Germany switches to daylight saving time March 29, 2026

Germany will switch to daylight saving time on March 29, 2026, advancing clocks by one hour at 2 AM. This change means losing an hour of sleep but offers an extra hour of daylight in the evening. The practice of changing clocks twice a year continues, with no abolition in sight. The time change was first permanently introduced in Germany in 1980, aiming to align with neighboring countries and save energy, though its effectiveness is debated.