As the days grow shorter, November will bring a slight reprieve with the end of daylight saving time.


Daylight saving time concludes on November 3, when clocks will be set back one hour, reversing the change made in March. This shift will lead to earlier sunsets and sunrises, with dawn likely occurring around 6 a.m.


Following the time change, daylight will continue to wane until the winter solstice on December 21, the shortest day of the year.


What is Daylight Saving Time?


Daylight saving time was standardized by the Uniform Time Act of 1966, initially starting on the last Sunday of April and ending on the last Sunday of October. This schedule was adjusted in 2005 to begin on the second Sunday in March and end on the first Sunday in November.


The concept of daylight saving time dates back to the early 1900s, introduced by the Standard Time Act to save energy during wartime.


When Will Ohio Turn Back the Clocks?


Ohioans should set their clocks back at 2 a.m. on November 3, along with other states observing the time change. Most smartphones will automatically adjust, but manual changes will be needed for other clocks.


What Does the End of Daylight Saving Time Mean for Ohioans?


The end of daylight saving time in November could offer an extra hour of sleep, as clocks are set back at 2 a.m., resulting in a longer night.


Is Daylight Saving Time Still Effective?


With advances in technology, daylight saving time is less effective for energy conservation than in the past. Additionally, studies suggest potential health risks associated with the time change. Efforts to make daylight saving time permanent, such as the Sunshine Protection Act passed by the U.S. Senate in 2022, have yet to progress beyond the House of Representatives, leaving the future of daylight saving time uncertain.


When Will Daylight Saving Time Resume in 2025?


In 2025, daylight saving time will begin on Sunday, March 9, and end on November 2.