Ohio 2025 Time Change: When Do Clocks Fall Back This Year? Key Details You Need to Know
As fall approaches, Americans prepare to adjust their clocks for the end of daylight saving time (DST) in 2025. This year, clocks will be set back one hour on November 2 at 2 a.m. This event highlights a long-standing practice observed in most states.
End of Daylight Saving Time in 2025
Daylight saving time concludes every year, but in 2025, it holds special significance as discussions about its future continue. The common practice of changing the clocks has been prevalent since its introduction during the First World War.
Upcoming Time Changes
- November 2, 2025: Clocks fall back at 2 a.m.
- March 8, 2026: Daylight saving time begins again.
Historical Context
Daylight saving time originated in the U.S. with the Standard Time Act of 1918 to conserve fuel during the war. It was briefly discontinued after World War I and reintroduced during World War II. Temporary measures to extend DST were implemented in the 1970s due to an energy crisis.
Permanent Change Discussions
There is growing support for abolishing biannual time changes. Prominent figures like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy advocate for ending daylight saving time. However, any permanent change requires congressional approval. Currently, Hawaii and some parts of Arizona do not observe DST.
State Legislative Actions
Ohio’s House State and Local Government Committee passed House Concurrent Resolution 7 in October 2023. This resolution urges Congress to approve the Sunshine Uniformity Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent.
States Exploring Daylight Saving Time Changes
At least 31 states are evaluating legislation to end the clock-switching tradition. These include:
- Alaska
- California
- Florida
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Ohio
- Texas
- Virginia
- Washington
Despite widespread interest in revising DST practices, concrete changes hinge on federal legislation. Until a new policy is enacted, the tradition of turning clocks back in November will continue in 2025.
