- Daylight saving time starts on March 10, 2024, giving us longer evenings but one less hour of sleep.
- Not all states participate, with Arizona and Hawaii opting out due to geographical and energy concerns.
- Despite health controversies, daylight saving time aims to align daylight with active hours and potentially save energy.
Hey readers, it’s that time of year again when we bid farewell to an hour of sleep.
That’s right, daylight saving time is around the corner, starting at 2 a.m. on March 10, 2024.
You might feel a bit groggy when you wake up but fear not, because this change means longer days and more sunshine in the evenings!
Your trusty gadgets like smartphones and watches will automatically adjust to the new time.
But if you have any old-school clocks lying around, you’ll need to give them a manual tweak.
What Exactly is Daylight Saving Time?
It’s a period from March to November when most Americans adjust their clocks by one hour.
In March, we “spring forward,” losing an hour of sleep to extend daylight into the evenings.
Then in November, we “fall back,” gaining an hour and brightening up our mornings.
Now, you might wonder, is this time switcharoo ever going to end in Michigan?
There’s been talk about it, with the Sunshine Protection Act proposed in Congress, aiming to make daylight saving time permanent. But wait, it hasn’t passed into law yet.
Studies have shown that these biannual time shifts can mess with our health. From strokes to heart attacks to mood swings, it seems our bodies aren’t big fans of the clock dance.
Some experts believe it throws our biological clocks out of whack, while others link it to an increase in car accidents.
Even after the controversy, daylight saving time does have its perks. It aligns our waking hours with the natural daylight, which supposedly saves energy.
Now, not every state hops on the daylight saving train. Places like Arizona and Hawaii have opted out, citing reasons like their proximity to the equator and energy concerns.
And let’s not forget about our friends in U.S. territories who also skip the clock shuffle.
When Does All This Clock-Changing Madness End in 2024?
Mark your calendars for November 3, the first Sunday of November. And when does it start again in 2025? March 9.
One last thing is that It’s called daylight “saving” time, not “savings” time.
Remember, no “s” at the end!
So, whether you’re adjusting your clocks or enjoying the extra sunshine, now you’re all clued in on daylight saving time.
