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Daylight Savings Time Changes in North Macedonia ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฐ (2024)

North Macedonia observes daylight saving time. Clocks next fall back on Sunday, October 25, 2026, switching from CEST (UTC+2) to CET (UTC+1).

Next change:
MAR
31
1 hour Forward
31 Mar 2024, 01:59
Country: North Macedonia
Capital: Skopje
Abbreviations: MK, MKD
IANA Time Zones: 2
Dial Code: +389

Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information

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After
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31 MAR

31 Mar 2024 - Daylight Saving Time Starts

When local standard time is about to reach Sunday, 31 March 2024, 01:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Sunday, 31 March 2024, 03:00 local daylight time instead.

Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 31 Mar 2024 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.

Also called Spring Forward.

Before
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After
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27 OCT

27 Oct 2024 - Daylight Saving Time Ends

When local standard time is about to reach Sunday, 27 October 2024, 02:59 clocks are turned backward 1 hour to
Sunday, 27 October 2024, 02:00 local standard time instead.

Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour earlier on 27 Oct 2024 than the day before. There will be more light in the morning.

Also called Fall Back.

Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Municipalities in North Macedonia (2024)

MunicipalityDST Start (Spring)DST End (Fall)
Arachinovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Berovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Bitola 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Bogdanci 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Bogovinje 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Bosilovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Brvenica 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Centar Zhupa 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
ฤŒeลกinovo-Obleลกevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Chashka 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Chucher Sandevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Debar 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Debarca 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Delchevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Demir Hisar 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Demir Kapija 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Dojran 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Dolneni 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Gevgelija 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Gostivar 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Grad Skopje 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Gradsko 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Ilinden 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Jegunovce 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Karbinci 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kavadarci 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kichevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kochani 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Konche 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kratovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kriva Palanka 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Krivogashtani 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Krushevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Kumanovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Lipkovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Lozovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Makedonska Kamenica 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Makedonski Brod 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Mavrovo and Rostuลกa 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Mogila 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Negotino 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Novaci 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Novo Selo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Ohrid 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Opลกtina Sopiลกte 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Pehchevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Petrovec 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Plasnica 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Prilep 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Probishtip 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Radovish 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Rankovce 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Resen 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Rosoman 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Shtip 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Staro Nagorichane 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Struga 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Strumica 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Studenichani 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Sveti Nikole 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Tearce 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Tetovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Valandovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Vasilevo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Veles 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Vevchani 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Vinica 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Vrapchishte 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Zelenikovo 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Zhelino 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024
Zrnovci 31 Mar 2024 27 Oct 2024

DST Changes Summary for North Macedonia

Date Year Change Time Details
26 Oct 2025 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
29 Mar 2026 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start
25 Oct 2026 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
28 Mar 2027 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start
31 Oct 2027 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
26 Mar 2028 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start
29 Oct 2028 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
25 Mar 2029 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start
28 Oct 2029 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
31 Mar 2030 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start
27 Oct 2030 Back 1 hour 02:59 ➜ 02:00 Daylight Saving End
30 Mar 2031 Forward 1 hour 01:59 ➜ 03:00 Daylight Saving Start

Read More About Daylight Savings Time

Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in North Macedonia

Does North Macedonia use Daylight Saving Time in 2024?

Yes, North Macedonia observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2024 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 North Macedonia?

The next scheduled time transition in North Macedonia will take place on Sunday, 31 March 2024. 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 North Macedonia follow the same time change schedule?

Yes, the calendar dates for starting and ending Daylight Saving Time are consistent across the country. However, because North Macedonia spans 2 different time zones, the actual moment the clocks move occurs at different times depending on the local timezone of each municipality.

How will the next transition affect the day in North Macedonia?

Following the shift on 31 Mar 2024, 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 North Macedonia

Does North Macedonia observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia in 2024?

In 2024, Daylight Saving Time begins in North Macedonia on March 31, 2024 at 01:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.

When does DST end in North Macedonia in 2024?

In 2024, Daylight Saving Time ends in North Macedonia on October 27, 2024 at 02:59 local time. Clocks fall back by one hour, returning to standard time.

When is the next time change in North Macedonia?

The next clock change in North Macedonia is on March 31, 2024, when clocks will fall back by one hour.

What time zone is North Macedonia on after DST ends?

After DST ends, North Macedonia returns to its standard time zone, Europe / Belgrade (Europe/Belgrade). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.

Why does North Macedonia use Daylight Saving Time?

Like most countries that observe DST, North Macedonia 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.