Daylight Savings Time Changes in Syria 🇸🇾 (2022)
Syria does not observe daylight saving time; clocks stay on UTC+3 all year round.
| Country: | Syria |
| Capital: | Damascus |
| Abbreviations: | SY, SYR |
| IANA Time Zones: | 1 |
| Dial Code: | +963 |
Daylight Savings Time Schedule and Information
Before
23
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59
After
01
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00
24 MAR
24 Mar 2022 - Daylight Saving Time Starts
When local standard time is about to reach Thursday, 24 March 2022, 23:59 clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Thursday, 24 March 2022, 01:00 local daylight time instead.
Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on 24 Mar 2022 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.
Also called Spring Forward.
Daylight Savings Time Schedules by Governorates in Syria (2022)
| Governorate | DST Start (Spring) | DST End (Fall) |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hasakah | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Aleppo | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Ar-Raqqah | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| As-Suwayda | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Daraa | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Deir ez-Zor | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Dimashq | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Hama | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Homs | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Idlib | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Latakia | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Quneitra | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Rif-dimashq | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
| Tartus | 24 Mar 2022 | - |
DST Changes Summary for Syria
| Date | Year | Change | Time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Mar | 2022 | Forward 1 hour | 23:59 ➜ 01:00 | Daylight Saving Start |
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Common Questions about Daylight Savings Time Changes in Syria
Does Syria use Daylight Saving Time in 2022?
Yes, Syria observes Daylight Saving Time during the 2022 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 Syria?
The next scheduled time transition in Syria will take place on Thursday, 24 March 2022. 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 Syria follow the same time change schedule?
Yes, Syria 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.
How will the next transition affect the day in Syria?
Following the shift on 24 Mar 2022, 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 Syria
Does Syria observe Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Syria 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 Syria in 2022?
In 2022, Daylight Saving Time begins in Syria on March 24, 2022 at 23:59 local time. Clocks spring forward by one hour at this moment.
When is the next time change in Syria?
The next clock change in Syria is on March 24, 2022, when clocks will fall back by one hour.
What time zone is Syria on after DST ends?
After DST ends, Syria returns to its standard time zone, Asia / Damascus (Asia/Damascus). Standard time is the country's year-round baseline; DST adds one hour to that during the warmer months.
Why does Syria use Daylight Saving Time?
Like most countries that observe DST, Syria 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.