Daylight Saving Time to End on November 3, 2024

As autumn unfolds, the days grow shorter, signaling the imminent end of daylight saving time for the year 2024. This change will take place precisely at 2 a.m. on November 3, 2024, aligning with the first Sunday of November, as per the customary annual schedule.

The termination of daylight saving time marks a return to standard time across participating regions. As local time shifts from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. on November 3, digital devices such as smartphones, computers, and smartwatches will automatically update their clocks. However, individuals with traditional clocks and analog watches are advised to manually adjust these devices to reflect the time change.

Daylight saving time is designed to shift an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening, as explained by time adjustment advocates. This extended evening daylight aligns with the period when most people are active outdoors, purportedly leading to energy savings by reducing the need for artificial lighting and indoor energy consumption during warmer months.

The conclusion of daylight saving time ushers in the approach of winter, with the year’s shortest day occurring on December 21, 2024, marking the winter solstice. Following this period, daylight saving time will resume on Sunday, March 9, 2025, when clocks will be set forward once more.