What's The Weather Like in New York In March?
Is It Good To Go To New York In March?
Since temperatures are extremely low in New York in March, this month is best reserved for travellers who don't mind the biting cold. Make sure you take plenty of warm clothes, such as coats, gloves, hats, scarves, jeans and jumpers with you to ensure you stay comfortable when going outside.
How Cold Is New York In March?
The weather continues to gradually warm up in New York, USA in March. The average temperature for the city begins at 2.5°C, created by highs of 6°C during the daytime and lows of -1°C after dark,
Warmest and Coldest March On Record
The hottest temperature which has ever been registered in the city at this time of year is 29°C and the coldest temperature which has ever been recorded in the city during this month is -11°C.
How Much Does It Rain In New York In March?
Across the month, New York receives an average of 99mm of rainfall divided between 12 rainy days
Does It Snow In March In New York?
There's an average of five snowy days in March. The probability of snow falling starts off at 22% at the start of the month and drops to 11% by the end. This makes the first week the best time to go if you want to catch the snow.
Average Sunshine Hours In March
Over the course of an average March, New York enjoys seven hours of sunshine every day that's one hour more each day than the previous month.
How Windy Is New York In March?
New York tends to be quite a windy city throughout the year and March is no exception. During this month, typical wind speeds range between calm and moderate breezes.
You can check the forecast here.
Bars and Restaurants
Ristorante Rafele
Ristorante Rafele is one of the top-rated Italian restaurants in New York, situated in West Village and open from midday to 11pm Monday to Saturday, and midday to 10pm on Sundays.
The restaurant is run by two Italians who aim to bring the finest cuisine of Naples straight to your table. Lunch, dinner, brunch, vegan and gluten-free menus are all available and some of the signature dishes include handmade pizzas and pastas, seafood appetisers, grilled meats and fish stews.
There is also a three-course tasting menu available Sunday to Thursday filled with a selection of the chef's favourite dishes.
Bemelmans Bar
If you're looking for classic swanky bar surroundings, look no further than Bemelmans Bar. This bar features an Art Deco design, with chocolate-brown leather sofas, a black granite bar, gold leaf-coated ceiling and black glass tabletops, making it ideal for a romantic pre- or post-dinner drink.
The bar menu features an international selection of wine, sparkling wine, champagne, beer, cocktails, spirits and a handful of weekly featured drinks.
In addition to the nightly Jazz trio which plays from 9.30pm onward, regular entertainment events also take place at Bemelmans Bar and include solo singers, bands and musicians many of which are world-famous.
Le Bernardin
Seafood lovers won't want to pass up on the chance to dine at Le Bernardin. This four-star award-winning seafood restaurant serves up only the very finest fresh fish and seafood in its tastefully-appointed dining room.
Lunch and dinner a la carte menus are available, as well as an eight-course chef's tasting menu and seven-course signature tasting menu both of which come with wine pairings for an extra charge.
There is also a dessert menu with fresh and cooked fruits, chocolate cake, ice creams and sorbets, plus a wine menu with 900 different varieties from 12 countries.
Things to do in New York in March
Ground Zero Museum Workshop
The Ground Zero Museum Workshop is known as 'the biggest little museum in the world' and is open seven days a week. The workshop lasts for around two hours and includes a guided tour of the museum during which you'll find out everything about the events of 9/11. On the tour you'll see a collection of photographs from and related to the attacks, stories from survivors and workers who helped save people's lives and items recovered from the rubble after the attacks.
At the end of the tour, you'll be given 15 minutes in which to browse the posters and books in the gift shop as well as ask any questions. To go on the tour, you need to book a ticket in advance through the website.
Lincoln Centre for the Performin Arts
The Lincoln Centre for the Performing Arts is one of the best places in Manhattan to catch a show. This venue hosts all kinds of cultural performances, from ballets and orchestral performances to solo singers and theatrical acts.
Thanks to its small size, the performances hosts here seem more intimate compared to many other venues in New York and allow you to enjoy the show without struggling to see or hear anything.
Broadway
A trip to New York isn't complete without visiting Broadway. This part of the city is home to a massive selection of entertainment venues, including theatres and opera houses where you can watch a huge assortment of shows all of which are performed live.
Some of the most popular shows of all time performed along Broadway include the Lion King, Wicked, the Book of Mormon, the Phantom of the Opera, the Jersey Boys, Aladdin and Les Miserables many of which are suitable for the whole family to enjoy.
Most venues give you the option of buying a show-only ticket or making a complete night out of it and buying a show ticket+dinner package.
