Daylight Savings Time Changes in Mexico 🇲🇽 (2018)
Mexico does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on CST (UTC-6) all year round.
| Country: | Mexico |
| Capital: | Mexico City |
| Abbreviations: | MX, MEX |
| IANA Time Zones: | 17 |
| Dial Code: | +52 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
Before
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59
After
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1 APR
01 Apr 2018 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Sunday, 01 April 2018, 01:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Sunday, 01 April 2018, 03:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 01 Apr 2018 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Before
01
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59
After
01
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00
28 OCT
28 Oct 2018 - Daylight Saving Time Ends
When local standard time is about to reach Sunday, 28 October 2018, 01:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Sunday, 28 October 2018, 01:00 local standard time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 28 Oct 2018 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.
Also called Fall Back.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by States in Mexico (2018)
| State | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Aguascalientes | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Baja California | 11 Mar 2018 | 04 Nov 2018 |
| Baja California Sur | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Campeche | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Chiapas | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Chihuahua | 11 Mar 2018 | 04 Nov 2018 |
| Coahuila | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Colima | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Durango | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Guanajuato | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Guerrero | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Hidalgo | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Jalisco | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| México | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Mexico City | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Michoacán | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Morelos | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Nayarit | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Nuevo León | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Oaxaca | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Puebla | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Querétaro | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| San Luis Potosí | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Sinaloa | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Tabasco | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Tamaulipas | 11 Mar 2018 | 04 Nov 2018 |
| Tlaxcala | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Veracruz | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Yucatán | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
| Zacatecas | 01 Apr 2018 | 28 Oct 2018 |
States in Mexico that do not observe Daylight Savings Time
DST Changes Summary for Mexico
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Apr | 2022 | Forward 1 hour | 01:59 ➜ 03:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
| 30 Oct | 2022 | Back 1 hour | 01:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving End |
Read More About Daylight Savings Time
Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Mexico
Does Mexico use Daylight Saving Time in 2018?
Yes, Mexico observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2018 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.
Note that this does not apply to the entire country, as 2 states do not participate in the change.
When do the clocks change next in Mexico?
The next scheduled time transition in Mexico will take place on Sunday, 01 April 2018. At 01:59 local time, clocks will be turned forward by 1 hour. This specific change marks the transition to daylight saving time starts.
Does all of Mexico follow the same time change schedule?
No. While the majority of Mexico observes Daylight Saving Time, there are regional exceptions. Currently, 2 states stay on standard time year-round.
How will the next transition affect the day in Mexico?
Following the shift on 01 Apr 2018, 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 Mexico
Does Mexico observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Mexico 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 Mexico in 2018?
In 2018, Daylight Saving Time begins in Mexico on April 01, 2018 at 01:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.
When does DST end in Mexico in 2018?
In 2018, Daylight Saving Time ends in Mexico on October 28, 2018 at 01:59 local time. Clocks fall back by one hour, returning to standard time.
When is the next time change in Mexico?
The next clock change in Mexico is on April 01, 2018, when clocks will fall back by one hour.
What time zone is Mexico on after DST ends?
After DST ends, Mexico returns to its standard time zone, America / Bahia Banderas (America/Bahia_Banderas). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.
Why does Mexico use Daylight Saving Time?
Like most countries that observe DST, Mexico 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.