Israel to Switch to Winter Time on October 24
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
Israel will switch to winter time on the night of October 24-25, 2026, moving clocks back one hour at 2:00 AM. This change will last about five months, with the return to daylight saving time set for March 26, 2027. While smart devices often update automatically, manual adjustments will be needed for older clocks and appliances.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel will observe the switch to winter time on the night of October 24-25, 2026.
- Clocks will be set back one hour at 2:00 AM, gaining an extra hour of sleep.
- Winter time will last approximately five months, ending on March 26, 2027.
- The return to daylight saving time on March 26, 2027, will involve moving clocks forward one hour.
- Smart devices usually update automatically, but manual adjustments are necessary for other clocks.
Israel will officially transition to winter time on the night between Saturday, October 24, and Sunday, October 25, 2026. At 2:00 AM, clocks will be set back one hour to 1:00 AM, granting an extra hour of sleep. This change will also result in earlier sunsets.
Winter time is scheduled to last for approximately five months. The transition back to daylight saving time will occur on Friday, March 26, 2027. At 2:00 AM that day, clocks will be moved forward one hour to 3:00 AM, causing a loss of an hour of sleep.
Most smartphones and internet-connected watches will automatically update the time, provided automatic date and time settings are enabled. However, traditional wall clocks, car clocks, and some appliances will require manual adjustment.
