Michigan is already experiencing shorter days as fall deepens. In just a few weeks, evenings will grow darker much earlier — a reminder that Daylight Saving Time (DST) is coming to an end. The official time change takes place on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Before going to bed on Saturday, November 1, remember to set your clocks back one hour. This annual “fall back” gives everyone an extra hour of sleep, but it also means earlier sunsets and darker evenings.
When Does Daylight Saving Time End in 2025?
Daylight Saving Time officially ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Clocks will be turned back one hour, causing both sunrise and sunset to occur an hour earlier.
This marks the transition from extended evening daylight to standard time, signaling the approach of winter.
What Is Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time — sometimes incorrectly called “Daylight Savings Time” — is the practice of moving clocks forward by one hour in spring to extend evening daylight and then moving them back in fall.
According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), DST helps align daylight hours with people’s typical daily activities. The goal is to make better use of natural light and potentially conserve energy during the warmer months when people spend more time outdoors.
Is It “Daylight Saving” or “Daylight Savings”?
Although most people say “Daylight Savings Time”, the correct term is “Daylight Saving Time” — without the “s.”
The word “saving” functions as an adjective describing time, not a plural noun.
When Will DST Begin Again in 2026?
Daylight Saving Time will return on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2 a.m. On that date, clocks will be set forward one hour, bringing later sunsets and longer evenings.
This “spring forward” marks the start of the lighter half of the year, with days gradually lengthening as spring progresses.
The Winter Solstice: The Start of Winter
The winter solstice — the day when the Northern Hemisphere tilts farthest away from the sun — occurs on December 21, 2025, at 8:03 a.m. EST.
It marks the official start of winter and the shortest day of the year in terms of daylight hours. After that, days will slowly begin to lengthen once again.
Key Dates to Remember
- DST Ends: Sunday, November 2, 2025 (set clocks back one hour)
- Winter Solstice: Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 8:03 a.m. EST
- DST Begins Again: Sunday, March 8, 2026 (set clocks forward one hour)
FAQs
When does Daylight Saving Time end in 2025?
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 2 a.m. Clocks will be set back one hour, giving everyone an extra hour of sleep and causing earlier sunrises and sunsets.
Why do we observe Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight Saving Time helps make better use of daylight by shifting one hour of sunlight from the morning to the evening. It’s designed to save energy and align daylight hours with people’s daily routines.
Is it called Daylight Saving or Daylight Savings Time?
The correct term is ‘Daylight Saving Time’ without the ‘s.’ Many people say ‘Daylight Savings,’ but grammatically, ‘saving’ functions as an adjective.
When will Daylight Saving Time begin in 2026?
Daylight Saving Time will begin again on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2 a.m. Clocks will move forward one hour, leading to later sunsets and longer evenings.
When is the winter solstice in 2025?
The winter solstice, marking the official start of winter and the shortest day of the year, occurs on December 21, 2025, at 8:03 a.m. EST.
