When does Daylight Saving Time end in 2026?
Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. This shift occurs because Congress has not passed legislation to eliminate the twice-yearly time change.
What happened
- Earlier
The House passed the Sunshine Protection Act in July to make daylight saving time permanent, but the bill stalled in the Senate [1].
- Oct 2, 2026
President Trump urged Senate Republicans to pass the 'No More Changing of Clocks Act' [1].
- Nov 1, 2026, 02:00 UTC
Clocks move back one hour to 1 a.m. across most of the U.S. [1], [2].
What you need to know
Clocks move back one hour on Nov. 1, providing an extra hour of sleep [1].
Digital devices usually update automatically, but analog and some appliance clocks require manual changes [2].
The shift results in earlier sunsets and more daylight during morning hours [1].
Daylight Saving Time is scheduled to return on March 14, 2027 [2].
It is not confirmed if the Senate will ever pass the Sunshine Protection Act, as some members cite safety concerns regarding dark winter mornings [1].
Background
Current federal law mandates that daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday of March and concludes on the first Sunday of November [1].
The Sunshine Protection Act aims to end these shifts by making daylight saving time permanent. While it has public support and House approval, Senate skeptics worry about very late sunrises in winter [1].
The practice is intended to save energy by aligning daylight hours with the times people are most active outdoors [2].
Questions people ask
Why hasn't the time change been stopped?
While the House approved the Sunshine Protection Act, the legislation has not passed the Senate [1].
What are the effects of the time change?
It brings earlier sunsets and can contribute to 'winter blues' or seasonal depression for some people [1], [2].
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