turn our clocks back one hour. So, if you've been looking forward to an extra hour of sleep, your moment is almost here.
Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming time change.
When Do Clocks Fall Back in 2026?
Mark your calendar for Sunday, November 1, 2026. According to the NIST, daylight saving time ends at 2 am local time on the first Sunday of November.
At that time, the clocks will move backward one hour, making it 1 am again. So, we'll gain an extra hour overnight, although the change will also bring earlier sunsets. For those of us who aren't particularly fond of driving home in the dark, that's the less exciting part.
Do We Need to Change Our Clocks Manually?
Our cellphones and computers will update automatically. However, you may still need to adjust a few clocks around the house and in the car.
Before heading to bed on Saturday, October 31st, check the following:
Kitchen Appliances: Microwaves, ovens, and coffee makers may need manual adjustments.
Wall Clocks: Traditional clocks will need to be turned back one hour.
Car Clocks: Depending on your vehicle, you may need to update the dashboard clock.
Watches: Analog watches and some digital models won't adjust automatically.
The November 1st time change is also a useful reminder to check your smoke alarm batteries.
Does Every State Observe Daylight Saving Time?
While most of the US changes its clocks twice a year, Hawaii and most of Arizona stay on standard time year-round.
Several U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico and Guam, don't observe daylight saving time, either. The Navajo Nation is an exception in Arizona and does observe daylight saving time.
When Does Daylight Saving Time Start Again?
If you're already wondering about daylight saving time in 2027, we have a date for you. Under the current schedule, daylight saving time returns on Sunday, March 14, 2027.
At 2 am local time, the clocks will spring forward to 3 am, and we'll lose an hour overnight. But, that's a worry for another day.
For now, we can look forward to turning our clocks back on November 1 and enjoying an extra hour of sleep. And, if you happen to spend that extra hour lounging in bed with a cup of coffee, we certainly wouldn’t judge.
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