Temperature in New York State in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in New York State, the United States of America this March.

New York State, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in March, ranging 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.

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

To get a sense of March's typical temperatures in the key spots of New York State, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

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New York State temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in New York State, the United States of America in March?

Expect daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in New York City. That makes March a low month for New York State, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in New York State, the United States of America in March?

Average overnight lows in New York State, the United States of America during March sit near 2°C (36°F) in New York City.

What is the warmest city in March in New York State, the United States of America?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Roslyn clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 11°C (52°F), and evenings that remain near 1°C (34°F).

What is the coldest city in March in New York State, the United States of America?

For the month of March, Malone is the most temperate city in New York State, the United States of America based on our records. Highs average 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -8°C (18°F).

How much sun does New York State, the United States of America get in March?

Across New York State, the United States of America, sunshine in March ranges from moderately sunny in Buffalo (165 hours) to sunny in New York City (213 hours).

What is the water temperature in March?

The water temperature averages approximately 4°C (39°F) in New York City this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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