Daylight Savings Time Changes in Lebanon 🇱🇧 (2026)
Lebanon observes daylight saving time. Clocks next spring forward on Sunday, March 28, 2027, switching from EET (UTC+2) to EEST (UTC+3).
| Country: | Lebanon |
| Capital: | Beirut |
| Abbreviations: | LB, LBN |
| IANA Time Zones: | 1 |
| Dial Code: | +961 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
Before
23
:
59
After
01
:
00
28 MAR
28 Mar 2026 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 28 March 2026, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 28 Mar 2026 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Before
23
:
59
After
23
:
00
24 OCT
24 Oct 2026 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Saturday, 24 October 2026, 23:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Saturday, 24 October 2026, 23:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 24 Oct 2026 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Governorates in Lebanon (2026)
| Governorate | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Baalbek-Hermel Governorate | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Beyrouth | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Mohafazat Aakkâr | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Mohafazat Béqaa | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Mohafazat Liban-Nord | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Mohafazat Mont-Liban | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Mohafazat Nabatîyé | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
| South Governorate | 28 Mar 2026 | 24 Oct 2026 |
DST Changes Summary for Lebanon
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Mar | 2026 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 24 Oct | 2026 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
| 27 Mar | 2027 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 30 Oct | 2027 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
| 25 Mar | 2028 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 28 Oct | 2028 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
| 24 Mar | 2029 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 27 Oct | 2029 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
| 30 Mar | 2030 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 26 Oct | 2030 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
| 29 Mar | 2031 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 25 Oct | 2031 | Back 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 23:00 | Daylight Saving End |
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Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Lebanon
Does Lebanon use Daylight Saving Time in 2026?
Yes, Lebanon observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2026 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.
Does all of Lebanon follow the same time change schedule?
Yes, Lebanon follows a single, unified schedule. Every governorate across the country transitions to and from Daylight Saving Time at the exact same moment, ensuring a consistent time standard nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions about DST in Lebanon
Does Lebanon observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Lebanon 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 Lebanon in 2026?
In 2026, Daylight Saving Time begins in Lebanon on March 28, 2026 at 23:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.
When does DST end in Lebanon in 2026?
In 2026, Daylight Saving Time ends in Lebanon on October 24, 2026 at 23:59 local time. Clocks fall back by one hour, returning to standard time.
What time zone is Lebanon on after DST ends?
After DST ends, Lebanon returns to its standard time zone, Asia / Beirut (Asia/Beirut). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.
Why does Lebanon use Daylight Saving Time?
Like most countries that observe DST, Lebanon 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.