Daylight saving time ends Sunday. Here's what to know

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

Many Americans will turn their clocks back one hour this Sunday, marking the end of daylight saving time. This change brings lighter mornings and darker evenings across most states.

Current Observance and Exceptions

Most states observe daylight saving time, with exceptions including Hawaii and Arizona. However, the part of the Navajo Nation located in Arizona does observe the time change. Additionally, U.S. territories such as Guam, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands do not adjust their clocks.

Year-Round Daylight Saving Time Efforts

Nineteen states have passed laws aiming to keep daylight saving time throughout the year. However, these changes require federal approval, as current law does not allow for permanent daylight saving time.

"Because federal law does not currently allow full-time DST, Congress would have to act before states could adopt changes." — National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)

Public Opinion

Only 12% of U.S. adults support keeping daylight saving time year-round, reflecting ongoing debate over its benefits and inconveniences.

Visual Reminder

Vintage clocks, such as those at the Electric Time Company in Medfield, Massachusetts, will need to be reset to reflect the time change.

"It's that time of year again: Many Americans will have to reset their clocks and circadian rhythms when daylight saving time ends." — Charles Krupa/AP

Summary: The annual shift back to standard time affects most Americans, while efforts to make daylight saving time permanent await federal approval amid divided public opinion.

NPR — 2025-11-02