TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The end of daylight savings in Victoria is fast approaching. On Sunday, April 5, residents will leave behind the blissful, longer daylight hours and welcome the standard time.
But this seasonal shift can still leave some people confused, do the clocks go forward or back? And do we lose or gain an hour of sleep? Worry not, this handy guide explains everything you need to know about the end of daylight savings in Victoria.
When does daylight savings Victoria end?
According to TimeOut and Mamamia, daylight savings in Victoria will end on Sunday, April 5. To be exact, clocks will need to be turned back by one hour at 3 a.m., marking the return to standard time.
Do the clocks go forward or backward?
When daylight saving time ends, the clocks go backward by one hour. This means residents will gain an extra hour of sleep, although it also brings an end to the longer daylight evenings.
There’s no need to worry about smartphones and other digital devices, as most of them automatically adjust to the new time. However, if you have analog clocks, it’s recommended to set them back before going to bed on Saturday night.
Which other Australian states end daylight savings?
The time change does not apply across all of Australia. Only several states and territories observe daylight saving time. Residents in the following places will also need to adjust their clocks when daylight savings ends:
- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
When will daylight savings Victoria start again?
Although it may feel like 2026 has only just begun, the next daylight savings in Victoria will return sooner than expected. The clocks will move forward again on Sunday, October 4, marking the start of daylight saving time for the warmer months.
For now, residents can easily adjust to the shorter days at the end of the season.
Read: Daylight Savings UK 2026: Dates, Time Changes & What to Know
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