Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Here's what to know

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday: What to Know

Love it or hate it, many people will turn their clocks back on Sunday as daylight saving time (DST) ends. This annual change affects millions, requiring adjustments to clocks and circadian rhythms.

What Happens During the Change?

When DST ends, clocks move back one hour, resulting in lighter mornings and darker evenings in most states. This shift is welcomed by those who enjoy extra sleep but can be an inconvenience for others.

Which Areas Observe Daylight Saving Time?

All states observe DST except Hawaii and Arizona.
The Navajo Nation portion in Arizona does observe DST.
U.S. territories such as Guam, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands do not change their clocks.

Proposals for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

Nineteen states have passed laws to adopt DST year-round. However, these changes require federal approval.

"Because federal law does not currently allow full-time DST, Congress would have to act before states could adopt changes." — National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)

Statistics

Only 12% of adults in the U.S. support permanent daylight saving time.

"Vintage clocks at Electric Time Company in Medfield, Mass., will need a reset to reflect Sunday's time change." — Charles Krupa/AP

Author's summary: The end of daylight saving time prompts a one-hour clock rollback nationwide, with ongoing debates about making the change permanent requiring federal approval.

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NPR — 2025-11-02

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday: What to Know

What Happens During the Change?

Which Areas Observe Daylight Saving Time?

Proposals for Permanent Daylight Saving Time

Statistics

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