New York · March
Low seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 5° (41°)-6– (21–)16 (61) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)17 (63) | 11° (52°)0– (32–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)31 (88) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)23– (73–)34 (93) | 25° (77°)18– (64–)32 (90) | 19° (66°)10– (50–)26 (79) | 13° (55°)3– (37–)21 (70) | 8° (46°)-2– (28–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -1° (30°)-12– (10–)7 (45) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)11 (52) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)16 (61) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 12° (54°)4– (39–)19 (66) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)15 (59) | 2° (36°)-7– (19–)9 (48) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 5° (41°) | 4° (39°) | 6° (43°) | 9° (48°) | 14° (57°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 18° (64°) | 13° (55°) | 9° (48°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d100mm (3.9") | 7d82mm (3.2") | 7d103mm (4.0") | 7d112mm (4.4") | 8d98mm (3.9") | 8d106mm (4.2") | 8d123mm (4.8") | 8d124mm (4.9") | 6d98mm (3.9") | 7d117mm (4.6") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 9d115mm (4.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in New York is on the cool side — with highs around 11°C (52°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drop to 3°C (37°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around -6°C (21°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 103 mm (4.1 in) total. At 6°C (43°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring comes in waves: March often still smells of winter, in April cherry trees blossom in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Central Park, and by May the street cafés are full again. Ideal for walking the city before the summer heat sets in.
Events & Festivals
- St. Patrick's Day Parade17 March
The world's oldest St. Patrick's Day parade (since 1762) marches up Fifth Avenue from 44th to 79th Street.
Packing list for New York in March
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit New York?
- March is not an optimal month for New York (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June and September.
- How warm is it in New York in March?
- In March, New York sees daily highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights cool to 3°C (37°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around -6°C (21°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in New York in March?
- In March, New York receives an average of 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does New York get in March?
- New York averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in New York in March?
- Water temperature in New York in March averages 6°C (43°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
