Quick Answer: 2026 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
Health Considerations for Indiana Residents
Medical research has revealed important health impacts of time changes in Indiana. The spring forward transition is associated with a 10% 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.
Technology and Time Changes in 2026
Modern devices handle DST transitions automatically, but some systems still require manual updates. In 2026, ensure your smart home devices, car navigation systems, and older electronics are properly configured. Many IoT devices now use internet time servers for automatic updates, reducing the burden on users in Indiana.
IT departments should be particularly vigilant about server time synchronization, especially for systems handling financial transactions or time-sensitive operations.
Historical Context
- Not all countries observe DST - only about 70 countries worldwide use it.
- Russia experimented with permanent DST from 2011-2014 before switching to permanent standard time.
- DST was extended in the US in 2007, adding 4 weeks to the DST period.
Tips for Indiana Residents
Remember that not all countries change on the same date - check international meeting times carefully.
Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.
Use the extra evening daylight in summer for outdoor activities and vitamin D.
Be extra cautious driving the Monday after the spring time change - accident rates increase.
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 2026, most regions continue to observe the biannual time change.