The End of Summer: Why Do the Clocks Go Back in October?

Why do we change clocks?

We change our clocks twice a year to take advantage of the sunlight. During the winter, the days are shorter, so we move our clocks back an hour to get more daylight in the mornings. In the spring, the days are longer, so we move our clocks forward an hour to get more daylight in the evenings.

When do we change clocks?

In the United States, we change our clocks on the first Sunday in November and the second Sunday in March. This year, we will change our clocks back on Sunday, November 6th.

Why do we change clocks in October?

We used to change our clocks back in October, but in 2007, the Energy Policy Act was passed, which moved the date to the first Sunday in November. The reason for this change was to save energy. By moving the date back, we get more daylight in the mornings, which means that we can use less energy to light our homes and businesses.

What are the benefits of changing clocks?

There are a number of benefits to changing clocks, including:

Saving energy: As mentioned above, changing clocks can help us to save energy.

Reducing traffic accidents: Changing clocks can help to reduce traffic accidents by making it more visible in the mornings and evenings.

Improving our health: Changing clocks can help to improve our health by giving us more daylight, which can boost our mood and energy levels.

What are the drawbacks of changing clocks?

There are also a few drawbacks to changing clocks, including:

Disrupting our sleep: Changing clocks can disrupt our sleep patterns, especially if we are not used to the change.

Confusing our pets: Changing clocks can also be confusing for our pets, who may not understand why their feeding and walking schedules have changed.

Overall, the benefits of changing clocks outweigh the drawbacks. If you are having trouble adjusting to the time change, there are a few things you can do to make it easier, such as:

Going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on weekends.

Getting plenty of sunlight during the day.

Avoiding caffeine and alcohol before bed.