2027 Time Change Schedule
| Season | Date | Time | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2027-03-14 | 2:00 AM | Clocks forward to 3:00 AM |
| Fall | 2027-11-07 | 2:00 AM | Clocks back to 1:00 AM |
Time Until Next Change
Health Considerations for Arkansas Residents
Medical research has revealed important health impacts of time changes in Arkansas. 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 6% on the Monday following the spring time change.
Health Tip: Gradually adjust your sleep schedule by going to bed 15 minutes earlier
each night for four days before the spring time change.
Preparation Tips
✓ Use the extra evening daylight in summer for outdoor activities and vitamin D.
✓ Use the phrase 'Spring forward, fall back' to remember which direction to change your clocks.
✓ Consider the time change when scheduling meetings with people in other time zones.
✓ Be extra cautious driving the Monday after the spring time change - accident rates increase.