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New York State Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New York State, the United States of America in March.

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Planning a journey to New York State, the United States of America this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in New York State in March

New York State, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in New York State generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Malone to 11°C (52°F) in Roslyn. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Roslyn and -8°C (18°F) in Malone.

To explore the conditions in New York State, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Niagara Falls with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in East Marion with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, New York City enjoys approximately 213 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore New York State by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New York State — and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May22°C (72°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit New York State →

Best Places to Visit in New York State in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New York State.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in New York State

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in New York State, the United States of America?

Temperature range in New York State (March)

Precipitation variation in New York State (March)

New York City

In March New York City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
213 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in New York City →

Brooklyn

In March Brooklyn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
213 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Brooklyn →

Queens

In March Queens generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
213 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Queens →

Buffalo

In March Buffalo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
165 hours
206 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Buffalo →

Staten Island

In March Staten Island generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
213 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Staten Island →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New York State in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Brooklyn 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Queens 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Buffalo 5°C (41°F) -3°C (27°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Staten Island 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Bronx 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

New York State weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New York State, the United States of America in March?

March in New York State, the United States of America brings poor weather. In New York City, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in New York State, the United States of America in March?

Average temperatures in New York State, the United States of America during March range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in New York City.

Does New York State, the United States of America get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in New York State, the United States of America. Average rainfall in New York City sits around 101 mm (4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit New York State, the United States of America?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit New York State, the United States of America due to the typically poor weather in New York City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly perfect weather in New York City. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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