Clocks turned back nationwide in US as daylight saving time ended

Daylight Saving Time Ended in US (Image: Canva)

On Sunday, the daylight-saving time was officially terminated in most states in the US. The clocks became an hour earlier indicating the move back to normal time.

The transformation impacted everyday habits, daytime and sleeping arrangements in the country. Some states such as Arizona and Hawaii were unaffected.

When Did Daylight Saving End?

Daylight saving time ended Sunday, 2 November 2025, at 2:00 a.m. Clocks were set back one hour across most states. Americans enjoyed an extra hour of sleep that night. The adaptation saw the switch to standard wintertime.

Where and Who Was Affected?

Daylight saving was observed in most states of the United States and the clocks were amended. Arizona (excluding Navajo Nation) and Hawaii stayed on standard time. These states did not experience the clock change this weekend. Residents had to check local rules to avoid confusion with schedules.

Why the Change Mattered?

Former President Trump called the clock changes inconvenient and costly. He said ending daylight saving could save time and reduce confusion nationally. The daylight hours were impacted seriously by the switch during mornings and evenings.

Ending daylight saving affected daylight hours in mornings and evenings significantly. Sun rose earlier, making mornings brighter, while evenings grew darker sooner.

The change had an impact on commuting, pattern of work weeks and patterns of energy consumption in the country. Experts also linked the change to temporary disruptions in sleep and alertness.

How Americans Prepared themselves?

People set clocks back one hour before sleeping Saturday night. Digital devices often updated automatically, but manual clocks required adjustment.

Sleep experts suggested gradually shifting routines to minimise grogginess or fatigue. Preceding the late sunsets contributed to the safety of both drivers and pedestrians.

History and Controversy of DST

Daylight saving was initiated during the World War I in order to conserve the energy resources. Its relevance and health impacts remain a topic of debate before congress.

Other legislators have suggested that daylight saving be made permanent in the future throughout the country. Scientific research indicated both advantages and disadvantages such as saving on energy and the danger posed.