As October approaches, many people in Egypt are searching for the date when daylight saving time will end in 2026 and winter time will begin, as well as whether clocks should be moved forward or backward.
Egypt's clock-change schedule is governed by Law No. 24 of 2023 concerning the daylight saving time system. The law sets daylight saving time from the last Friday of April until the end of the last Thursday of October each year.
When Does Winter Time Begin in Egypt in 2026?
According to the schedule established by law, daylight saving time will continue until the end of the last Thursday of October.
The last Thursday of October 2026 falls on October 29, 2026. Therefore, Egypt will return to winter time starting on Friday, October 30, 2026, when clocks will be moved back by 60 minutes.
Should the Clock Be Moved Forward or Backward?
When winter time begins, clocks will be turned back by 60 minutes.
For example, if the clock reaches 12:00 midnight at the time of the change, it will be adjusted to 11:00 PM.
Egypt will then return to its standard winter schedule before daylight saving time is introduced again the following year.
Why Does the Time Change Take Place on Friday?
Friday is chosen for the clock change because it falls at the end of the working week, helping reduce the disruption caused by the adjustment to work schedules, schools, transportation, and various services.
It also gives individuals and institutions an opportunity to adjust their clocks and devices before the start of the following working week.
Do You Need to Set Your Phone Manually?
Most modern smartphones can update the time automatically when the automatic date and time setting is enabled.
The device uses time-zone settings and network information to update the clock according to the applicable time system.
Users are therefore advised to check that automatic time and automatic time-zone settings are enabled before the scheduled change.
How to Set Automatic Time on Android
The names of settings may vary depending on the phone model, but the usual steps include:
Enable Automatic Time
- Open Settings.
- Select Date & Time.
- Enable Automatic Date & Time or the equivalent option.
- Make sure Automatic Time Zone is enabled if available.
- If the time does not update automatically, restart the phone and make sure it is connected to the network.
How to Set Automatic Time on iPhone
iPhone users can check their time settings by following these steps:
Enable Set Automatically
- Open Settings.
- Select General.
- Tap Date & Time.
- Enable Set Automatically.
The iPhone can then update the time automatically when winter time begins, provided that the time-zone settings and network connection are configured correctly.
When Will Egypt Return to Daylight Saving Time?
After the winter period ends, Egypt will return to daylight saving time according to the schedule established by law.
Daylight saving time begins on the last Friday of April each year, meaning the country alternates between summer and winter time according to the legally established schedule.
When does winter time begin in Egypt in 2026?
Winter time begins on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Should clocks be moved forward or backward?
Clocks will be moved backward by 60 minutes when winter time begins.
When does daylight saving time end in 2026?
Daylight saving time ends at the end of Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Will phones change the time automatically?
Yes. Modern smartphones can update the time automatically when automatic date, time, and time-zone settings are enabled.
How do I set the time automatically on an iPhone?
Go to Settings, then General, then Date & Time, and enable Set Automatically.
