2024 Time Change Schedule
| Season | Date | Time | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2024-03-10 | 2:00 AM | Clocks forward to 3:00 AM |
| Fall | 2024-11-03 | 2:00 AM | Clocks back to 1:00 AM |
Time Until Next Change
Agricultural Considerations
Farmers in Louisiana have historically had mixed feelings about DST. While the original justification for DST included giving farmers more daylight hours, modern farming practices rely heavily on the sun's position rather than clock time. Dairy farmers particularly note that cows don't adjust their biological clocks, creating temporary disruptions in milking schedules.
Preparation Tips
✓ Remember that not all countries change on the same date - check international meeting times carefully.
✓ Be extra cautious driving the Monday after the spring time change - accident rates increase.
✓ Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.
✓ Consider the time change when scheduling meetings with people in other time zones.