Quick Answer: 2028 Time Change Dates
At 2:00 AM, clocks will spring forward to 3:00 AM
At 2:00 AM, clocks will fall back to 1:00 AM
Countdown to Next Time Change
Economic Impact of DST in Arizona
The economic implications of Daylight Saving Time in Arizona are significant and multifaceted. Retail businesses often report increased sales during DST months due to extended evening daylight hours, which encourages shopping and dining out. The tourism and recreation industries particularly benefit, with golf courses, theme parks, and other outdoor venues seeing revenue increases of up to 7%.
However, the transition periods create temporary disruptions. Studies estimate that the Monday following the spring time change results in approximately $578 million in lost productivity nationwide due to sleep deprivation and adjustment issues.
Health Considerations for Arizona Residents
Medical research has revealed important health impacts of time changes in Arizona. The spring forward transition is associated with a 6% increase in heart attacks during the first three days after the change. Car accidents also spike by approximately 7% on the Monday following the spring time change.
Historical Context
- Daylight Saving Time was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 as a way to conserve candles.
- The energy savings from DST are debated, with modern studies showing minimal impact.
- Arizona and Hawaii are the only US states that don't observe DST statewide.
Tips for Arizona Residents
Update your car clock, microwave, and other manual clocks that don't auto-update.
Remember that not all countries change on the same date - check international meeting times carefully.
Consider the time change when scheduling meetings with people in other time zones.
Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.
Why do we change clocks?
Daylight Saving Time was implemented to make better use of daylight during summer months, theoretically saving energy and providing more evening daylight for activities.
Do all states observe DST?
No, Hawaii and most of Arizona do not observe Daylight Saving Time. Some territories also opt out of the time change.
Is DST being eliminated?
While there have been various proposals to eliminate DST, as of 2028, most regions continue to observe the biannual time change.