Hey there! I just got back from a five-day trip to New York, and let me tell you, I finally learned what a real winter is like. Those New Yorker gals were all bundled up in combat boots, wool coats, and cashmere hats because the winter weather is no joke over there. Anyway, I thought I’d share my winter capsule wardrobe that I took with me to New York. Hopefully, it’ll be a helpful guide for anyone wondering what to wear in New York in January, where you’ll encounter snow, rain, and temperatures as low as 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Some pieces in my New York Winter Capsule Wardrobe were on repeat, while others went untouched. The weather in January was incredibly cold, with temperatures hovering around 25 degrees Fahrenheit. As California residents used to average temperatures of around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, we found the weather in New York to be a bit too chilly for our liking. So, what I’m sharing with you are the outfits that we wore repeatedly during our five-day trip to New York.
DAY 1 – AIRPORT OUTFIT & SOHO STROLLS
From Laguardia Airport to SOHO
Day 1-Monday. My mom and I made it to New York City and decided to take advantage of the free bus Q70 from Laguardia Airport to Jackson Heights terminal. From there, we hopped on the subway and made our way to the SOHO district where our hotel was located. After checking in, we took a leisurely stroll around the area and eventually ended up at Lupes Mexican Restaurant for dinner. The food was scrumptious, and we had a great time exploring the city on our first day.
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DAY 2 – Staten Island Ferry – Free ride to see the Liberty Statue
The Staten Island Ferry
Day 2-Tuesday. We headed up to see the Liberty Statue. We took the Staten Island Ferry where you can see the Liberty Statue for free. This ferry runs around the clock, seven days a week. You can grab it from St. George Ferry Terminal, which is situated at 1 Bay Street. It won’t cost you a penny to get on board (but be careful of scammers trying to sell you tickets – just ignore them). When my mom and I went, we took the subway to 1 Bay Street, and we found the terminal right away, you can’t miss the big sign for the Staten Island Ferry.
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DAY 3 – Washington Square Park & SOHO
Washington Square Park & SOHO
Day 3. Wednesday. On Wednesday, the weather was bitterly cold, with snow and rain coming down, and the temperature falling to a chilly 20 degrees Fahrenheit. My mom and I felt stir-crazy cooped up in our hotel room, so we decided to take a relaxed walk. We gravitated towards Washington Square Park, where we savored the sights and sounds of the bustling city. Later, we headed to SOHO, where we window-shopped and enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere. All in all, it was a refreshing change of pace from being indoors all day.
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DAY 4 – Broadway Show, Time Square and John’s Pizza
Broadway Show, Time Square and John’s Pizza
Day 4. Thursday. On our fourth day, we treated ourselves to a Broadway show at the New Amsterdam Theater. Aladdin was playing, and it was an incredible experience that I would highly recommend. People were flocking to buy tickets, so make sure to purchase them in advance. After the show, we were famished and decided on John’s Pizza, which you might recognize from the Spiderman movie. Since we were already at Times Square, we took a leisurely stroll and basked in the bright lights and positive energy that the city emanates.
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DAY 5 – SOHO, BROOKLYN BRIDGE & GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL
SOHO, Brooklyn Bridge and Grand Central Terminal
Day 5. Friday. On our final day in New York, we headed to SOHO to take some pictures. Afterwards, we hopped on the subway and made our way to the Brooklyn Bridge. After crossing the bridge, we went to the famous Instagram spot located at the intersection of Washington and Water Streets in Dumbo to snap some photos with the Manhattan bridge in the background. We then took the subway again and visited the Grand Central Terminal where we marveled at the stunning architecture. To cap off our day, we stopped at Los Tacos No. 1, conveniently located just across the street from Grand Central Terminal at 125 Park Ave, New York.
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