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
Health Considerations for Missouri Residents
Medical research has revealed important health impacts of time changes in Missouri. The spring forward transition is associated with a 5% 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.
Energy Consumption Patterns in Missouri
Recent studies on energy consumption during DST in Missouri show modest savings of approximately 1.2% in electricity usage. However, these savings are offset by increased gasoline consumption as people take advantage of extended daylight for travel and recreation. The net energy impact remains a subject of ongoing research and debate among policy makers.
Historical Context
- Daylight Saving Time was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 as a way to conserve candles.
- Germany and Austria-Hungary were the first countries to use DST in 1916 during World War I.
- Not all countries observe DST - only about 70 countries worldwide use it.
Tips for Missouri 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 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.
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.