Daylight Saving in Toronto
Clocks move on the second Sunday in March and the first Sunday in November. See EST⇄EDT switch times and insider tips for CN Tower sundowns, Harbourfront walks, and patio brunches.
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Load Toronto’s standard vs daylight-saving clocks (EST vs EDT).
Check Current Mode
Instantly see whether EDT is in effect and what the clock reads downtown.
Review Annual Switch
Note spring-forward on the second Sunday in March at 2 AM and fall-back on the first Sunday in November at 2 AM.
Plan with Local Flair
Leverage our insider tips to time CN Tower light shows, lakefront walks, and patio brunches perfectly.
Advanced Features
- Live Offset Comparison See EST (UTC–5) vs EDT (UTC–4) side by side with minute precision.
- City-Smart Recommendations Custom advice for watching the skyline, catching Harbourfront sunsets, and dining al fresco.
Adjustment Tips
Time Your CN Tower Visit
On spring-forward, book sunset tickets 20 minutes later to catch the panoramic glow under EDT.
Harbourfront Golden Hour
After fall-back, start your lakeside stroll 15 minutes earlier to catch the last rays on the water.
Patio Brunch Sync
Shift your summer brunch on King West patios by 30 minutes to match the brighter mornings.
Reset Manual Clocks
Adjust any analog clocks at the precise switch hour so your devices and décor stay in sync.
FAQs
Will the TTC run on time during DST changes?
Schedules adjust automatically—trains and buses skip or repeat that hour, so check the TTC app for live updates.
Do Blue Jays game times shift with DST?
Game start times stay fixed, but extra daylight under EDT means more sun-lit innings early in the season.
How do festival schedules adapt?
Events like Nuit Blanche use EDT’s extended evenings—always confirm timing with the official site.
How It Works
- Retrieves Toronto’s current clock mode (EST or EDT) via the tz database.
- Highlights the annual spring-forward and fall-back moments at exact local times.
- Displays a detailed EST⇄EDT offset chart with live timestamps.
- Provides insider scheduling tips for the CN Tower, waterfront, and patio scene.
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