Poland will set its clocks back at 3:00 a.m. on the night of October 25–26, 2025, shifting to winter time.
Winter Time Switch
On the night of October 25–26, 2025, Poland will shift from daylight saving to winter time by moving the hour hand back from 3:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Timing of The Change
The adjustment takes place at 3:00 a.m. local time, standardizing clocks for the start of the colder season and aligning with European practice.
Legal Basis
European Union regulations and the decree of the President of the Council of Ministers govern the time change. The current decree is valid until the end of 2026, ensuring the practice continues through that year.
Next Summer Time
Poland will again advance clocks back to daylight saving time on March 29, 2026, marking the reversal to summer time.
Health Impact
Experts warn that changing clocks can disrupt attention, mood, and overall circadian rhythm. Prof. Marta Jackowska of SWPS University explained that the shift interferes with the body’s biological clock by altering light availability, affecting sleep, alertness, digestion, temperature, and mood.
