ZEATTLE – For Seattleites, the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) means more morning light for commuting but an earlier dusk. It also means an extra hour of sleep to make the seasonal adjustment as the Pacific Northwest heads into winter.

So when exactly does Daylight Saving Time end? Keep reading for everything you need to know about the time change.

When does Daylight Saving Time end in Seattle in 2024?

Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends in Seattle at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Residents will set their clocks back one hour, marking the return to standard time.

This annual “backslide” provides an extra hour of sleep, but it also means that sunrise and sunset occur about an hour earlier than the previous day, making the evenings darker.

What happens when Daylight Saving Time ends?

As the clocks go back, Seattle will experience brighter mornings and earlier sunsets. The shift helps align daylight hours with the shorter days of winter, providing more light for early risers.

On November 3, the sun rises earlier in the morning and sets earlier in the evening.

Why do we have Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight saving time was first introduced in the United States in 1918 during World War I as a way to conserve fuel. The idea was to reduce the need for artificial lighting in the evening, which saved energy. The practice was later revived during World War II and was standardized under the Uniform Time Act of 1966.

Will Daylight Saving Time be made permanent?

There is an ongoing debate about making DST permanent. In 2022, the U.S. Senate passed the Sunshine Protection Act, which proposed year-round daylight saving time. However, the bill has yet to be approved by the House of Representatives, leaving the future of DST uncertain.

Which states in the US observe Daylight Saving Time?

Everywhere in the U.S., except Hawaii and most of Arizona, observes the time change. To make matters even more confusing, the Navajo Nation in Arizona does observe DST. Some U.S. territories, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, They also don’t change their clocks twice a year, according to FOX Weather.

When does Daylight Saving Time start again?

On Sunday, March 9, 2025, we will move time forward one hour. This means that Seattle residents will move forward one hour and lose one hour of sleep.

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