For chillier days or long night outs, I would recommend having a thicker puffer coat.

Winter coat: Having a thick winter jacket is a must if you want to spend Christmas in New York! I love my wool-blend red coat (here is a similar one) and it’s perfect for warmer days or fancier events.

I will share all my outfit details below under my photos but generally, these are the items you can’t miss. What to pack for Christmas in New York?Īs I mentioned in the previous section, it does get really cold in New York in December, so it’s important to stash your bag with warm items that you can layer up. Snow is most likely to fall in the city during December – on average it snows 1-3 days this month – so if you’re lucky you might get to see some during your stay. On a warmer day, you might surpass 50✯ (10✬) but that’s still going to feel chilly. The average daytime temperature in New York in December is around 43✯ (6✬) while evenings may drop below 32✯ (0✬). Located on the northeast coast of the US, it has to be said that New York winters can be bracingly cold and that the city is prone to strong winds. What is the weather like in New York in December? If this is your first trip to New York then you’ll also want to refer to my ultimate NYC travel guide as well as my handy travel tips for NYC. Prepping for your NYC Christmas itinerary requires some additional prep so below I’m sharing all the practical info you need to know if you’re planning to visit New York in December. Useful Info for Visiting New York in December

One World Trade Center and 9/11 Memorial.

Day 4 of Your Christmas in New York Itinerary.

Day 3 of Your Christmas in New York Itinerary.

Day 2 of Your Christmas in New York Itinerary.

Christmas decorations around Radio City.

Day 1 of Your Christmas in New York Itinerary.

Map for your Christmas in New York itinerary.

Breakdown of your 4 days in New York in December.Overview of Your New York Christmas Itinerary.Where to stay for Christmas in New York?.

When will Christmas decorations be up in New York?.What to pack for Christmas in New York?.What is the weather like in New York in December?.Useful Info for Visiting New York in December.

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