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Brace yourselves: Daylight saving time is almost upon us
Clocks move forward one hour on March 8, marking the earliest start of Daylight Saving Time under U.S. law and resulting in one less hour of sleep.
- On Sunday, March 8, 2026, Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m., when clocks jump forward to 3 a.m., causing most of the United States to lose one hour of sleep.
- Under federal law, Daylight Saving Time runs from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November, a practice that began in 1918 during World War I and was used again in World War II to conserve fuel.
- Sleep experts advise starting adjustments the week before by shifting wake times 15 minutes daily, limiting caffeine, and manually setting traditional clocks while modern devices update automatically.
- However, the Sunshine Protection Act still needs House approval and President Joe Biden's signature, while two states, Hawaii and Arizona, do not observe DST.
- Because March 1 falls on a Sunday this year, the earliest possible start lands on Sunday, March 8, and people should prepare this coming week for the imminent clock change.
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Experts share essential tips for maintaining healthy sleep during daylight saving time
The month of March brings the promise of warmer weather and longer days ahead. But adjusting to the change in clocks can be tricky. Here's how you can maintain good sleeping habits when the clock jumps forward on March 8.
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