Understanding British Summer Time (BST) in Europe

Learn what BST stands for in Europe and how it impacts time zones during summer months.

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BST in Europe stands for British Summer Time, which is the time zone used in the United Kingdom during the summer months. BST is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1). It usually starts on the last Sunday in March and ends on the last Sunday in October, helping to make better use of daylight.

FAQs & Answers

  1. When does British Summer Time start? BST typically starts on the last Sunday in March each year.
  2. How does BST affect my local time? During BST, clocks are set one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+1).
  3. Why do we use British Summer Time? BST helps maximize daylight during the summer months, promoting energy efficiency.
  4. When does British Summer Time end? BST ends on the last Sunday in October, when clocks go back one hour.

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