Weather in January
In
Staten Island, the initial month of the year ushers in the inclement chill of winter. Sea temperatures hover at a frigid 41.7°F (5.4°C) contributing to the overall frosty ambiance. This is a definitively cooler period when compared to the climate in the subsequent month of
February. The early sunsets and long nights herald the zenith of the winter season. This chilly epoch sets the stage for the gradual onset of more moderate temperatures as the year advances.
Ocean temperature
In Staten Island, in
January, the average water temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C).
Note: At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.
Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.