## Clock Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time 2024 Nears its End Millions of Americans will soon gain an extra hour of sleep as Daylight Saving Time (DST) wraps up for 2024. Mark your calendars: clocks will officially "fall back" on Sunday, November 3rd, at 2:00 AM local time. **So, when exactly do clocks change for DST?** At 2:00 AM on November 3rd, clocks will be turned back one hour. This means that at 2:00 AM, the clock will actually read 1:00 AM. This shift will effectively give us an extra hour of sleep on that Sunday morning. **What are the benefits of ending DST?** While some argue that DST can disrupt our sleep-wake cycles, there are also potential benefits to ending it. For one, it can help to reduce the risk of accidents, as there is less darkness in the evening hours when DST ends. Additionally, ending DST can help to improve our overall health, as it can lead to more natural sleep patterns. **Can I opt out of DST?** DST is a federal law, so individuals cannot opt out of it. However, there are some states that have considered exempting themselves from DST. For example, Florida passed a bill in 2018 to make DST permanent, but it was ultimately vetoed by the governor. **When does DST start again in 2025?** DST will start again on Sunday, March 9th, 2025, at 2:00 AM local time. Clocks will be turned forward one hour, meaning that at 2:00 AM, the clock will actually read 3:00 AM. **Additional Resources** * [National Institute of Standards and Technology: Daylight Saving Time](https://www.nist.gov/topics/daylight-saving-time) * [Time and Date: Daylight Saving Time 2024](https://www.timeanddate.com/time/change/usa/2024) * [The Washington Post: Daylight Saving Time 2024: When clocks fall back](https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2023/10/24/daylight-saving-time-2024/)
