Planning your day or simply curious about when the sun will dip below the horizon in New York City? Here’s a comprehensive guide to sunset times and related astronomical events for March 2025. We’ll cover everything from sunrise to twilight, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of the day’s natural light.
Sunrise and Sunset Times in New York (March 2025)
The following table details the sunrise and sunset times for New York throughout March 2025. Note that Daylight Saving Time begins on March 9th, 2025, at 2:00 AM, which will shift the times forward by one hour.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 1 | 06:29 AM | 05:47 PM | 11:18:10 |
| Mar 2 | 06:27 AM | 05:48 PM | 11:20:50 |
| Mar 3 | 06:26 AM | 05:49 PM | 11:23:31 |
| Mar 4 | 06:24 AM | 05:51 PM | 11:26:12 |
| Mar 5 | 06:23 AM | 05:52 PM | 11:28:53 |
| Mar 6 | 06:21 AM | 05:53 PM | 11:31:34 |
| Mar 7 | 06:20 AM | 05:54 PM | 11:34:16 |
| Mar 8 | 06:18 AM | 05:55 PM | 11:36:58 |
| Mar 9 | 07:16 AM | 06:56 PM | 11:39:40 |
| Mar 10 | 07:15 AM | 06:57 PM | 11:42:23 |
| Mar 11 | 07:13 AM | 06:58 PM | 11:45:05 |
| Mar 12 | 07:12 AM | 06:59 PM | 11:47:48 |
| Mar 13 | 07:10 AM | 07:00 PM | 11:50:30 |
| Mar 14 | 07:08 AM | 07:02 PM | 11:53:13 |
| Mar 15 | 07:07 AM | 07:03 PM | 11:55:56 |
| Mar 16 | 07:05 AM | 07:04 PM | 11:58:39 |
| Mar 17 | 07:03 AM | 07:05 PM | 12:01:22 |
| Mar 18 | 07:02 AM | 07:06 PM | 12:04:05 |
| Mar 19 | 07:00 AM | 07:07 PM | 12:06:48 |
| Mar 20 | 06:58 AM | 07:08 PM | 12:09:32 |
| Mar 21 | 06:57 AM | 07:09 PM | 12:12:15 |
| Mar 22 | 06:55 AM | 07:10 PM | 12:14:58 |
| Mar 23 | 06:53 AM | 07:11 PM | 12:17:40 |
| Mar 24 | 06:52 AM | 07:12 PM | 12:20:23 |
| Mar 25 | 06:50 AM | 07:13 PM | 12:23:06 |
| Mar 26 | 06:48 AM | 07:14 PM | 12:25:49 |
| Mar 27 | 06:47 AM | 07:15 PM | 12:28:31 |
| Mar 28 | 06:45 AM | 07:16 PM | 12:31:13 |
| Mar 29 | 06:44 AM | 07:17 PM | 12:33:55 |
| Mar 30 | 06:42 AM | 07:19 PM | 12:36:37 |
| Mar 31 | 06:40 AM | 07:20 PM | 12:39:19 |
Astronomical Twilight
Astronomical twilight marks the period when the Sun is between 12 and 18 degrees below the horizon. Before astronomical twilight begins in the morning, and after it ends in the evening, the sky is considered fully dark.
Nautical Twilight
Nautical twilight occurs when the Sun is between 6 and 12 degrees below the horizon. During this time, general outlines of ground objects are still visible, but detailed observations are difficult. Sailors can typically navigate by the stars during nautical twilight.
Civil Twilight
Civil twilight is the period when the Sun is no more than 6 degrees below the horizon. During civil twilight, there is enough light for most outdoor activities. This is often considered the most usable part of twilight.
Solar Noon
Solar noon, also known as local noon, is when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky for a particular day. It’s the moment when the Sun crosses the observer’s meridian and casts the shortest shadow. Understanding solar noon can be helpful for various activities, including optimizing solar panel placement.
Key Astronomical Events in March 2025
March Equinox: The March equinox, also known as the vernal equinox, occurs on March 20th, 2025, at 05:01 AM in New York. This marks the beginning of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere, with day and night being approximately equal in length.
Daylight Saving Time: Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour on March 9th, 2025, at 2:00 AM, as Daylight Saving Time begins.
Additional Resources
- Sun and Moon times today for New York
- Moonrise and moonset times for New York
- Phases of the Moon for New York
- What is twilight, dawn, and dusk?
- What is solar noon?
- Directions based on true north
Conclusion
Knowing the exact time of the sunset is essential for photographers, stargazers, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature. This guide provides you with all the information you need to plan your activities around the setting sun in New York during March 2025. Enjoy the views!
