In 2025, Daylight Saving Time (DST) began on Sunday, March 9, when clocks "sprang forward" one hour at 2 a.m. local time across most of the United States.

This shift followed the standard rule set by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, starting on the second Sunday in March.

Key Dates

Daylight Saving Time commenced at 2 a.m. on March 9, 2025 , advancing clocks to 3 a.m. and extending evening daylight.

It concluded later on November 2, 2025 , when clocks fell back.

Preparation Tips

  • Adjust manual clocks before bed on Saturday, March 8 to avoid morning confusion.
  • Smartphones and computers typically update automatically.
  • Expect a brief sleep disruption, linked to short-term health effects like increased accidents.

Regional Notes

Most U.S. states observed this change, excluding Hawaii and most of Arizona (except the Navajo Nation).

Ongoing Debates

President Donald Trump has advocated ending DST, calling it inconvenient, amid broader discussions on safety benefits versus disruptions.

TL;DR : Spring forward occurred March 9, 2025, at 2 a.m.—already passed as of now.

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