Georgia Clocks to Move Back November 1
Residents across Georgia will transition to Eastern Standard Time by shifting their clocks back one hour this November.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Sleep Disorders
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Georgia will end daylight saving time on November 1, 2026, as clocks shift back one hour from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. local time. This statewide transition brings the region to Eastern Standard Time.
Why it matters
The shift marks the seasonal end of daylight saving time, a process that continues until federal legislation potentially establishes year-round daylight saving time. Lawmakers are currently debating the future of this practice through the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025.
The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 with a 308-117 vote in July 2026. This legislation remains under consideration by the Senate to determine if daylight saving time will become permanent.
The players
U.S. House of Representatives
The lower house of the United States Congress which passed the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025.
U.S. Senate
The upper house of the United States Congress currently reviewing the legislative proposal to end seasonal time changes.
The details
Most internet-connected devices will update automatically at 2 a.m. to reflect the change to Eastern Standard Time. Residents should manually adjust older analog clocks and some vehicle dashboard systems to ensure they remain synchronized with local time.
Timeline
July 14, 2026: The U.S. House passed the Sunshine Protection Act.
July 15, 2026: The U.S. Senate received the Sunshine Protection Act.
November 1, 2026: Georgia clocks shift back one hour at 2 a.m.
March 14, 2027: Clocks are scheduled to move forward in Georgia.
Health Landscape
This clock adjustment follows established seasonal patterns while the nation continues to debate the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025. The legislation represents a significant effort to move away from the traditional twice-annual time change.
Residents should prepare for the one-hour shift by adjusting their sleep schedules gradually to minimize disruption to their circadian rhythms. Ensure all manual clocks and vehicle timers are updated by the morning of November 1 to avoid scheduling conflicts.
The takeaway
The end of daylight saving time is a reminder to sync all analog devices to the new local time. Residents can plan for future changes by noting the next transition scheduled for mid-March.
What happens next
Georgia is scheduled to move clocks forward on March 14, 2027.
Further reading
Learn more about the relationship between time changes and rest in our Sleep Disorders section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Savannah Morning News.
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