The debate over changing the clocks happens every year: why do we still do it, what’s the point, and most importantly—when do we move the clocks?
Just like previous years, 2025 will be no different, as we’ll be adjusting our clocks both in spring and autumn.
Although there has been a lot of discussion about abolishing clock changes, the current schedule still requires us to shift the time twice a year.
When Do We Change the Clocks in 2025?
- Daylight Saving Time: On Sunday, March 30, 2025, at 2:00 AM, the clocks will move forward one hour to 3:00 AM, meaning we’ll lose an hour of sleep.
- Standard Time: On Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 3:00 AM, the clocks will go back one hour to 2:00 AM, giving us an extra hour of sleep.
The Origins of Daylight Saving Time
The idea of adjusting the clocks was first humorously suggested by American polymath Benjamin Franklin in 1784. However, it wasn’t until the early 20th century that governments seriously considered it.
Germany and Austria-Hungary (including Croatia, which was part of the empire at the time) were the first to implement daylight saving time during World War I, from 1916 to 1918. It was later used in the Kingdom of Yugoslavia and the Independent State of Croatia before being discontinued. The practice resumed in 1983 and has remained in place ever since, with EU-wide regulations introduced in 1996.
Will Daylight Saving Time Be Abolished?
The EU proposed ending seasonal clock changes in 2018, but member states have yet to reach an agreement. As per current EU regulations, daylight saving time is set to continue until at least 2026.
