The clocks in Spain will be set forward by one hour during the early hours of Sunday morning, March 29th, as the country transitions to summer time. Therefore, the clock will mechanically advance to 3:00 when it strikes 2:00.
This annual March adjustment reduces the amount of sleep that night by one hour, but it also enables you to experience longer and brighter evenings.
What is the reason for the alteration in the clocks?
The time change is in response to a European directive that aims to promote energy savings and optimise the use of natural light, particularly in illumination.
Despite the ongoing debate regarding its efficacy in recent years, the measure is still enforced in all member states of the European Union.
How it impacts health
Minor changes in the body, particularly in the areas of sleep and biological rhythm, may result from the time change.
During the initial days, certain individuals may experience fatigue, difficulty sleeping, or a lack of concentration as their bodies adapt to the new schedule. There are also more fatal road accidents in the days that follow.
Strategies for enhancing one’s adaptability
Experts suggest that the impact can be minimised by progressively adjusting sleep schedules in the days preceding bedtime, refraining from using screens before bedtime, and maintaining consistent routines.
In order to facilitate the body’s adaptation, it is also recommended to utilise natural light during the day.
What is the duration of its implementation?
When the clocks are set back one hour, winter time will be reinstated, and summer time will remain in effect until the last Sunday of October.
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