Daylight Savings Time Changes in Iran ๐ฎ๐ท (2016)
Iran does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on UTC+3:30 all year round.
| Country: | Iran |
| Capital: | Tehran |
| Abbreviations: | IR, IRN |
| IANA Time Zones: | 2 |
| Dial Code: | +98 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
Before
23
:
59
After
01
:
00
20 MAR
20 Mar 2016 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Sunday, 20 March 2016, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Sunday, 20 March 2016, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 20 Mar 2016 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Before
23
:
59
After
23
:
00
20 SEP
20 Sep 2016 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Tuesday, 20 September 2016, 23:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Tuesday, 20 September 2016, 23:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 20 Sep 2016 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Provinces in Iran (2016)
| Province | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Alborz Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Ardabil Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Bushehr | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| East Azerbaijan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Fars | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Gilan Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Golestan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Hamadan Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Hormozgan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Ilam Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Isfahan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Kerman | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Kermanshah Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Khuzestan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Kurdistan Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Lorestan Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Markazi | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Mฤzandarฤn | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| North Khorasan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Qazvin Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Qom Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Razavi Khorasan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Semnan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Sistan and Baluchestan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| South Khorasan Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Tehran | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| West Azerbaijan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Yazd Province | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
| Zanjan | 20 Mar 2016 | 20 Sep 2016 |
DST Changes Summary for Iran
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Mar | 2022 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 21 Sep | 2022 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
Read More About Daylight Savings Time
Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Iran
Does Iran use Daylight Saving Time in 2016?
Yes, Iran observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2016 calendar year. The country follows the practice of shifting clocks to better align waking hours with the available evening sunlight during the spring and summer months.
When do the clocks change next in Iran?
The next scheduled time transition in Iran will take place on Sunday, 20 March 2016. At 23:59 local time, clocks will be turned forward by 1 hour. This specific change marks the transition to daylight saving time starts.
Does all of Iran follow the same time change schedule?
Yes, the calendar dates for starting and ending Daylight Saving Time are consistent across the country. However, because Iran spans 2 different time zones, the actual moment the clocks move occurs at different times depending on the local timezone of each province.
How will the next transition affect the day in Iran?
Following the shift on 20 Mar 2016, you will notice that there is more light in the evening compared to the day before. While the transition may temporarily disrupt sleep patterns, the primary goal of this forward shift is to maximize usable daylight for the population.
Frequently Asked Questions about DST in Iran
Does Iran observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Iran observes Daylight Saving Time. Clocks shift forward in spring and back in autumn, giving an extra hour of evening daylight during the warmer months.
When does DST start in Iran in 2016?
In 2016, Daylight Saving Time begins in Iran on March 20, 2016 at 23:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.
When does DST end in Iran in 2016?
In 2016, Daylight Saving Time ends in Iran on September 20, 2016 at 23:59 local time. Clocks fall back by one hour, returning to standard time.
When is the next time change in Iran?
The next clock change in Iran is on March 20, 2016, when clocks will fall back by one hour.
What time zone is Iran on after DST ends?
After DST ends, Iran returns to its standard time zone, Asia / Tehran (Asia/Tehran). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.
Why does Iran use Daylight Saving Time?
Like most countries that observe DST, Iran shifts its clocks to make better use of evening daylight during the summer months, which can reduce electricity demand and shift outdoor activity later into the day. The savings are modest and debated, but the practice remains widespread in mid- and high-latitude countries.