The summer time change
Daylight saving time is about to begin. In the early hours of March 31, that is, next Sunday, the clocks will go forward one hour. At 2:00 a.m. it will become 3:00 a.m. This time change means that you will sleep one hour less that night.
The objective of the time change
The time change, both in winter and summer, is carried out throughout the European Union with the aim of adapting the working day to the hours of sunlight. Starting Tuesday, April 2, the first working day after the Easter holidays, the days will be longer and more hours of light will be enjoyed in the afternoons.
Duration of daylight saving time
This year, daylight saving time will be extended until the last weekend in October. At that time, the clocks will go back one hour to adjust to winter time. That is, at 03:00 in the morning, the clocks will go back to 02:00.
The possibility of maintaining daylight saving time
The possibility of eliminating the time change and maintaining the same schedule throughout the year has been considered for some time. Initially, the European Commission planned to make a decision on this in 2021, but due to the pandemic, it has been delayed. Although 64% of Europeans are in favor of maintaining daylight saving time all year round, experts have not yet reached a definitive conclusion.
Effects of time change
Time change can cause tiredness and drowsiness in some people. It is recommended to avoid long naps and heavy dinners on the Saturday night before the time change.
