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Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Greenland, as in many other places around the world, involves setting the clocks forward by one hour during the warmer months to extend evening daylight and conserve energy. However, when DST ends, typically in the late autumn, clocks are set back by one hour to revert to standard time.
Day: The specific date for when DST ends varies each year but typically occurs on the last Sunday of October.
History: The concept of DST was first widely adopted during World War I and II to save fuel. In more recent history, regions have implemented it to make better use of daylight and promote energy conservation.
Traditions: There are no specific traditions associated with the end of Daylight Saving Time in Greenland. It is primarily a practical change.
Activities: On the day DST ends, people in Greenland (and those in regions observing DST) are advised to set their clocks back one hour before going to sleep on Saturday night. This effectively gives residents an extra hour of sleep that night. Many electronic devices automatically adjust for DST changes.
Greenlanders may take this opportunity to check and replace batteries in smoke detectors and other safety devices – a practice encouraged by safety advocates during both the spring forward and fall back time changes. Aside from these practical considerations, there are no special activities or celebrations associated with this day.
