Daylight Saving Time is almost here, which means longer evenings, more daylight, and a change to your clocks.
In 2026, Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8.
At 2:00 a.m., clocks will move forward one hour to 3:00 a.m. This means most people will lose an hour of sleep, but gain more daylight in the evening hours.
Daylight Saving Time is observed in North Carolina and most states across the country. The time change is designed to make better use of daylight during the warmer months.
Most smartphones, computers, and other digital devices will update automatically. However, you may still need to manually change clocks on appliances, older devices, and vehicles.
The change also serves as a good reminder to check household safety items such as smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. Many people use the time change as a chance to replace batteries and make sure everything is working properly.
Daylight Saving Time will remain in effect until Sunday, November 1, 2026, when clocks will fall back one hour.
