US daylight saving time ends November 1, 2026
Clocks in the United States will shift back by one hour this Sunday, marking the end of daylight saving time.
Daylight saving time will conclude in the United States on Sunday, November 1, 2026. At 2 a.m. local time, clocks will be set back to 1 a.m., returning the country to standard time until March 14, 2027.
While the shift provides an additional hour of sleep, medical professionals continue to express concern regarding the physiological impacts of the change. Experts from organizations including the American Academy of Sleep Medicine argue that moving away from standard time disrupts human circadian rhythms, potentially contributing to increased risks of stroke and obesity.
The legislative future of daylight saving remains uncertain. Although public sentiment in the U.S. shows a 56% preference for permanent daylight saving, and the House of Representatives has passed the Sunshine Protection Act, the legislation requires Senate approval before it can be enacted into law.