Return to winter time: What you need to know about the change on Sunday
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On Sunday, October 25, 2026, Greece officially switches to winter time. In the early hours of that day, citizens will need to turn their clocks back one hour to align with the new schedule.
This change is made in accordance with the European directive applied in all member states of the European Union. The goal of this regulation is to make better use of natural daylight during the winter months, as the days become shorter.
This transition affects the daily lives of citizens, as dawn will arrive earlier, but it will get dark sooner in the afternoon. Many experts point out that the body needs a few days to adjust to the new temporal reality, especially regarding sleep and the biological clock.
Although the possibility of abolishing the time change at a European level had been intensely discussed in the past, no final decision has been reached so far. Thus, the measure remains in effect for all residents of the country.
Citizens are reminded to check their clocks, as well as their digital devices, to ensure they have been updated correctly. Winter time will remain in effect until the last Sunday of March 2027, when we will return to summer time.
Sources: Athens Voice
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