When do the clocks "spring forward" and "fall back"?
Quick Answer: Clocks "spring forward" by one hour in the spring, usually on the second Sunday in March. They "fall back" by one hour in the fall, usually on the first Sunday in November. This shift marks the start and end of Daylight Saving Time in many regions.
Daylight Saving Time (DST) aims to make better use of daylight during warmer months. In spring, clocks move forward to shift an hour of daylight from morning to evening. This means losing an hour of sleep but gaining more daylight after work or school.
In fall, clocks move back to standard time, giving an extra hour of sleep and more morning light. The exact dates can vary by country, but in the U.S. and much of Canada, it’s the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November.