Quick Answer: 2025 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 Michigan
The economic implications of Daylight Saving Time in Michigan 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 8%.
However, the transition periods create temporary disruptions. Studies estimate that the Monday following the spring time change results in approximately $461 million in lost productivity nationwide due to sleep deprivation and adjustment issues.
Historical Context
- Not all countries observe DST - only about 70 countries worldwide use it.
- The European Union voted to end DST in 2019, but implementation has been delayed.
- The energy savings from DST are debated, with modern studies showing minimal impact.
Tips for Michigan Residents
Check and replace smoke detector batteries when changing clocks - it's a good reminder!
Update your car clock, microwave, and other manual clocks that don't auto-update.
Consider the time change when scheduling meetings with people in other time zones.
Set your clocks before going to bed to avoid confusion in the morning.
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 2025, most regions continue to observe the biannual time change.