Israel Shifts to Winter Time, Gaining an Extra Hour of Sleep
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Israel is switching to winter time overnight, moving clocks back one hour at 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM. This change provides an extra hour of sleep and ends daylight saving time. Digital devices usually update automatically, but users should confirm their settings.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel switches to winter time overnight, moving clocks back one hour.
- The time change occurs at 2:00 AM, reverting to 1:00 AM.
- Residents will gain an additional hour of sleep.
- Daylight saving time officially ends with this transition.
- Automatic clock updates on digital devices are common but should be verified.
Israel will transition to winter time overnight, with clocks set to be moved back one hour. At 2:00 AM on Friday, clocks will revert to 1:00 AM, granting residents an additional hour of sleep. This change marks the end of daylight saving time. While most digital devices and smartphones automatically adjust their clocks, it is advisable for individuals to verify that this setting is enabled.
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