Sitting here in the darkness of an early January morning, I can’t help but think of Daylight Saving Time. Is it too soon to fantasize about those longer, bright evenings in New York? I was hesitant to check the calendar, fearing that it might still be far off. Thankfully, there is hope on the horizon!
Daylight Saving Time is an annual opportunity to advance the clocks by one hour. Currently, the sun sets around 4:56 p.m. If the time change occurred today, we would see sunset at a much brighter 5:56 PM. Doesn’t that sound delightful? And the greatest part? It’s less than two months away!
Daylight Saving Time 2025 in New York
According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the tradition of changing the clocks originated in Germany in 1915. The British followed likewise in 1916, and the US and Canada joined in 1918.
It is a frequent myth that Daylight Saving Time was created to benefit farmers. In reality, many farmers opposed the concept of “springing forward and falling back” from the outset. But enough about history; let’s talk about when we’ll set the clocks forward in 2025.
It’s that time of year when we change our clocks and enjoy the longer days. Daylight Saving Time will begin in New York at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025. This is when we’ll “spring forward” and move our clocks one hour forward. Later in the year, we’ll “fall back” as Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 2 a.m.
Sunrise and Sunset Changes
Sunrise and sunset hours will change as we switch our clocks, allowing additional sunshine into our nights. Here’s a quick overview of the changes:
- January 22nd:Â Sunrise at 7:18 AM, Sunset at 4:56 PM
- March 9th:Â Sunrise at 6:28 AM, Sunset at 5:49 PM
By March 9th, we’ll have an extra hour and 43 minutes of daylight compared to late January, giving us more time to enjoy the outdoors and soak up the sun.
The 25 Most Dangerous Places to Live in New York State
Several cities in New York State have raised serious safety concerns. For example, Herkimer, which has a population of around 7,289, has been designated as the most hazardous location to live in the state for 2024, with a violent crime rate of 878 incidents per 100,000 persons.
Similarly, Albany, the state’s capital, reported 929 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, ranking as New York’s second most dangerous city.
Other cities have severe issues. Watertown, with a population of 24,558, has a violent crime rate of 635 per 100,000 people. Oneida, home to 10,268 people, has a violent crime rate of 603 per 100,000.
Binghamton, with 44,001 population, had 508 violent crimes, including 8 murders and 118 robberies. These statistics demonstrate the safety challenges that exist in diverse locations of New York State.
