Louisiana’s Clocks Spring Forward An Hour On March 8

Lake Charles, LA [KNGT-FM] - It is that time of the year again when the sun stays out longer, making the day longer. This is most people's favorite time of the year because it gives you a lot more time to get things done in your yard after work.

As the days grow longer, Louisiana residents will need to be prepared to move their clocks forward on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 2:00 a.m. So get ready to go around your house changing the clocks on your microwave, stove, and any clocks you have hanging on the walls. Good news, your device, like your cell phone, will automatically change for you.

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Moving the clocks forward one hour means your weekend just got a little shorter. You lose that one hour of sleep, but on Sunday, it will stay darker in the morning a little longer, so you can sleep in a little. Now that the time is changing, get ready for extra daylight and longer evenings.

Top Five Things moving the clock up one hour in the Spring does to people

• Disrupts Your Sleep Cycle
• Increases Daytime Fatigue
• Affects Your Mood
• Raises Short-Term Health Risks
• Impacts Focus

So, how do you combat the time change? First, start going to bed 10–15 minutes earlier each night, a few days before the change. Keep your sleep schedule consistent, even on weekends.

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Also, limit caffeine or screen time before bed. Avoid long naps, and keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet. Just doing a couple of these things should help your body adjust to the time change and help you feel more alert and rested.