Daylight saving time 2025: When clocks change, “fall back” dates, and what today means

Daylight saving time in 2025 has reached its autumn turning point across much of the world. If you’re wondering “did the time change today?” or searching “when do clocks fall back,” here’s a clear, region-by-region guide with the exact dates and what to expect for sunrise and sunset as standard time returns.

When does daylight saving time end in 2025?

• United States & most of Canada
  Clocks fall back on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 2:00 a.m. local time (becoming 1:00 a.m.). DST began on Sunday, March 9, 2025. States and provinces that don’t observe DST continue unchanged (for example, Hawaii and most of Arizona in the U.S.; some local exceptions in Canada).

• United Kingdom & most of Europe
  Clocks went back on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 2:00 a.m. local time. Summer time will return on the last Sunday in March 2026.

• Egypt
  Clocks went back on Thursday night, October 31, 2025, ending the summer schedule that started Friday, April 25, 2025.

• Australia (states that observe DST: NSW, ACT, VIC, SA, TAS)
  Clocks went back on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 3:00 a.m. AEDT. DST starts again on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 2:00 a.m. AEST. Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia do not change.

• New Zealand
  Clocks went back on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 3:00 a.m. NZDT. DST starts again on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 2:00 a.m.

• Mexico
  Most of the country no longer observes nationwide DST. Some northern border municipalities align with U.S. changes; check local guidance.

• Other regions
  Many countries in Africa and Asia remain on standard time year-round. Local rules vary; always confirm city-specific announcements if your area is not listed above.

“Did the time change today?”

• Today is Saturday, November 1, 2025.

  • In the United States and most of Canada, the time change happens overnight into Sunday, November 2 (so, not yet).

  • In the UK/Europe, the change already happened on October 26.

  • In Egypt (Cairo), the change already happened on October 31.

  • In Australia and New Zealand, the autumn change happened back in April.

Daylight saving time 2025: quick reference table

Note: Some provinces/states and localities have exceptions or do not observe DST.

“Fall back” 2025: what changes for sunrise and sunset?

When clocks move back one hour, sunrise and sunset both occur an hour earlier by the clock:

• Earlier daylight in the morning helps early commutes and school runs.

• Earlier dusk means faster-fading light after work; outdoor activities may need to start sooner.

• Expect the earliest sunsets of the year in the weeks after the time change, then a gradual shift later again after the December solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.

Time change tips for an easy switch

• Phones usually auto-update, but ovens, microwaves, wall clocks, and in-car systems might not—set them manually after the change.

• Sleep strategy: Aim for a regular schedule; consider shifting bedtime by 15–20 minutes the two nights before a change if you’re sensitive.

• Safety reminders: Use the clock change as a cue to test smoke/CO alarms, refresh emergency kits, and review home/vehicle lighting for darker evenings.

• Calendar check: If you work or meet across time zones, re-confirm times for the next two weeks—misfires are common right after the switch.

Daylight saving time 2025: most-asked questions answered

• When do we turn the clocks back in 2025?
  U.S./Canada: November 2. UK/Europe: October 26. Egypt: October 31. Australia/NZ: April 6 (already done).

• When is the next “spring forward”?
  U.S./Canada: March 9, 2025 happened already; the next start is March 8, 2026. UK/Europe: March 30, 2025 happened already; next start is March 29, 2026. Australia: October 5, 2025. New Zealand: September 28, 2025.

• What does “fall back” mean?
  Set clocks back one hour to return to standard time.

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