New York weather in March
March in New York averages 50°F by day and 36°F at night, with 4.3 inches of precipitation and 5.0 inches of snow. It is the 9th-warmest and 7th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 50°F+8° vs February
- Average low
- 36°F11 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 4.3 in8 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 5.0 in0 days at 90°F+
Is March a good time to visit New York?
March is cool, with highs around 50°F. The most comfortable months overall are May and September to October.
What to do in New York in March
Mix it up: Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park. All things to do in New York.
On March 15 the sun rises at 7:07 am and sets at 7:02 pm, giving 11h 55m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for New York in March
- Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
- An umbrella or rain jacket
- Waterproof boots for snow
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
March nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 50°F | 36°F | 4.3 in | |
| Jersey City, NJ | 5 mi | 51°F | 34°F | 4.1 in |
| Newark, NJ | 11 mi | 51°F | 34°F | 4.1 in |
| Clifton, NJ | 12 mi | 50°F | 36°F | 4.3 in |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 14 mi | 51°F | 34°F | 4.1 in |
| Yonkers, NY | 14 mi | 50°F | 36°F | 4.0 in |
| New Rochelle, NY | 15 mi | 50°F | 36°F | 4.0 in |
Warmer places in March
Big cities with comfortable March highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in New York in March?
In March, New York averages a high of 50°F and a low of 36°F, with 4.3 inches of precipitation and 5.0 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is March a good time to visit New York?
March is cool to cold in New York, with average highs of 50°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in New York in March?
Yes. March averages 5.0 inches of snow.
Before and after: New York in February and New York in April. All twelve months: New York weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station New York Central Park Tower, NY, 1.4 miles from the city center.