Daylight Saving Time in Vermont

2026 Time Change Schedule

Time Until Next Change

Agricultural Considerations

Farmers in Vermont have historically had mixed feelings about DST. While the original justification for DST included giving farmers more daylight hours, modern farming practices rely heavily on the sun's position rather than clock time. Dairy farmers particularly note that cows don't adjust their biological clocks, creating temporary disruptions in milking schedules.

Energy Consumption Patterns in Vermont

Recent studies on energy consumption during DST in Vermont 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.

Preparation Tips

✓ Set your clocks before going to bed to avoid confusion in the morning.

✓ Update your car clock, microwave, and other manual clocks that don't auto-update.

✓ Use the extra evening daylight in summer for outdoor activities and vitamin D.

✓ Check and replace smoke detector batteries when changing clocks - it's a good reminder!