Daylight Saving Time (DST) is the practice of setting the clocks forward by one hour during the warmer months of the year to extend evening daylight. Typically, this involves moving clocks forward in spring and back in the fall. The primary purpose of DST is to make better use of daylight in the evenings and to conserve energy by reducing the need for artificial lighting during the evening hours. This practice varies by region, with some areas observing it while others do not. DST generally starts in the spring, often referred to as “springing forward,” and ends in the fall, known as “falling back.” The specific dates and times for the transition can differ between countries and regions.
The clock change in France is a biannual event rooted in energy conservation practices dating back to the 1970s oil crisis. Every spring, clocks move forward an hour, reducing sleep…