Reminder Mexico Time Change | Fall Back

[Matt Adcock]

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Originally Posted by jwilke5 Thanks for posting this, Matt! I wasn't aware that there was a difference between the dates for Mexico vs. the US, so I was planning my wedding date based on the US schedule for 2010. Luckily, I just checked and DST ends in Mexico on 10/31/10 so I am still okay (just barely). Thanks again =)

Wow,we get lucky and have the entire month of October in 2010 as daylight savings YEAY.

I hope this info can help those out there keep an eye open for potential problems that might occur while planning!

Saludos

mateo

[giraffexx]

Matt - I LOVE your work!! Amazing photos.

[tkolman773]

Thanks for sharing this!

[thefuturemrslutz]

Thanks for the info!

[Matt Adcock]

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Originally Posted by giraffexx Matt - I LOVE your work!! Amazing photos.

Super muchissimas gracias

BOO HOO, today we have less daylight! Uggh, at least the weather is so nice this time of year and the upcoming months are dreamy... water gets colder though. Viva Mexico!

[indy_chic]

And for Spring brides...when do the clocks jump back ahead in Mexico?

[indy_chic]

First Sunday in April ??

[Matt Adcock]

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Originally Posted by indy_chic First Sunday in April ??

Yes, this is correct.



Daylight Saving Time in Mexico begins at 2:00 a.m. local time on the first Sunday in April. On the last Sunday in October areas on Daylight Saving Time fall back to Standard Time at 2:00 a.m. The names in each time zone change along with Daylight Saving Time. Central Standard Time (CST) becomes Central Daylight Time (CDT), and so forth. The state of Sonora does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

I just got of the phone with one of our clients who planned a 4:30 pm start time on March 29. Little did she know, at 5ish, its dark. She has sent our invitations for 4:30 and now will be changing her start time to 4pm.

Point is, most hotels recommend a ceremony start time based on their best interest. This usually involves a total lack or concern as to the appropriate time needed (if photos are impt for you) after the ceremony.

We usually recommend to start your wedding 45 minutes to 60 minutes prior to the scheduled sunset, depending on wedding party size and post ceremony photo expectations. While every client has different needs, the time frame of 45-60 min prior to sunset will always serve your best interests (in our opinion) for the best light available---vs no light.

Good luck planning, I hope more March brides see this!

Saludos,
mateo

[Matt Adcock]

FYI Reminder to brides and folks coming to the Riviera Maya...    Mexico does not observe the extended daylight savings that the USA does.

 

Daylight Saving Time in Mexico begins at 2:00 a.m. local time on the first Sunday in April. On the last Sunday in October areas on Daylight Saving Time fall back to Standard Time at 2:00 a.m. The names in each time zone change along with Daylight Saving Time. Central Standard Time (CST) becomes Central Daylight Time (CDT), and so forth. The state of Sonora does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

 

Check out our Seasonal Guide for more info on planning the perfect ceremony start time!

 

matt

[Natalie79]

Thanks for the reminder!  It's a little weird because I'm getting married Oct 30th...the time changes that night in Mexico but it does not change in the US until Nov 7th...but at least my guests will get an extra hour of sleep!