Sunday, November 2, 2025 | Kissimmee, Florida
Early Sunday morning, November 2, much of the United States—including the state of Florida—returned to Standard Time (EST), setting clocks back one hour at 2:00 a.m.
This change marks the end of Daylight Saving Time, a practice that aims to make better use of natural light during the warmer months of the year.
🌅 What Does This Change Mean?
With the return to Standard Time, sunrises will be earlier and sunsets will occur sooner. While many enjoy the extra hour of sleep, the change also temporarily disrupts sleep patterns, productivity, and transportation.
In Central Florida, the transition to winter time is felt immediately, especially for outdoor activities, evening events, and television broadcasts. For El Sol Network TV viewers, programming will continue at its usual local times, but now in Eastern Standard Time (EST).
đź•• Origin of the Time Change
Daylight Saving Time was formally adopted in the United States during World War I, and its modern version dates back to 1966 with the Uniform Time Act.
Since 2007, the country has changed its clocks twice a year:
Second Sunday of March: clocks are moved forward one hour (spring forward).
First Sunday of November: clocks are moved back one hour (fall back).
The initial purpose was to save electricity by taking advantage of more daylight hours. However, over time, the benefits have been more social and related to economic coordination than energy efficiency.
🧠Tips for Adapting to the New Time
Experts recommend adjusting sleep and eating habits during the first few days after the change.
Some helpful tips include:
Maintaining a consistent sleep and wake time.
Expose yourself to natural light in the morning.
Avoid excessive caffeine or screen time before bed.
Check manual clocks, ovens, vehicles, and devices that don’t automatically adjust.
đź“ş Local Programs and Activities
In Central Florida, media and events continue to air on their local time, adjusted to standard time.
Programs such as El Mañanazo, Entre Gustos y Colores, De Noche y Sin Sueño, De Fiesta con Rubén Rubén, and Entre la Cordura y la Locura maintain their regular schedules, automatically adjusted by digital platforms and Roku TV.
🌞 A Small Change with a Daily Impact
Although setting the clocks back an hour may seem like a minor detail, this change influences the pace of life, mood, and productivity of millions of people.
The next time change will occur in March 2026, when the country returns to Daylight Saving Time (DST) and clocks are moved forward one hour.
Until then, El Sol de la Florida invites its readers to enjoy brighter mornings and more inviting afternoons under the new standard time.
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đź“° The Sun Post
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