As spring temperatures gradually replace the winter chill, many of us are looking forward to more daylight and warmer weather. This period also brings another change - the transition to summer time. But what exactly is daylight saving time and why do we even use it? And more importantly, when is the 2024 clock shift anyway?
When is the clock shift 2024? Although it is summer time has become part of our lives, its use is not universal. Some countries have decided not to use the clock shift anymore, while others have continue this practice. Whether or not daylight saving time is beneficial, it's important to remember to turn the clocks forward on the last Sunday in March and prepare for the longer days ahead.
Clock shift: We will move the clocks forward on the last Sunday in March to prepare for the longer days ahead. Photo: Cats/PexelsWhat is daylight savings time?
Summer time is the practice of moving the clocks one hour ahead in the spring, to spend the evening in the light and reduce the use of artificial lighting. By "adding" an hour to the daytime, the evenings last longer and the mornings are shorter. This practice usually begins in the spring and ends in the fall when hours we move backj to standard time.
2024 clock shift: When does daylight saving time start in 2024?
In most countries that use daylight saving time, the clock change occurs on the last Sunday in March. So, in 2024 we will move the clocks forward on the night from Saturday, March 30, Sunday, March 31. This means that at 2 in the morning the clocks will show 3 in the morning, with which we will "lose" an hour of sleep, but gain more evening daylight.
Photo: Stas/PexelsWhy do we have daylight saving time?
The concept of summer time is not modern. It was first proposed in the 19th century, but only became more widely accepted in the 20th century, particularly during the First and Second World Wars and the oil crisis of the 1970s, as a way to energy saving. The main reasons for its use include various factors. As daylight increases in the evening, the need for artificial lighting decreases, which theoretically means less electricity consumption.
Longer evenings encourage people to spend more time outdoors, which can be beneficial for physical and mental health. Some studies show that the energy savings are not as great as initially predicted. There are also concerns about health effects, as the clock shift can affect human biological clock, leading to sleep problems and other health problems.
