Daylight Saving Time 2024: When Does It Start?

Daylight Saving Time (DST) is a concept that brings longer evening daylight hours in the months when the season is warmer. But when do we spring forward? Here’s everything you need to know about Daylight Saving Time 2024.

What is Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time is the practice of advancing clocks during the warmer months so that darkness falls later each day. It’s typically used to make better use of daylight.

When Does Daylight Saving Time Start in 2024?

In 2024, Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 10, at 2:00 A.M. local time. At that time, clocks are advanced by one hour, effectively shifting an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening.

Why Do We Have Daylight Saving Time?

The primary reason for DST is to save energy. By extending daylight into the evening, people need less artificial light, which theoretically reduces energy consumption. However, the actual energy savings are debated and can vary by location and lifestyle.

How to Prepare for Daylight Saving Time

• Adjust Your Sleep Schedule: Start going to bed and waking up a little earlier in the days leading up to DST.
• Set Reminders: Set reminders on your devices to change your clocks.
• Update Devices: Ensure your electronic devices that automatically update the time are connected to the internet.

States That Do Not Observe Daylight Saving Time

Not all states in the U.S. observe DST. Arizona (except for the Navajo Nation) and Hawaii do not observe Daylight Saving Time. U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and American Samoa, also do not observe DST.

The Debate Over Daylight Saving Time

There's ongoing debate about the benefits and drawbacks of DST. Some studies suggest that it can disrupt sleep patterns and negatively affect health and productivity. As a result, there have been discussions and legislative efforts to make DST permanent or to abolish it altogether.

Daylight Saving Time 2024 is set to begin on March 10, so make sure you're ready to spring forward! Understanding the purpose and history behind DST can help you better prepare for the change and its effects on your daily routine.