So. When do the clocks change ?

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Clock Change Information

Yep. This site is here just to provide you with information on when and why the clocks go forward or when the clocks go back. It's not a very important role but could prove vital. We don't know.

However, to help you understand the complex implications caused by changing the clocks, we've added a bit of why the clocks change. We've also added a little history of the daylight saving clock change so you learn something extra today. If you want to skip the history and the information and just want to know when the clocks change, then use the drop down selector tool above to jump straight to your country. We've not added all the countries that change their clocks yet because, frankly, we are just plain lazy. If your country is not included, then please don't be offended, we'll be adding it shortly. Maybe.

Also, it's worth remembering the simple rule (for those in the Northern Hemisphere) that clocks go forward in the spring, they 'Spring Forward' and the clocks go back in the Autumn, they 'Fall Back'. Someone told us that once and we never forgot.

Check Your Smoke Alarm Batteries

Before you do anything use this opportunity twice a year to check your smoke alarm batteries. Having a smoke alarm in your house is all very good but if your batteries are flat then it isn't going to help to save your life in a fire. Press the button on the front of the alarm and see if it beeps. If it doesn't, then get some new batteries online now.