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Daylight Saving Time End in Idaho (2026)

In Idaho, Daylight Saving Time (DST) ends on Sunday, November 1, 2026. At 2:00 a.m. local time, clocks will be set back one hour to 1:00 a.m., returning the entire state to standard time.

Updated with grounded research as of 2026-08-28.

The short answer

For 2026, Daylight Saving Time in Idaho ends on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Residents across all Idaho counties, spanning both the Mountain and Pacific time zones, will 'fall back' by setting their clocks back one hour at 2:00 a.m., resulting in an extra hour of sleep and earlier sunsets in the evening.

Key facts

2026 End Date
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Clock Adjustment
Clocks shift back one hour at 2:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Statewide Observance

Although Idaho is geographically split between the Mountain Time Zone (most of the state) and the Pacific Time Zone (the northern Panhandle counties), the entire state observes the end of Daylight Saving Time simultaneously. Whether you are living in Coeur d'Alene or Boise, the transition happens at 2:00 a.m. local time on the first Sunday in November.

Planning for the Transition

The shift to standard time signifies the start of the darker winter months. For those relocating to or planning housing projects in Idaho, this change is a helpful marker for adjusting lighting schedules, property maintenance, and daily routines as daylight hours decrease in the evenings.

Understanding the 'Fall Back' Procedure

During the transition, the state moves from Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) or Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) back to Mountain Standard Time (MST) or Pacific Standard Time (PST). Most modern digital devices, including smartphones and computers, will update automatically, but analog clocks, oven timers, and vehicle dashboards often require manual adjustment.

Common questions

Does the end of DST affect all Idaho counties?

Yes. While Idaho has two time zones, the entire state transitions out of Daylight Saving Time on the same date and time.

Why does Idaho use two different time zones?

The state's time zone split—the Panhandle in Pacific Time and the rest of the state in Mountain Time—is a long-standing geographic designation largely influenced by regional commerce and transportation corridors.

When does Daylight Saving Time begin again?

Daylight Saving Time typically begins on the second Sunday in March, when clocks are set forward one hour.

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