SOUTHLAND – Have you transitioned back to Pacific Standard Time?

The 2024 edition of Pacific Daylight expired on Sunday. We have reverted back an hour providing an extra hour in bed for many and an hour less for getting things done outside.

It also signals the steady approach of shorter days and longer nights until the winter solstice on December 21st. It’s commonly known as the shortest day of the year, a date marking the 24-hour period with the fewest daylight hours.

The clock change is rooted in a century-old practice designed to make better use of daylight during the summer months.

By shifting an hour of sunlight from the morning to the evening, the goal is to provide brighter evenings during the summer season. However, while the promise of an extra hour in bed sounds appealing, the change can still disrupt sleep patterns for many.

In terms of weather, temperatures have dropped to their coolest of the season and the dreaded Santa Ana winds are just getting started.

Story Date: November 4, 2024