tímabreytingar
Tímabreytingar, commonly referred to as time changes or daylight saving time (DST) in English, are the practice of advancing clocks by one hour during warmer months and then setting them back in autumn. The primary stated goal of this practice is to make better use of daylight. By shifting an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening, it is believed that people can engage in outdoor activities later in the day, reduce the need for artificial lighting, and potentially save energy.
The concept of adjusting clocks to better align with daylight hours has a long history, with various
Critics argue that the energy savings are minimal or non-existent, and that DST can disrupt sleep patterns,
Many countries and regions have experimented with DST, with some adopting it, others abandoning it, and some