New orleans time change

New Orleans, like the rest of the United States, observes daylight saving time (DST). During DST, the clocks "spring forward" one hour in the spring and "fall back" one hour in the fall.

Here are the specific dates for New Orleans:

Spring forward:

• Second Sunday in March: Clocks spring forward one hour at 2:00 a.m. local time. New Orleans sets its clocks forward to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is UTC-4.

Fall back:

• First Sunday in November: Clocks fall back one hour at 2:00 a.m. local time. New Orleans sets its clocks back to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is UTC-5.

It's worth noting that Louisiana, including New Orleans, does not observe daylight saving time during certain periods. From 1942 to 1945, during World War II, the state stayed on standard time year-round. Additionally, in 1974 and 1975, the state opted out of DST, but this was later reversed.

If you're planning a trip to New Orleans, be sure to adjust your clocks accordingly to avoid any confusion or disruptions to your schedule.