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New York City in March
New York City warms up: highs climb to 44°F (7°C), from 39°F in February, with lows of 35°F (1°C) and about 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 44°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 4.4 in (113 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 44°F (7°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 35°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.4 in (113 mm).
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – October.
- 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 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in New York City in March
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
The High Line
Elevated rail-line park with gardens and Hudson River views.
Brooklyn Bridge
1883 bridge with a pedestrian promenade over the East River.
Grand Central Terminal
Beaux-Arts station with the celestial ceiling; Hudson Line trains to Beacon leave here.
Russ & Daughters
Appetizing shop since 1914 for lox, bagels and smoked fish.
Katz's Delicatessen
Lower East Side deli since 1888 for hand-carved pastrami on rye.
Nearby in March
- Manhattan in March~5 mi · highs 46°F, 3.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Beacon in March~55 mi · highs 46°F, 3.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Philadelphia in March~81 mi · highs 50°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Hudson in March~107 mi · highs 43°F, 3.4 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
These averages also cover Brooklyn, DUMBO & Brooklyn Heights and Midtown Manhattan.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
New York City in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit New York City?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are May and July – October, at up to 81. Expect highs of 44°F (7°C) and 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain. Our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends Apr – Nov, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is New York City in March?
Average highs are 44°F (7°C) and average lows 35°F (1°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in March?
Some: about 4.4 in (113 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.7 in (1313 mm).
What should I pack for New York City in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning New York City in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.