Weather in March
In
March,
Staten Island begins to shrug off the winter blues and commences tiptoeing into spring. Sea temperatures register a modest uptick to 40.2°F (4.6°C), setting the tone for the incoming vernal bliss. The intersession between the cold of
February and the refreshing warmth of
April is profoundly palpable during this month. Daylight persists longer with each passing day, inviting more outdoor activities. The incremental ascent in daylight constitutes a harbinger of spring's imminent arrival.
Ocean temperature
In March, the average ocean temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: In water-based activities like swimming, this poses significant life risks. The cold water results in agonizing discomfort and quick hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to reduce the potential thermal damage.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday,
November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.