Weather in February
As winter persists in
Staten Island, the climate in
February witnesses a marginal easing from the peak cold of
January. Sea temperatures slightly descend to 39.7°F (4.3°C), marking the nadir of water chilliness across the year. With each passing day, daylight hours begin to subtly extend, reinstating hope for the return of spring's gentle warmth. Outdoor ventures could still be marred by prevailing freezing temperatures and truncated daylight. This period transitions gracefully into a marginally less severe
March.
Ocean temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is February, with an average ocean temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is an immediate threat to life. Total loss of control over breathing happens instantly, complicating clear thought processes. The necessity of a specialized swimsuit to restrict thermal loss is paramount.
Daylight
In Staten Island, the average length of the day in February is 10h and 41min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.