Poland will switch its clocks back to winter time at 3 a.m. on October 26, 2025, and the change may be the final one unless new legislation is enacted.
When the Time Change Happens
The switch to winter time in 2025 will take place overnight from Saturday, 25 October to Sunday, 26 October. At 3:00 a.m., clocks are set back one hour to 2:00 a.m. In most electronic devices, this adjustment occurs automatically, so manual changes are usually unnecessary. Winter time will remain in force until the end of March 2026.
Impact on Health and Daily Life
Although the extra hour of sleep may seem advantageous, rewinding the clock often affects well‑being and daily rhythm. Doctors note that for several days after the change many people experience drowsiness, reduced concentration and lower mood due to a disrupted internal biological clock that needs time to adjust to the new daylight pattern. The autumn back‑shift also brings shorter days and less natural light, influencing mood and physical activity. Brighter mornings, on the other hand, improve commuting conditions and reduce accident risk.
Is the Practice About to End in Poland?
Discussions about abolishing daylight saving time have been ongoing in the European Union for several years. In 2019, the European Parliament voted to end the practice, but legislative work stalled during the pandemic. Poland’s 2022 regulation sets time changes in force until 2026, meaning that if no new law is introduced, the 2026 October 25 change could be the last.
Future Legislative Directions
In April, members of the Polish People’s Party (PSL) submitted a draft bill to the Sejm proposing to discontinue time changes in Poland and adopt Central European Summer Time year‑round. The draft received over 800 survey responses, and 96 % supported the proposal.
