New York City weather in March (New York State, United States of America)
What does the weather outlook for New York City look like in March? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
Typically, March in New York City includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 10°C, cooling off to about 2°C at night.
Precipitation
New York City in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.Average sunshine
With approximately 213 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit New York City. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New York City climate page with graphs.
New York City, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
2°C
Max Temperature
10°C
Water Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
101 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
58%
Windspeed
25 km/h
Sunshine
213 hours
Percentage Sunshine
57%
Where to go in the United States of America in March
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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