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    When do clocks change in Finland?

    Dates and the EU debate on ending clock changes.

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    Short answer

    The Ministry of Transport and Communications says clocks are always changed on the last Sunday of March and October. In spring they move forward one hour at 3 am, as on 29 March 2026. In autumn they move back one hour. In 2027 summer time starts on 28 March and ends on 31 October. Finland supports ending clock changes, but no member state can stop them alone while the EU summer time directive is in force.

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    Why

    1. The ministry says clocks change on the last Sunday of March and October.
    2. The ministry says Finland supports ending clock changes.
    3. Time.is lists 28 March 2027 as the start of summer time in Eastern Europe.

    Details

    The European Commission is preparing a study on ending clock changes, due by the end of 2026.

    Tip

    Night trains and flights around 3 am on change nights follow the new time. Check your ticket.

    What may differ

    Dates for 2028 and later follow the same rule unless EU law changes.

    Common misconception

    Finland stopped changing clocks years ago.

    What actually happens

    Finland still changes clocks twice a year under EU rules.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Opening hours, prices and services change, so check the official sources before you go.

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