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New York City weather in March

Long-run climate averages for New York City, NY in March, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

March at a glance

In March, New York City averages 52°F by day and 35°F at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

March in New York City averages a daytime high of 52°F and an overnight low of 35°F, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year New York City sees roughly 55 inches of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live New York City forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

New York City weather by month

what to expect in New York City through the year

Here is New York City's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to New York City by season.

Jan
44°
31°
Cool
Feb
46°
29°
Cool
Mar
52°
35°
Cool
Wettest
Apr
63°
44°
Mild
May
71°
53°
Mild
Jun
81°
62°
Warm
Jul
87°
69°
Hot
Aug
83°
66°
Warm
Sep
77°
60°
Warm
Oct
69°
50°
Mild
Nov
55°
39°
Cool
Dec
45°
31°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is New York City in March?
New York City averages a daytime high of 52°F in March, with overnight lows around 35°F. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is March a good time to visit New York City?
The most comfortable time to visit New York City is usually April, May, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest March rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in New York City in March?
March is the wettest month of the year in New York City, out of roughly 55 inches of precipitation across the year.

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