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Day: Daylight Saving Time (DST) typically ends on the last Sunday of October in Spain. At 3:00 AM, clocks are turned backward one hour to 2:00 AM, allowing Spaniards an extra hour of sleep.
History: The concept of DST was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784 but wasn't widely adopted until Germany started it during World War I to save energy. Spain followed suit, and since the European Union standardized the start and end dates of DST across member states, Spain has participated alongside its European neighbors.
Traditions: There aren't any specific traditions associated with the end of Daylight Saving Time in Spain. It is more a functional change than a cultural event.
What People Do: As clocks go back one hour, people generally enjoy the immediate benefit of an additional hour of sleep. The day doesn't involve special activities or celebrations. However, some may use the time change as a reminder to perform tasks like changing batteries in smoke detectors or adjusting other time-keeping devices.
The shift also prompts adjustments in daily schedules and routines due to the change in daylight hours. People prepare for earlier sunsets and potentially colder weather as it signals the coming winter season.
