Quick Answer: 2028 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
Historical Context
- The energy savings from DST are debated, with modern studies showing minimal impact.
- Daylight Saving Time was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 as a way to conserve candles.
- Not all countries observe DST - only about 70 countries worldwide use it.
Tips for Pennsylvania Residents
Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.
Remember that not all countries change on the same date - check international meeting times carefully.
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 2028, most regions continue to observe the biannual time change.