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When Does the Time Change in Slovenia?

2025 DST Schedule

🌸 Spring Forward

2025-03-30

2:00 AM → 3:00 AM

🍂 Fall Back

2025-10-26

2:00 AM → 1:00 AM

Spring Transition

Lose one hour of sleep but gain evening daylight

Summer Months

Enjoy extended daylight hours for outdoor activities

Fall Transition

Gain an extra hour of sleep as we return to standard time

Winter Months

Earlier sunrises help with morning routines

Health Considerations for Slovenia Residents

Medical research has revealed important health impacts of time changes in Slovenia. 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 7% on the Monday following the spring time change.

Health Tip: Gradually adjust your sleep schedule by going to bed 15 minutes earlier each night for four days before the spring time change.

Energy Consumption Patterns in Slovenia

Recent studies on energy consumption during DST in Slovenia show modest savings of approximately 0.3% 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.

Did You Know?

Not all countries observe DST - only about 70 countries worldwide use it.
The energy savings from DST are debated, with modern studies showing minimal impact.
DST can affect health, with studies showing increased heart attacks and car accidents after the spring change.