Sitting here in the darkness of an early January morning, I can’t help but think about Daylight Saving Time. Is it too soon to dream of those longer, sunlit evenings in New York? I hesitated to check the calendar, fearing it might still be far off. Thankfully, there’s hope on the horizon!
Daylight Saving Time is our annual opportunity to move the clocks forward by one hour. Currently, the sun sets around 4:56 PM. If the time change were today, we’d enjoy sunset at a much brighter 5:56 PM. Doesn’t that sound delightful? And the best part—it’s less than two months away!
Daylight Saving Time 2025 in New York
According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, the practice of changing the clocks first took root in Germany in 1915. The British followed suit in 1916, with the United States and Canada joining in 1918.
It’s a common misconception that Daylight Saving Time was designed to aid farmers. In fact, many farmers were against the idea of “springing forward and falling back” from the start. But enough about history; let’s focus on when we will move the clocks forward in 2025.
It’s that time of the year when we adjust our clocks and welcome the longer days. In New York, Daylight Saving Time will begin on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2 AM. This is when we’ll “spring forward” and set our clocks one hour ahead. Later in the year, we’ll “fall back” as Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 2 AM.
Sunrise and Sunset Changes
As we adjust our clocks, the times for sunrise and sunset will shift, bringing more daylight into our evenings. Here’s a quick look at the changes:
- January 22nd: Sunrise at 7:18 AM, Sunset at 4:56 PM
- March 9th: Sunrise at 6:28 AM, Sunset at 5:49 PM
By March 9th, we’ll gain an extra hour and 43 minutes of daylight compared to late January, allowing more time to enjoy the outdoors and soak up the sun.
The 25 Most Dangerous Places to Live in New York State
New York State is home to several cities with notable safety concerns. For instance, Herkimer, with a population of approximately 7,289, has been identified as the most dangerous place to live in the state for 2024, recording a violent crime rate of 878 incidents per 100,000 residents. Similarly, Albany, the state’s capital, reported 929 violent crimes per 100,000 people, making it the second most dangerous city in New York.
Other cities also face significant challenges. Watertown, with a population of 24,558, has a violent crime rate of 635 per 100,000 residents. Oneida, home to 10,268 people, reported a violent crime rate of 603 per 100,000. Binghamton, with 44,001 residents, experienced 508 violent crimes, including 8 murders and 118 robberies. These statistics highlight the safety challenges present in various parts of New York State.
