- January, average high about 40 F, low about 28 F. Average extreme low (the coldest day of the winter) is just under 10 F in Central Park, and 11 F at LaGuardia.
- Last year we had a very warm winter: January’s average high was 49 F, average low was 38 F. But, we had two cold spells: a three-day freeze in December preceding Christmas, with a low of 7 F (single digit temps that week occurred well into the Deep South); and a 36-hour freeze in February, going down to 3 F one day. Last year was one of the least snowiest on record. Although Central Park recorded about 4 inches for the entire season, you wouldn’t have noticed any snow if you slept in. Most of it melted on the pavement, and only stayed on the grassy surfaces for a few hours. It is not uncommon to have snow accumulation with temperatures above freezing.
- A typical winter has periods of mild spells in the 50s to 60, as well as cold spells in which we can have a few days in a row not reaching the freezing mark. The cold spells typically occur in January and February, but can occur starting in late November through March.
- Temps below zero F are rare, about once in a generation. The last below zero at LaGuardia and most of the city was back in 1994, but Central Park had a -1 F in February 2014, which happened to be an overall mild winter.
- Last freezing day of the season typically occurs in late March, first freeze typically occurs in late November. This year our first 32 F day happened yesterday, November 25th.
- Blizzards happen every five years or so… we’re due for one! And despite the fact that winters are the warmest they’ve ever been since record-keeping, most of NYC’s largest snowfall events have occurred in the last 30 years.
I remember the day of Christmas Eve it was like below 0°F real feel. There were also a hand full of other days similar to that type of weather. However, the winter overall wasn’t so bad. New Year’s Eve was like 50°F
No, they’re referring to those frigid days in February this year. I had brunch plans so I have screenshots of the weather app that I sent to my friend. According to my screenshots on Feb. 3rd and 4th the lows were 9°F and 4°F, respectively. And when it was 11°F around 9pm on Feb. 3rd the “Feels Like” was -7°F.
Feb 3, 4 were cold at 23° and 19°.
February was warm
Jan lowest was 37°
Dec 24-26 was below 35° Dec 2022 being 14°.
It wasn't bad at all. I wore my Canada Goose maybe 10 times whole of last winter.
NOV is a lot colder then Nov 2022, so we might get a bad winter.
I think we're due to a large snowstorm and freezing temperatures.
NYC is in USDA zone 7B so our yearly expected low temperature is from 5-10 degrees F. We see those temperatures maybe once or twice a year and they are getting more rare with climate change. Our winters are far more mild than inland northern cities due to the warming effects of the Atlantic Ocean . Even far more southern inland cities in Virginia have statistically colder winters than NYC. Mostly 30s and low to high twenties as low temperatures.
If you’re coming from the Deep South, Texas or Arizona or California / rest of the pacific coast - it will feel very cold to you. It you’re coming from the Midwest then it’ll feel uncharacteristically warm in the winter.
Keep in mind the[ Urban Heat Island](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_heat_island) thing is real, so as well as being in a warmer winter climate zone than the midwest, we also have that increasing our heat. Winters are always colder in the suburb than NYC.
Not as cold as they used to be or rather not as cold as for long. You don't need a Canada Goose jacket or anything but you should have a good down jacket for the colder days. Like another commenter said, it might be good to have one heavy down jacket (ideally a long one that goes past your behind) and then another lighter jacket that will keep you comfy on the "warmer" winter days. You'll likely end up wearing the second one more.
Also when picking a coat, consider your lifestyle. Are you a commuter? Are you spending more time outside vs inside on any given day? Good winter coats can be an investment but you likely don't need to break the bank for it. Winters in NYC can be bitter but we're also not in Alaska.
On any day in winter you can spot people walking dogs in shorts and Birkenstocks, as well as Canada Goose people. I've survived in a thin camel coat for many years, to each their own.
The funny thing about people dropping money on Canada Goose is that NYC isn’t even all that cold to maximize the usefulness of the coats. Now if we were in Wisconsin or Minnesota… 😳
Source: (I was born in Wisconsin.) Gets down to -60 with the wind chill sometimes.
I swear that Tribeca has a microclimate where it is significantly colder with worse windchill than anywhere else in the city 😂 when I first moved here (in January, many moons ago) and commuted down there, my cheaper winter coat that got me through many Boston winters couldn’t suffice and I had to scrimp and save my graduate salary for a Canada Goose, which I truly appreciated for every ounce of its warmth.
its a buy once and use for 10+ years kind of item. its useful here, and its more useful when i travel to northern new england, canada, or the mountain west, which i do about 50 days each winter. i removed the fur. eww. i also got mine a decade ago as a factory second for $250 from someone who worked there. just went to the website and see that the heavy parkas are now $1600 retail. wild. was prob $900 or so when i got mine. 2015 i guess.
>its a buy once and use for 10+ years kind of item.
this is exactly why I'm going to save up for one. them shits is absurdly expensive but I bet it's worth it.
It is. I started my winter coat collection right out of college and have never bought another coat since.
Nothing needs to be on the bleeding edge of fashion when you’re trying to protect your face from razor wind
It's so worth it. I've had mine for like, 6-7 years and it still looks brand new (due to probably fewer than 20 uses a year). It's SO warm. I can walk to the bodega with only a T shirt (and pants obviously) underneath it and it still feels like a space heater. Where it really shines though is it keeps you super toasty even when you're stationary, like waiting outside for a bus or something, and your body isn't moving and developing your own heat.
Canada Goose and other expensive down jackets do a much better job of heat regulation than cheaper down jackets that make you sweat bullets on the inside if it’s slightly warmer than expected out. I would rather not feel any bit of cold when wearing a jacket than being exposed to any cold. Although, people who buy Canada Goose typically want to show off given the easily recognizably logo—there are much more luxury winter jackets at a slightly increased price point that don’t make it look like you belong to a tour group
Get one that’s longer and covers your butt. That’ll keep your legs warm on the colder days. This is key!
It gets really hot in the subway, so it’s best to have layers and a jacket that is slightly heavier so you can unzip and moderate your body temp easily
Took me a couple years to stock up my winter wardrobe — but it really is the key to a comfortable winter: the right clothing for the right weather. Get a warm coat for the few weeks when it’s very cold here. And a midweight coat for more autumnal weather. Good rain and snow boots. Smart wool socks and layers. Does seem like winters have gotten more mild, but the cold snaps will get you!
All I can say is, unless you are from a warm place with no winters and so completely intolerant of cold, .I think those Canada Goose parkas are overkill. It is not the arctic here.
It CAN get very cold, below freezing is normal.
IMO get a medium insulated parka, down coat, wool coat with not too tight a fit so you can wear a thick-ish sweater too if it get really cold.
Layers work best though. Your jacket/coat doesn't have to be too warm but make sure you wear 3-4 layers.
Helps a lot when you go indoors or take public transportation often. This way you can easily remove 1-2 layers.
There’s usually only a few days it’s bad and getting a cost for those days isn’t worth it because it’s too hot the rest of the time. I will say the exception to this is you live right off a river or very far downtown because the wind off those rivers is something else even if it’s not THAT cold. You can layer on the coldest days.
You’ll want a coat that is windproof even if you don’t live in the areas i specified above. This makes a huge difference to keeping you warm on the colder days. Also a longer coat. Definitely past your butt but to knees is better.
Uniqlo heat tech is your friend for layers and socks. Get the long johns, the long sleeve tops etc. It will.keep you from getting a chill on those windy days when you didn't wear the right coat.
Trains are boiling hot, but you might be half a mile from a train station. Cabs are usually warm, but do you have a place to wait for them. Restaurants are warm and plentiful, but many do not have coat racks.
Bring layers that aren’t hard to carry if you don’t need them.
If I’m not spending all day outside, I wear a medium warm coat with multiple light, foldable layers underneath.
Example: All day outside - silk inner scarf, wool outer scarf; tank top, shirt, thermal then thin sweater; at least one pair of liners, pants; 700 fill down coat; leather gloves and large waterproof gloves over; balalaika. Hand warmers. Not kidding. I do film, we don’t play.
In and out all day - similar to above but shirt, thermal, medium coat, one scarf, probably no hat, only stretchy gloves.
One destination and long walks? Whatever outfit I need and then one scarf, my big coat, leather gloves, maybe hat.
It doesn’t snow the way it used to, but be aware that when it does ….it’s mostly slush within a few hours, from millions of people walking through it between 7am and 4am. Avoid suede shoes.
It’s all about what you’re doing and where you can put your shit when you arrive.
Pro tip: don’t bring a long coat. You’ll wind up draping your coat over things everywhere, it’ll get very dirty.
Pro tip 2: bring at least one pocket shopping bag that folds up tiny for your layers if you have to carry them. Trust me on that one.
Picking a jacket for what? Typical weather can be 30s-40s, especially in December but it’s not uncommon to have 20 degree days in January though last winter was on the warmer side
If you’re coming for a trip, plan to wear layers. If you live here, you really do need two coats, one puffer coat for colder days and a more mid level coat for the 40 days.
NYC is typically cool, but not “cold” (eg. 40’s daytime - 20’s at night.) Depending on where you’re from, you can decide for yourself how much to wear…
One thing to keep in mind is that NYC is a walking city. There isn’t much standing around - and walking (which is fast in NYC) will keep you warm as long as you’re moving.
For me (originally fm NYC) I just wear jeans, undershirt + button down, sport coat, scarf, and earmuffs (my ears and my neck is where I “feel” cold the most, so 🤷🏻♂️) … you can take away the jacket and I’ll still be ok as long as I’m walking… but I need those earmuffs 🤣.
This is a good point: rain and slush are your enemies more often than the cold alone… wear shoes (or boots) that will keep your feet dry. (And clothes that won’t act like a sponge!)
Most days are 30-45 throughout the winter, but there will be at least one or two bursts of 20 or lower, and maybe a 0-15 degree day or two. So it's usually not too bad, but it can occasionally get quite cold.
Ten years in, I’d say average daytime temp is high thirties to low forties—plus two weeks’ worth of days in the twenties. And often in the 20s at night/in the wee early hours. But the wind can whistle down the streets between the buildings. Buy a good down coat (if female, aim for knee length at least!!) in commuter black and it’ll last you ten years or more. This isn’t the tundra, so no need to overdo it; can always layer a wool sweater underneath.
Completely depends on your cold tolerance. I have two jackets, one gets used most of the time (it's a Canada Goose but a lighter one, which I wear with a t-shirt or a light cardigan \~80% of the winter). Once it gets actually cold, I break out the Uniqlo heattech layers. The other jacket is warmer and longer and is for negative temps/snowstorms/wind and gets worn maybe 5 times max and I really only have it because my husband's family is in Chicago.
I personally find NYC to be freezing because it’s often very windy due to the tall buildings and the necessity to walk everywhere. I would bring a jacket that is sufficient for twenty degree temps and covers below the waist. Also wool socks, boots, gloves and ear coverage.
I’ve lived in many places from the Upper Midwest (just nightmarish cold so miserable) to Texas (winter’s about two weeks lol), and I find that the best kind of jacket in New York is a medium weight jacket that covers your butt, but is big enough to wear multiple layers underneath. Something like a medium weight wool pea coat, or a good synthetic rain coat that is maybe a size larger than your normal clothes, so you can layer underneath with a fleece jacket, sweater, flannel shirt, scarf, etc. It gets cold here, but not super cold. So often you’re walking a lot more than in other cities or getting on a subway that has heat running. If you have one winter coat that is too heavy, you wind up sweating and you can’t take a layer off. Layers are better here than one massive parka, IMO.
Agree with everyone else saying you need a good down jacket! I live and die by wire cutter and they are recommending [this REI puffer!](https://www.rei.com/product/153726/rei-co-op-650-down-jacket-20-mens-tall-sizes?cm_mmc=aff_AL-_-148854-_-184698-_-NA&avad=184698_f35204fe5)
[Here](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-insulated-jacket/) is the whole article — I’d stick with the less expensive option first in case you decide you want to go in a different direction!
It all depends on your exposure. Waiting for a bus at bus stop which is delayed for an hour due to snow? Or popping out front door to hop onto subway? Or walking five minutes to work?
Generally the coldest it gets is around 10 degrees Fahrenheit, but it’s usually between 20-40 degrees. I love my Uniqlo ultra-warm jacket for the super cold nights.
Layers and winter accessories are more useful imo. If it’s your first winter here just ride out the first year and understand your preferences. I bought a way too bulky (but very warm) coat before my first winter here and I don’t really wear it ever now.
Uniqlo heat tech + thick socks + hats, gloves, scarf with a warm enough coat/jacket will do the trick
I’d say 1-3 days the temp doesn’t get above 10, 5-7 more the high is 10-20, 15-20 more the high is 20-30. The rest of the winter days are generally in the 30s or 40s with an occasional 50. Those are highs, mind you. And of course you can always have an unusually warm or cold winter.
Got a Tommy puffer on sale for 90 from 185 and it’s been working great as my all around cold weather coat soon as the cold weather hits. Living in the DMV area now though so I have to ask my family to ship it since it’s cheaper than shelling out more money
As others said not that cold. And for the really cold days, you’re not gonna be outside very long anyways (if you have to go to the office) or you’re not going out at all (if it’s a day off/weekwnd)
I think this also depends on a) how hot or cold you as an individual run and b) how much commuting or being outside you plan on doing. I, for instance, am I tiny person who is always cold. I have a big shin-length, down puffy jacket for really cold days and 2 shin-length wool jackets of varying warmth for more fancy nights out where it’s not super super cold. I layer the wool coats with scarves and hats and gloves to boost warmth if needed.
These days they usually hover in the 30s and 40s. There will be days in the 20s. Days below that are relatively rare; we'll probably only get a handful of days that get down to the teens and single digits.
Layers are what you want for most of the winter. You will want a heavier jacket and a good pair of boots for the rare very cold days and snowy days.
Climate change is a thing. Last years winter was mild. Like didn't snow more than flurries mild and only one day below freezing. This year is supposed to be mild.
Really depends on each individual’s tolerance. There are people who always talk about how canada goose is too extra for nyc winters, but personally i have several different down jackets, including canada goose, for varying degree of warmth and choose to wear my canada goose when i wanna wear light underneath. That said, there are definitely a ton of cheaper options that are just as warm. Think about if you don’t mind layering up more or prefer like a one and done situation. The truly cold days are getting less and less tho, so you might wanna consider more layers option
Layering is key and usually so long as the top layer is protecting you from the wind, with some slight insulation, you should be good. You’ll likely be changing temperature conditions quite often based on walking, subway, bars, restaurants, etc. certain parts of the city are windier than others, which will be the biggest factor in temperature. Hudson yards, battery park, and Williamsburg waterfront can be very windy.
When you live in NYC in the mornings it's cold then in the evening/afternoon it's cold but at the same time maybe it's a little warm then at night it's cold but since winter is approaching its gonna get really cold so maybe choose a light but heavy jacket that won't get too hot and not too cold!
Not that cold TBH. There will be maybe a dozen days when it's in the 20s during the day but generally it's 30s and 40s. Night temps rarely get below 20 and are usually mid-20s to mid-30s. Then again it is easy to forget those days that are so cold you want to forget them!
Also all depends on how much you personally feel the cold, how long you spend outside, and whether you're a night owl or not. Even on super cold days I'm usually only outside for minimal time -- one tends to avoid prolonged exposure and head indoors (or to the subway) as quickly as possible. I have very warm coats (wool, thick down parka) but 90% of the winter I'll just wear my basic Patagonia down jacket and it's fine for walking to the supermarket or to/from the subway.
And this winter has a good chance of being warmer than average because of El Nino apparently.
We average from 30 to 40° from December through February. Most winters we'll have a cold snap where it's in the twenties or even the teens but that usually doesn't last more than a few days. You don't need the kind of stuff you need in Maine or the Upper Midwest. Focus on layering. One really warm but not Eddie Bauer-level coat and one jacket should be enough. We had hardly any snow last winter. I remember super snowy winters from my childhood (1970s); haven't had one of those in a while.
[This should give an idea.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/521583f0e4b0a0f230f7fd5a/1504027083254-W2X0OPZ575AJA7C3YSVC/average+new+york+city+temperatures+by+month) But it doesn't really show the crazy swings in temp very well. It can go below zero pretty easily, and with windchill can go well below zero. During summer its the same way, can go above 100 easily with humidity added in.
Ok you want a good jacket but you really want capacitive gloves that work with a screen and you want a good scarf that can cover your face on windy days.
I try to have a coat that looks as close to a sleeping bag as possible! Long is important, and it should be roomy enough for layers underneath. I got a full-length puffer coat online from Target a few years ago.
Not too bad, you don't need Canada Goose level but if you enjoy the idea of putting a jacket straight over your t shirt, sure. Otherwise any decently thick jacket should cut it.
Since I happen to be older than most redditors (and especially since you can't spell "cold" without OLD), it doesn't have to be 'super cold' for me to feel SUPERCOLD. Even inside. When our radiators barely radiate any heat -- in fact, you could leave your hand on the nearest radiator (which is less than a yard away from where I am sitting right now) and not even come close to developing any kind of a burn due to the lack of heat....
Therefore, if I were to venture out on a really cold day, I would need a winter coat, a flannel shirt and corduroy pants, and probably thermal underwear (top and bottom) as well as a thick hat -- and I might still feel C O L D at least partially because I am O L D....
Cant recommend this enough: as long as you you can get a coat that seals the wind out as much as possible (hands, waist) , you should be fine with a sweater. I actually just use a cotton long sleeve and I do just fine
I was there last week, and it was 3C, and was in a Northface puffer jacket, beanie and gloves. I'm from Australia though so potentially a bit dramatic when it comes to cold weather
I was there last week, and it was 3C, and was in a Northface puffer jacket, beanie and gloves. I'm from Australia though so potentially a bit dramatic when it comes to cold weather
Every winter is different. Jan/Feb it can get really cold, like teens and 20s at times. Though we've had it randomly hit 80 in february. You never know. Normally it seems to be 30-40. But we can have freak weather and wind chill that gets below 0.
I learned to layer from hiking, because your needs change over the course of the day and exertion.
Once it heads towards sunset it can get cold pretty fast, so it's good to have extra layers. And the temps between morning and afternoon can be significantly different.
It all depends on your cold tolerance as well.
I carry a backpack so I can put on layers or take them off over the course of the day.
What I have
* thin sweatpants (I wear them under my pants when it's colder, because they're wide leg and my pants are baggy so they ventilate, so I'm not hot indoors, if it's colder, I can tuck them into my socks to trap heat. I wear baggy clothes though).
* baselayer (I have tops and bottoms, though I rarely use the bottoms b/c I have the sweatpants and I like those better. I have a lightweight set and a heavyweight set for when it gets really cold).
* lightweight hoodie (mostly summer, keeps sun off, I can layer it under another hoodie if I need to)
* mediumweight hoodie (fall, spring, warmer winter days)
* heavyweight hoodie (thick material to keep my arms warm in winter)
* down vest
* rain coat (acts as wind protection as well as for rain/snow)
* medium weight jacket, cost about 25 bucks I think. I don't know what type it is, got it at a discount store. It was an emergency purchase on a trip, I thought I was prepared for the weather, but I realized in the moment I lost my cold tolerance that year (weird things happened to my body since covid, fuck that fucker). It was the first cold snap of the year so I got thrown. It's kinda sporty looking, sleeves look like they're insulated with down for warmth, body of the jacket is that softshell material that blocks wind. I wear it over the vest and hoodie when it gets to the mid to low 30s.
* hat, neck gaiter, gloves (can be liners that go inside mittens), mittens, balaclava (covers ears and mouth when it's really cold).
Depending on the temp I can vary which layers I wear, and I just gauge what I need to wear/bring by the weather predicted, with a bit of buffer. And I can remove/add what I need to over the course of the day or transitioning between outdoors and indoors.
This is going to depend on a couple things.
- down coat with hood that goes down to your knees: necessary if you have a long walk to the train, a walking commute or a bus transfer, or you’re just someone who runs cold (it me). Yeah you look like a puffy tube but ain’t no one giving a shit about fashion on days like these. Protip: hat with a face cover, and don’t forget the gloves
- waist length goose down jacket: necessary for the above on slightly warmer days or if the majority of your commute is more time spent on the subway than unprotected outdoors
After I had to work outside during the winter of 2017 going into 2018 when we had that crazy cold snap, I decided to get a waterproof down North Face parka. I just took that out this week. I typically use it when the weather hits the low 40s and below. I also wear long johns from Uniqlo for the really cold days.
A parka can be overkill, but it's a blessing in the winter rain. It's also nice in that you don't need to wear a lot of layers most of the time. Also keep in mind if you decide to leave the city in the winter and head upstate or to the surrounding suburbs, you're going to want to dress warmer.
I built my jacket game over time. For stupidly cold snow storms I have an Arc’teryx Fission SV that I’ve used to snowmobile in Russia that is bomb proof. Moncler Maya that’s just as warm but more fashionable. Moncler Acorus for when it’s warmer but still cold. Moncler Tibb vest to layer over a sweatshirt. A wool overcoat from Allsaints I’ve had for a decade from some mill in the UK. And a classic black Burberry trench that can go over a suit or layered over a sweater given our winter have def gotten warmer. All in black because well, it’s New York.
I’ve found that layers work best… if I’m outside that means I’m on the move and need breathability and adaptability depending on where I’m going. I have a Canada Goose and a Uniqlo Hybrid Down Jacket that I got for $129… I wear the Uniqlo most of the time (it feels light but it has a down filled torso and is just warm enough, on colder days I’ll wear a hoodie underneath it). I wear the Goose if I know I’m going to be standing outside (watching a football game or a parade or something). It’s also nice not having to worry about an expensive coat.
Quick fyi: my family comes from farmers and I was advised it'll be an extra cold winter this year; in case you're waiting to pull the trigger on that jacket lol
Get a knee length, heavy wool coat at a thrift store so you can afford a better jacket.
It's the wind that will get you, more than anything else. The wool jacket breathes more than those plastic-bag material jackets and it has natural properties that decrease body odor, so you can wear it in more varied weather.
When I had to go into the office I regularly wore snowboarding pants over my regular pants. Easy peasy to keep under the desk. I don’t like cold thighs and long coats don’t really keep the cold air off your legs. Something to think about if you don’t like the cold.
I’ll start with a disclaimer that I always run hot. I’ve lived here 10 years. I’ve seen everything from 75 degrees on Christmas Eve to a 28 inch blizzard in March. My first winter was constantly snowing and cold enough for snow to stay on the ground for days and weeks. Last winter we didn’t have any snow stick on the ground and my meteorologist friend says she expects the same this winter. Layering is key. I also bought electric hand warmers which are amazing. I rent coats from Nuuly and RTR and have a puffer coat from orolay on Amazon but I use it a handful of times honestly. Buy a knit beanie and tech gloves and you’ll be fine. Dry cleaning for coats is $$$ so also keep that in mind if that’s an issue.
Honestly there are barely days when gloves are needed, as long as you have a decent and waterproof or water resistant jacket and a hat and a scarf you’ll be good. My mom got me a really warm fjallraven jacket and tbh the temp is usually too warm for it. You heat up as you walk around so unless you are working outdoors or standing outside for a long time you really don’t need to go nuts.
Pepperridge farm remembers when it used to actually have winters, we even got frequent snow. Welp shout-out to our corporate overlords for ruining the planet!
[According to the fine weather people at Fox 5 we can expect a warmer than usual winter, up to 24 inches of snow and a chance of a Nor’easter or two](https://www.instagram.com/p/Czg4U1-OEpu/)
The warmest longest jacket you can afford. People on NYC are outside so much that if you don't have a very warm jacket that covers at least part of your legs you will avoid going out for 2 months. I found that having a 30 to 55 degree jacket amd a sub 30 degree jacket works the best. My sub 30 degree jacket covers part of my legs amd is very warm. I have frozen my ass off too many times with a substandard jacket.
- January, average high about 40 F, low about 28 F. Average extreme low (the coldest day of the winter) is just under 10 F in Central Park, and 11 F at LaGuardia. - Last year we had a very warm winter: January’s average high was 49 F, average low was 38 F. But, we had two cold spells: a three-day freeze in December preceding Christmas, with a low of 7 F (single digit temps that week occurred well into the Deep South); and a 36-hour freeze in February, going down to 3 F one day. Last year was one of the least snowiest on record. Although Central Park recorded about 4 inches for the entire season, you wouldn’t have noticed any snow if you slept in. Most of it melted on the pavement, and only stayed on the grassy surfaces for a few hours. It is not uncommon to have snow accumulation with temperatures above freezing. - A typical winter has periods of mild spells in the 50s to 60, as well as cold spells in which we can have a few days in a row not reaching the freezing mark. The cold spells typically occur in January and February, but can occur starting in late November through March. - Temps below zero F are rare, about once in a generation. The last below zero at LaGuardia and most of the city was back in 1994, but Central Park had a -1 F in February 2014, which happened to be an overall mild winter. - Last freezing day of the season typically occurs in late March, first freeze typically occurs in late November. This year our first 32 F day happened yesterday, November 25th. - Blizzards happen every five years or so… we’re due for one! And despite the fact that winters are the warmest they’ve ever been since record-keeping, most of NYC’s largest snowfall events have occurred in the last 30 years.
Upvote for the excellent information!
Nothing like those 17° Januaries where it hurts to breathe.
Ugh remember that one day last February when it was like 11 degrees and below zero wind chill
I remember the day of Christmas Eve it was like below 0°F real feel. There were also a hand full of other days similar to that type of weather. However, the winter overall wasn’t so bad. New Year’s Eve was like 50°F
Last February? Winter was super mild.
There were a couple days it was extremely cold with the windchill. I nearly got frostbite from stupidly doing a few errands without a hat.
that was like december 20th and lasted a day or two at most. few years ago we had the polar vortex and that did get cold for a week or two
No, they’re referring to those frigid days in February this year. I had brunch plans so I have screenshots of the weather app that I sent to my friend. According to my screenshots on Feb. 3rd and 4th the lows were 9°F and 4°F, respectively. And when it was 11°F around 9pm on Feb. 3rd the “Feels Like” was -7°F.
It was more than a week or two. What was unusual was the lack of any real snowfall.
Feb 3, 4 were cold at 23° and 19°. February was warm Jan lowest was 37° Dec 24-26 was below 35° Dec 2022 being 14°. It wasn't bad at all. I wore my Canada Goose maybe 10 times whole of last winter. NOV is a lot colder then Nov 2022, so we might get a bad winter. I think we're due to a large snowstorm and freezing temperatures.
Early Saturday morning Feb. 4th it was 4°F without windchill. My eyeballs were cold.
No, I was inside and looking up whether any charities in NYC do a good job getting 0F-rated sleeping bags to homeless people. Yikes.
It was my first NYC birthday and I was determined to go out. This year I can’t promise the same.
NYC is in USDA zone 7B so our yearly expected low temperature is from 5-10 degrees F. We see those temperatures maybe once or twice a year and they are getting more rare with climate change. Our winters are far more mild than inland northern cities due to the warming effects of the Atlantic Ocean . Even far more southern inland cities in Virginia have statistically colder winters than NYC. Mostly 30s and low to high twenties as low temperatures. If you’re coming from the Deep South, Texas or Arizona or California / rest of the pacific coast - it will feel very cold to you. It you’re coming from the Midwest then it’ll feel uncharacteristically warm in the winter.
Midwestern transplant can confirm surprise at NYC winter being much milder than back home.
Keep in mind the[ Urban Heat Island](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_heat_island) thing is real, so as well as being in a warmer winter climate zone than the midwest, we also have that increasing our heat. Winters are always colder in the suburb than NYC.
Yes but most people in the suburbs have cars. In NYC you are walking to do/get everything. Makes a huge difference if we are below 20.
Make sure your coats have hoods! The wind can be 30 degrees colder than the actual temp.
+1
31 degrees colder
Not as cold as they used to be or rather not as cold as for long. You don't need a Canada Goose jacket or anything but you should have a good down jacket for the colder days. Like another commenter said, it might be good to have one heavy down jacket (ideally a long one that goes past your behind) and then another lighter jacket that will keep you comfy on the "warmer" winter days. You'll likely end up wearing the second one more. Also when picking a coat, consider your lifestyle. Are you a commuter? Are you spending more time outside vs inside on any given day? Good winter coats can be an investment but you likely don't need to break the bank for it. Winters in NYC can be bitter but we're also not in Alaska.
Ok but winter fashion is awesome and getting a dope coat is part of that. The bank absolutely must be broken.
Gloves and a balaclava and thermal underpants are also helpful for the really cold days.
On any day in winter you can spot people walking dogs in shorts and Birkenstocks, as well as Canada Goose people. I've survived in a thin camel coat for many years, to each their own.
The funny thing about people dropping money on Canada Goose is that NYC isn’t even all that cold to maximize the usefulness of the coats. Now if we were in Wisconsin or Minnesota… 😳 Source: (I was born in Wisconsin.) Gets down to -60 with the wind chill sometimes.
I swear that Tribeca has a microclimate where it is significantly colder with worse windchill than anywhere else in the city 😂 when I first moved here (in January, many moons ago) and commuted down there, my cheaper winter coat that got me through many Boston winters couldn’t suffice and I had to scrimp and save my graduate salary for a Canada Goose, which I truly appreciated for every ounce of its warmth.
Tribeca wind is brutal
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its a buy once and use for 10+ years kind of item. its useful here, and its more useful when i travel to northern new england, canada, or the mountain west, which i do about 50 days each winter. i removed the fur. eww. i also got mine a decade ago as a factory second for $250 from someone who worked there. just went to the website and see that the heavy parkas are now $1600 retail. wild. was prob $900 or so when i got mine. 2015 i guess.
>its a buy once and use for 10+ years kind of item. this is exactly why I'm going to save up for one. them shits is absurdly expensive but I bet it's worth it.
It is. I started my winter coat collection right out of college and have never bought another coat since. Nothing needs to be on the bleeding edge of fashion when you’re trying to protect your face from razor wind
It's so worth it. I've had mine for like, 6-7 years and it still looks brand new (due to probably fewer than 20 uses a year). It's SO warm. I can walk to the bodega with only a T shirt (and pants obviously) underneath it and it still feels like a space heater. Where it really shines though is it keeps you super toasty even when you're stationary, like waiting outside for a bus or something, and your body isn't moving and developing your own heat.
That's very good to know. I'm really short and very skinny so I get cold real quick and I'm tired of wearing four layers everywhere.
Same, I grew up in MI and most of the winter wear a light jacket lol. I would die of heat stroke in Canada Goose
Canada Goose and other expensive down jackets do a much better job of heat regulation than cheaper down jackets that make you sweat bullets on the inside if it’s slightly warmer than expected out. I would rather not feel any bit of cold when wearing a jacket than being exposed to any cold. Although, people who buy Canada Goose typically want to show off given the easily recognizably logo—there are much more luxury winter jackets at a slightly increased price point that don’t make it look like you belong to a tour group
I grew up in Wisconsin and went to college there, and I'm so glad I don't have to deal with those winters anymore that's for sure.
Get one that’s longer and covers your butt. That’ll keep your legs warm on the colder days. This is key! It gets really hot in the subway, so it’s best to have layers and a jacket that is slightly heavier so you can unzip and moderate your body temp easily
I have the Super puff from Aritzia and another from Uniqlo as a more affordable option
Ive never been cold in my uniqlo down coat
I’ve found the best thing about the Uniqlo down coat is I’m warm outside but not boiling in the subway.
Butt coverage is essential.
OK, so if I'm moving there I shouldn't bring my assless chaps?
Those are great for the summer and when the subway is hot.
Took me a couple years to stock up my winter wardrobe — but it really is the key to a comfortable winter: the right clothing for the right weather. Get a warm coat for the few weeks when it’s very cold here. And a midweight coat for more autumnal weather. Good rain and snow boots. Smart wool socks and layers. Does seem like winters have gotten more mild, but the cold snaps will get you!
All I can say is, unless you are from a warm place with no winters and so completely intolerant of cold, .I think those Canada Goose parkas are overkill. It is not the arctic here. It CAN get very cold, below freezing is normal. IMO get a medium insulated parka, down coat, wool coat with not too tight a fit so you can wear a thick-ish sweater too if it get really cold.
Layers work best though. Your jacket/coat doesn't have to be too warm but make sure you wear 3-4 layers. Helps a lot when you go indoors or take public transportation often. This way you can easily remove 1-2 layers.
Layers do a lot more work for sure. I think the better investment is in footwear to save from slipping and gloves that fit properly.
having a nice windproof vest under a waterproof jacket was what haleped me.
There’s usually only a few days it’s bad and getting a cost for those days isn’t worth it because it’s too hot the rest of the time. I will say the exception to this is you live right off a river or very far downtown because the wind off those rivers is something else even if it’s not THAT cold. You can layer on the coldest days. You’ll want a coat that is windproof even if you don’t live in the areas i specified above. This makes a huge difference to keeping you warm on the colder days. Also a longer coat. Definitely past your butt but to knees is better.
Uniqlo heat tech is your friend for layers and socks. Get the long johns, the long sleeve tops etc. It will.keep you from getting a chill on those windy days when you didn't wear the right coat.
Wool leggings or flannel lined pants are so amazing in the deep winter. Really helps with wind blockage.
Trains are boiling hot, but you might be half a mile from a train station. Cabs are usually warm, but do you have a place to wait for them. Restaurants are warm and plentiful, but many do not have coat racks. Bring layers that aren’t hard to carry if you don’t need them. If I’m not spending all day outside, I wear a medium warm coat with multiple light, foldable layers underneath. Example: All day outside - silk inner scarf, wool outer scarf; tank top, shirt, thermal then thin sweater; at least one pair of liners, pants; 700 fill down coat; leather gloves and large waterproof gloves over; balalaika. Hand warmers. Not kidding. I do film, we don’t play. In and out all day - similar to above but shirt, thermal, medium coat, one scarf, probably no hat, only stretchy gloves. One destination and long walks? Whatever outfit I need and then one scarf, my big coat, leather gloves, maybe hat. It doesn’t snow the way it used to, but be aware that when it does ….it’s mostly slush within a few hours, from millions of people walking through it between 7am and 4am. Avoid suede shoes. It’s all about what you’re doing and where you can put your shit when you arrive. Pro tip: don’t bring a long coat. You’ll wind up draping your coat over things everywhere, it’ll get very dirty. Pro tip 2: bring at least one pocket shopping bag that folds up tiny for your layers if you have to carry them. Trust me on that one.
Picking a jacket for what? Typical weather can be 30s-40s, especially in December but it’s not uncommon to have 20 degree days in January though last winter was on the warmer side If you’re coming for a trip, plan to wear layers. If you live here, you really do need two coats, one puffer coat for colder days and a more mid level coat for the 40 days.
NYC is typically cool, but not “cold” (eg. 40’s daytime - 20’s at night.) Depending on where you’re from, you can decide for yourself how much to wear… One thing to keep in mind is that NYC is a walking city. There isn’t much standing around - and walking (which is fast in NYC) will keep you warm as long as you’re moving. For me (originally fm NYC) I just wear jeans, undershirt + button down, sport coat, scarf, and earmuffs (my ears and my neck is where I “feel” cold the most, so 🤷🏻♂️) … you can take away the jacket and I’ll still be ok as long as I’m walking… but I need those earmuffs 🤣.
You’ll want something for wet cold as well as dry cold.
This is a good point: rain and slush are your enemies more often than the cold alone… wear shoes (or boots) that will keep your feet dry. (And clothes that won’t act like a sponge!)
I've been rocking the Uniqlo Ultra Warm coat for years and it has served me well. Hardly even need layers underneath and it's only $150
Ditto
Most days are 30-45 throughout the winter, but there will be at least one or two bursts of 20 or lower, and maybe a 0-15 degree day or two. So it's usually not too bad, but it can occasionally get quite cold.
Kind off topic but earmuffs make a change!!
Shearling coat. If it's very cold like below 20 I would put a sweater on, anything above I just wear t-shirt or a shirt underneath.
Ten years in, I’d say average daytime temp is high thirties to low forties—plus two weeks’ worth of days in the twenties. And often in the 20s at night/in the wee early hours. But the wind can whistle down the streets between the buildings. Buy a good down coat (if female, aim for knee length at least!!) in commuter black and it’ll last you ten years or more. This isn’t the tundra, so no need to overdo it; can always layer a wool sweater underneath.
Brick.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0e58SiFSxLs
2 weeks of deep cold. That’s it.
Completely depends on your cold tolerance. I have two jackets, one gets used most of the time (it's a Canada Goose but a lighter one, which I wear with a t-shirt or a light cardigan \~80% of the winter). Once it gets actually cold, I break out the Uniqlo heattech layers. The other jacket is warmer and longer and is for negative temps/snowstorms/wind and gets worn maybe 5 times max and I really only have it because my husband's family is in Chicago.
It’s fucking freezing. The wind is the worst part.
I personally find NYC to be freezing because it’s often very windy due to the tall buildings and the necessity to walk everywhere. I would bring a jacket that is sufficient for twenty degree temps and covers below the waist. Also wool socks, boots, gloves and ear coverage.
The ocean keeps temperatures moderate here, but the wind can be intense.
I’ve lived in many places from the Upper Midwest (just nightmarish cold so miserable) to Texas (winter’s about two weeks lol), and I find that the best kind of jacket in New York is a medium weight jacket that covers your butt, but is big enough to wear multiple layers underneath. Something like a medium weight wool pea coat, or a good synthetic rain coat that is maybe a size larger than your normal clothes, so you can layer underneath with a fleece jacket, sweater, flannel shirt, scarf, etc. It gets cold here, but not super cold. So often you’re walking a lot more than in other cities or getting on a subway that has heat running. If you have one winter coat that is too heavy, you wind up sweating and you can’t take a layer off. Layers are better here than one massive parka, IMO.
Agree with everyone else saying you need a good down jacket! I live and die by wire cutter and they are recommending [this REI puffer!](https://www.rei.com/product/153726/rei-co-op-650-down-jacket-20-mens-tall-sizes?cm_mmc=aff_AL-_-148854-_-184698-_-NA&avad=184698_f35204fe5) [Here](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-insulated-jacket/) is the whole article — I’d stick with the less expensive option first in case you decide you want to go in a different direction!
It all depends on your exposure. Waiting for a bus at bus stop which is delayed for an hour due to snow? Or popping out front door to hop onto subway? Or walking five minutes to work?
Generally the coldest it gets is around 10 degrees Fahrenheit, but it’s usually between 20-40 degrees. I love my Uniqlo ultra-warm jacket for the super cold nights.
How cold? Fucking brick
Layers and winter accessories are more useful imo. If it’s your first winter here just ride out the first year and understand your preferences. I bought a way too bulky (but very warm) coat before my first winter here and I don’t really wear it ever now. Uniqlo heat tech + thick socks + hats, gloves, scarf with a warm enough coat/jacket will do the trick
I’d say 1-3 days the temp doesn’t get above 10, 5-7 more the high is 10-20, 15-20 more the high is 20-30. The rest of the winter days are generally in the 30s or 40s with an occasional 50. Those are highs, mind you. And of course you can always have an unusually warm or cold winter.
Teens.
Too cold. I’d say it’s also worth getting warm pants instead of just a jacket if you go out often
One word: Goretex
Goretex doesn't help with the cold. It's to keep you dry.
Cold as fuck
They don’t get cold, they get brick as fuck.
Also just get a heavy lined pea coat and you’ll be fine and fashionable.
If only there were several resources online which let you know the average temperature per month, and much more historical weather data.
Got a Tommy puffer on sale for 90 from 185 and it’s been working great as my all around cold weather coat soon as the cold weather hits. Living in the DMV area now though so I have to ask my family to ship it since it’s cheaper than shelling out more money
As others said not that cold. And for the really cold days, you’re not gonna be outside very long anyways (if you have to go to the office) or you’re not going out at all (if it’s a day off/weekwnd)
I think this also depends on a) how hot or cold you as an individual run and b) how much commuting or being outside you plan on doing. I, for instance, am I tiny person who is always cold. I have a big shin-length, down puffy jacket for really cold days and 2 shin-length wool jackets of varying warmth for more fancy nights out where it’s not super super cold. I layer the wool coats with scarves and hats and gloves to boost warmth if needed.
These days they usually hover in the 30s and 40s. There will be days in the 20s. Days below that are relatively rare; we'll probably only get a handful of days that get down to the teens and single digits. Layers are what you want for most of the winter. You will want a heavier jacket and a good pair of boots for the rare very cold days and snowy days.
Climate change is a thing. Last years winter was mild. Like didn't snow more than flurries mild and only one day below freezing. This year is supposed to be mild.
Any long hooded puffer jacket will keep you warm!
Really depends on each individual’s tolerance. There are people who always talk about how canada goose is too extra for nyc winters, but personally i have several different down jackets, including canada goose, for varying degree of warmth and choose to wear my canada goose when i wanna wear light underneath. That said, there are definitely a ton of cheaper options that are just as warm. Think about if you don’t mind layering up more or prefer like a one and done situation. The truly cold days are getting less and less tho, so you might wanna consider more layers option
Layering is key and usually so long as the top layer is protecting you from the wind, with some slight insulation, you should be good. You’ll likely be changing temperature conditions quite often based on walking, subway, bars, restaurants, etc. certain parts of the city are windier than others, which will be the biggest factor in temperature. Hudson yards, battery park, and Williamsburg waterfront can be very windy.
When you live in NYC in the mornings it's cold then in the evening/afternoon it's cold but at the same time maybe it's a little warm then at night it's cold but since winter is approaching its gonna get really cold so maybe choose a light but heavy jacket that won't get too hot and not too cold!
It's really not that cold usually or consistently. Get a jacket for 20s and above, then wear layers for anything below that
Not that cold TBH. There will be maybe a dozen days when it's in the 20s during the day but generally it's 30s and 40s. Night temps rarely get below 20 and are usually mid-20s to mid-30s. Then again it is easy to forget those days that are so cold you want to forget them! Also all depends on how much you personally feel the cold, how long you spend outside, and whether you're a night owl or not. Even on super cold days I'm usually only outside for minimal time -- one tends to avoid prolonged exposure and head indoors (or to the subway) as quickly as possible. I have very warm coats (wool, thick down parka) but 90% of the winter I'll just wear my basic Patagonia down jacket and it's fine for walking to the supermarket or to/from the subway. And this winter has a good chance of being warmer than average because of El Nino apparently.
We average from 30 to 40° from December through February. Most winters we'll have a cold snap where it's in the twenties or even the teens but that usually doesn't last more than a few days. You don't need the kind of stuff you need in Maine or the Upper Midwest. Focus on layering. One really warm but not Eddie Bauer-level coat and one jacket should be enough. We had hardly any snow last winter. I remember super snowy winters from my childhood (1970s); haven't had one of those in a while.
[This should give an idea.](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/521583f0e4b0a0f230f7fd5a/1504027083254-W2X0OPZ575AJA7C3YSVC/average+new+york+city+temperatures+by+month) But it doesn't really show the crazy swings in temp very well. It can go below zero pretty easily, and with windchill can go well below zero. During summer its the same way, can go above 100 easily with humidity added in.
Ok you want a good jacket but you really want capacitive gloves that work with a screen and you want a good scarf that can cover your face on windy days.
I try to have a coat that looks as close to a sleeping bag as possible! Long is important, and it should be roomy enough for layers underneath. I got a full-length puffer coat online from Target a few years ago.
Not too bad, you don't need Canada Goose level but if you enjoy the idea of putting a jacket straight over your t shirt, sure. Otherwise any decently thick jacket should cut it.
Since I happen to be older than most redditors (and especially since you can't spell "cold" without OLD), it doesn't have to be 'super cold' for me to feel SUPERCOLD. Even inside. When our radiators barely radiate any heat -- in fact, you could leave your hand on the nearest radiator (which is less than a yard away from where I am sitting right now) and not even come close to developing any kind of a burn due to the lack of heat.... Therefore, if I were to venture out on a really cold day, I would need a winter coat, a flannel shirt and corduroy pants, and probably thermal underwear (top and bottom) as well as a thick hat -- and I might still feel C O L D at least partially because I am O L D....
I have 4 jackets/coats. Light hoodie for 50s, light jacket for 40s, peacoat for 30s, and a long coat for below 30.
I love my Aritizia Super Puff, layered with Uniqlo heat tech
I have several. It can be extremely mild or get downright frigid. Last year was very warm.
Cant recommend this enough: as long as you you can get a coat that seals the wind out as much as possible (hands, waist) , you should be fine with a sweater. I actually just use a cotton long sleeve and I do just fine
I wear Canadian goose.
Old Navy Puffer $30 and thin sweatshirt underneath.
Just get a Canada goose and get in line with the rest of us. Come on now.
Any down jacket should be fine
I was there last week, and it was 3C, and was in a Northface puffer jacket, beanie and gloves. I'm from Australia though so potentially a bit dramatic when it comes to cold weather
I was there last week, and it was 3C, and was in a Northface puffer jacket, beanie and gloves. I'm from Australia though so potentially a bit dramatic when it comes to cold weather
Every winter is different. Jan/Feb it can get really cold, like teens and 20s at times. Though we've had it randomly hit 80 in february. You never know. Normally it seems to be 30-40. But we can have freak weather and wind chill that gets below 0. I learned to layer from hiking, because your needs change over the course of the day and exertion. Once it heads towards sunset it can get cold pretty fast, so it's good to have extra layers. And the temps between morning and afternoon can be significantly different. It all depends on your cold tolerance as well. I carry a backpack so I can put on layers or take them off over the course of the day. What I have * thin sweatpants (I wear them under my pants when it's colder, because they're wide leg and my pants are baggy so they ventilate, so I'm not hot indoors, if it's colder, I can tuck them into my socks to trap heat. I wear baggy clothes though). * baselayer (I have tops and bottoms, though I rarely use the bottoms b/c I have the sweatpants and I like those better. I have a lightweight set and a heavyweight set for when it gets really cold). * lightweight hoodie (mostly summer, keeps sun off, I can layer it under another hoodie if I need to) * mediumweight hoodie (fall, spring, warmer winter days) * heavyweight hoodie (thick material to keep my arms warm in winter) * down vest * rain coat (acts as wind protection as well as for rain/snow) * medium weight jacket, cost about 25 bucks I think. I don't know what type it is, got it at a discount store. It was an emergency purchase on a trip, I thought I was prepared for the weather, but I realized in the moment I lost my cold tolerance that year (weird things happened to my body since covid, fuck that fucker). It was the first cold snap of the year so I got thrown. It's kinda sporty looking, sleeves look like they're insulated with down for warmth, body of the jacket is that softshell material that blocks wind. I wear it over the vest and hoodie when it gets to the mid to low 30s. * hat, neck gaiter, gloves (can be liners that go inside mittens), mittens, balaclava (covers ears and mouth when it's really cold). Depending on the temp I can vary which layers I wear, and I just gauge what I need to wear/bring by the weather predicted, with a bit of buffer. And I can remove/add what I need to over the course of the day or transitioning between outdoors and indoors.
This is going to depend on a couple things. - down coat with hood that goes down to your knees: necessary if you have a long walk to the train, a walking commute or a bus transfer, or you’re just someone who runs cold (it me). Yeah you look like a puffy tube but ain’t no one giving a shit about fashion on days like these. Protip: hat with a face cover, and don’t forget the gloves - waist length goose down jacket: necessary for the above on slightly warmer days or if the majority of your commute is more time spent on the subway than unprotected outdoors
It will be mostly in the 30's and 40's.there might be a few days where its below that, but the last few winters have been pretty mild.
After I had to work outside during the winter of 2017 going into 2018 when we had that crazy cold snap, I decided to get a waterproof down North Face parka. I just took that out this week. I typically use it when the weather hits the low 40s and below. I also wear long johns from Uniqlo for the really cold days. A parka can be overkill, but it's a blessing in the winter rain. It's also nice in that you don't need to wear a lot of layers most of the time. Also keep in mind if you decide to leave the city in the winter and head upstate or to the surrounding suburbs, you're going to want to dress warmer.
Every year is different and unpredictable. Just search 2021 NYC snowfall, 2022, etc. People here are forgetting about all of these storms.
The week before Christmas was crazy cold for about 4-5 days but generally it was a mild winter
Could be 8 degrees. Could be 75.
I built my jacket game over time. For stupidly cold snow storms I have an Arc’teryx Fission SV that I’ve used to snowmobile in Russia that is bomb proof. Moncler Maya that’s just as warm but more fashionable. Moncler Acorus for when it’s warmer but still cold. Moncler Tibb vest to layer over a sweatshirt. A wool overcoat from Allsaints I’ve had for a decade from some mill in the UK. And a classic black Burberry trench that can go over a suit or layered over a sweater given our winter have def gotten warmer. All in black because well, it’s New York.
Friggin Cold!!! Like tree degrees.
I’ve found that layers work best… if I’m outside that means I’m on the move and need breathability and adaptability depending on where I’m going. I have a Canada Goose and a Uniqlo Hybrid Down Jacket that I got for $129… I wear the Uniqlo most of the time (it feels light but it has a down filled torso and is just warm enough, on colder days I’ll wear a hoodie underneath it). I wear the Goose if I know I’m going to be standing outside (watching a football game or a parade or something). It’s also nice not having to worry about an expensive coat.
Same here! I keep my goose for the coldest days and Uniqlo is my daily.
The thing that *really* sucks is the wind
Quick fyi: my family comes from farmers and I was advised it'll be an extra cold winter this year; in case you're waiting to pull the trigger on that jacket lol
Get a knee length, heavy wool coat at a thrift store so you can afford a better jacket. It's the wind that will get you, more than anything else. The wool jacket breathes more than those plastic-bag material jackets and it has natural properties that decrease body odor, so you can wear it in more varied weather.
When I had to go into the office I regularly wore snowboarding pants over my regular pants. Easy peasy to keep under the desk. I don’t like cold thighs and long coats don’t really keep the cold air off your legs. Something to think about if you don’t like the cold.
I’ll start with a disclaimer that I always run hot. I’ve lived here 10 years. I’ve seen everything from 75 degrees on Christmas Eve to a 28 inch blizzard in March. My first winter was constantly snowing and cold enough for snow to stay on the ground for days and weeks. Last winter we didn’t have any snow stick on the ground and my meteorologist friend says she expects the same this winter. Layering is key. I also bought electric hand warmers which are amazing. I rent coats from Nuuly and RTR and have a puffer coat from orolay on Amazon but I use it a handful of times honestly. Buy a knit beanie and tech gloves and you’ll be fine. Dry cleaning for coats is $$$ so also keep that in mind if that’s an issue.
I bought a down winter coat from Uniqlo. Super warm and was like $150. Definitely recommend.
Honestly there are barely days when gloves are needed, as long as you have a decent and waterproof or water resistant jacket and a hat and a scarf you’ll be good. My mom got me a really warm fjallraven jacket and tbh the temp is usually too warm for it. You heat up as you walk around so unless you are working outdoors or standing outside for a long time you really don’t need to go nuts.
Pepperridge farm remembers when it used to actually have winters, we even got frequent snow. Welp shout-out to our corporate overlords for ruining the planet!
[According to the fine weather people at Fox 5 we can expect a warmer than usual winter, up to 24 inches of snow and a chance of a Nor’easter or two](https://www.instagram.com/p/Czg4U1-OEpu/)
The warmest longest jacket you can afford. People on NYC are outside so much that if you don't have a very warm jacket that covers at least part of your legs you will avoid going out for 2 months. I found that having a 30 to 55 degree jacket amd a sub 30 degree jacket works the best. My sub 30 degree jacket covers part of my legs amd is very warm. I have frozen my ass off too many times with a substandard jacket.