Early spring · Weather & things to do
Hudson in March
Hudson warms up: highs climb to 43°F (6°C), from 34°F in February, with lows of 26°F (-4°C) and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 43°F (6°C)
- Avg low
- 26°F (-4°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 43°F (6°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 26°F (-4°C), so expect frost and ice.
About 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with lows well below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May and September & October.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 37°F.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in February to 48/100.
- Our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends Apr – Nov, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 43°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 26°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hudson in March
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Kaaterskill Falls
Two-tier waterfall in the Catskills painted by Thomas Cole.
Swoon Kitchenbar
Warren Street New American bistro, a Hudson dinner mainstay with seasonal local ingredients.
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
Home and studio of the founder of the Hudson River School.
Art Omi
Sculpture and architecture park on open fields.
Wm. Farmer and Sons
Restaurant and inn near the station serving seasonal Southern-leaning plates.
Nearby in March
- Beacon in March~52 mi · highs 46°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Manhattan in March~102 mi · highs 46°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- New York City in March~107 mi · highs 44°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Woodstock in March~115 mi · highs 39°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~270 m to Hudson's ~25 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hudson in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Hudson?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are May and September & October, at up to 81. Expect highs of 43°F (6°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain or snow. Our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends Apr – Nov, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Hudson in March?
Average highs are 43°F (6°C) and average lows 26°F (-4°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Hudson in March?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 47.2 in (1198 mm).
What should I pack for Hudson in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 43°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 26°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Hudson in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.