Daylight Saving Time Starts in Vatican City (Holy See)

Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Vatican City, also known as the Holy See, typically aligns with the practice observed by Italy and other European countries. The changeover to DST usually occurs on the last Sunday of March, when clocks are moved forward by one hour at 1:00 AM local time.

History:

• Introduced: DST was first proposed by George Hudson in 1895 and was later widely adopted during World War I to save energy.
• European Directive: Since 2002, the European Union has had a directive in place that harmonizes the start and end dates of DST across member states.

Traditions:

• There are no specific traditions associated with the start of DST in Vatican City. However, it is observed within an ecclesiastical context where it could affect the timing of religious services.

What People Do:

• Residents and institutions adjust their clocks forward by one hour.
• People may take advantage of longer daylight hours for various activities.
• The transition may impact scheduling within the Vatican, including masses and other ceremonies.

As an independent city-state enclaved within Rome, Vatican City typically follows similar protocols for time changes as Italy.