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 Utah
The economic implications of Daylight Saving Time in Utah 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 3%.
However, the transition periods create temporary disruptions. Studies estimate that the Monday following the spring time change results in approximately $576 million in lost productivity nationwide due to sleep deprivation and adjustment issues.
Historical Context
- Arizona and Hawaii are the only US states that don't observe DST statewide.
- Germany and Austria-Hungary were the first countries to use DST in 1916 during World War I.
- DST was extended in the US in 2007, adding 4 weeks to the DST period.
Tips for Utah Residents
Be extra cautious driving the Monday after the spring time change - accident rates increase.
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.
Take advantage of the 'extra' hour in fall to catch up on sleep or tackle a project.
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.