Indianapolis, IN – Midwest residents will lose an hour of sleep this weekend as daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 9. The shift means later sunsets and an adjustment period for those sensitive to time changes.
According to the Indiana Department of Health, small sleep changes leading up to the switch can help minimize the impact. Experts recommend going to bed 15–20 minutes earlier each night leading up to Sunday, gradually shifting daily routines like mealtimes, and exposing yourself to natural sunlight early in the day.
While the extra daylight in the evening can boost mood and energy, the abrupt schedule change can disrupt sleep cycles, leaving many feeling groggy on Monday. Sticking to a consistent bedtime, avoiding caffeine late in the day, and getting outside for morning sunlight can help regulate your body’s internal clock.
Midwest states, including Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio, will see the time change take effect overnight. Clocks will move forward one hour, meaning sunrise and sunset will occur later. Residents should set their clocks ahead before bed Saturday night to avoid confusion Sunday morning.
Daylight saving time will last until November 3, when clocks “fall back” an hour.
