New York · USA
March
Spring teases but doesn't fully arrive — transitional, affordable, with St. Patrick's Day energy.
Strong option
#6 of 12 months
There are better months for New York — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
9.7°C
Low
2.5°C
Rain
90mm
Sun
6.4hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How March scores in New York
Weather
Above average
Value
Very good
Crowds
Good
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in March
- ↑St. Patrick's Day parade (17 March): one of New York's most raucous and genuine celebrations
- ↑Spring warming: 10°C afternoons allow outdoor walks without serious cold gear
- ↑Prices still competitive before the spring tourist surge
What you sacrifice
- ↓March is statistically New York's rainiest spring month — 90mm
- ↓Cold snaps can return without warning
- ↓Trees bare; parks grey before they green up
How March compares to October (best month)
| Factor | March | October ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 5 | 9 |
| Value | 7 | 5 |
| Crowds | 6 | 4 |
March in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within New York, not across destinations. Methodology →