The time change often brings uncertainty. Find out when and how exactly the clock changes and which devices do this automatically.
Kassel – In Germany there are different opinions on the six-monthly time change – some support it, others reject it. Despite the ongoing discussions, it will be necessary to adjust the clock hands again this fall. The annual autumn time change always takes place in October. Here are some useful pointers.
The October time change means the clock goes back one hour
Basically, the time always changes from summer to winter time on the last Sunday in October at 3 a.m. Changing from summer to winter time means setting the clock back one hour. This year the last Sunday of the month falls on October 27th. So on Sunday, October 27th, at 3 a.m. the clock will be set back to 2 a.m. This means that everyone gets an extra hour of sleep in the winter because the day starts later, but it also gets dark earlier in the evening.
There is often uncertainty as to whether the time will be automatically changed on the various clocks and devices in the house. In general, electronic devices such as radio alarm clocks, cell phones or laptops switch over automatically. The time only needs to be set manually with analog wrist and wall clocks as well as some older household appliances.
Do I have to adjust my alarm clock on my cell phone or radio alarm clock for the autumn time change?
In summary: If you have an alarm clock on your smartphone or a radio alarm clock, you can leave your alarm at the usual time and don’t have to change anything. The device carries out the time change automatically so that the alarm time is still correct the next day.
Despite the automatic changeover on most devices, many people still have to get used to the new time. It often takes a few days for the body to adjust to the changed time, especially in relation to sunrise and sunset.
Memory aids for the time change: One hour forward in summer, back in winter
Although many clocks automatically set summer or winter time, it is helpful to know when to advance and when to reset the time. There are some reminders for this:
- In spring the garden furniture is moved forward onto the terrace and in autumn it is put back.
- In summer the temperature goes up (from 2 to 3 o’clock) and in winter it goes down (from 3 to 2 o’clock).
- The rule 2 – 3 – 2: In summer it goes forward from 2 to 3 o’clock and in winter from 3 to 2 o’clock it goes back.
Despite broad support for the end of the time change, there is a lack of unity among the EU member states. The The solution could lie in rearranging the time zones.
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