2025 Time Change Schedule
| Season | Date | Time | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 2025-03-09 | 2:00 AM | Clocks forward to 3:00 AM |
| Fall | 2025-11-02 | 2:00 AM | Clocks back to 1:00 AM |
Time Until Next Change
Economic Impact of DST in Pennsylvania
The economic implications of Daylight Saving Time in Pennsylvania 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 $401 million in lost productivity nationwide due to sleep deprivation and adjustment issues.
Preparation Tips
✓ 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.
✓ Set your clocks before going to bed to avoid confusion in the morning.
✓ Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.