The weather in winter in New York is cold, with the average temperature being just above freezing. The wind chill can make it feel colder, so you'll definitely need to take plenty of warm clothes with you!
So, where next?
New York is magical all year round. But there's something extra special about a winter trip to the Big Apple. Wrap up warm and brave the cold to see the lavish Christmas decorations, snowy Central Park, and the sparkling ice rinks. Memories (and Instagram pics!) to last a lifetime.
Where to stay
When it's cold in New York, you need a nice, cosy hotel room to welcome you back at the end of each day. You also want to be in a good location to see everything you've planned! Here are our favourite hotels to meet these needs:
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The perfect winter's day in New York City
There's so much to see and do in New York, particularly in the winter season, that you will enjoy yourselves no matter what. We've picked out our favourite activities to give you some ideas.
Suggested itineraries
If you need a bit more guidance planning your trip, so that you don't miss out on the festive favourites, then we've put together some longer itineraries for you to peruse.
Essential Information
New York is a great place to walk around, as there's always something to see and it's easy to navigate. However, if you're a bit too cold to walk, the Subway is a cheap and easy way to get around the city.
You can also get the train from Penn Station, and change for the Sky Train, to reach JFK Airport. This is a cheaper option than getting a taxi, although the cabs do have a flat fare from Midtown, so you can prepare in advance for how much it'll be. Virgin Atlantic fly to New York daily.
In New York, they are 5 hours behind the UK.
The predominant language is American English.
The official currency of New York is the US dollar.
To travel to the USA, you will need an ESTA visa and it must be approved at least 3 days before you head off on holiday. Find out more about Travel Visas here »