Anything & Everything New York (PART 2) - [please search thread before posting]

phatbear

Lisa82 wrote: »

Now you can all tell me how cold it is going to be in January. Anyone been in January?

Average temp in jan is between 4 and -3 celsius, so in simple terms its gonna be freezing cold

Lisa82

phatbear wrote: »

Average temp in jan is between 4 and -3 celsius, so in simple terms its gonna be freezing cold

Yeah I seen that before I booked, hope we can still do everything we want to do. Just need to wear plenty layers and look out some cosy boots!

greenface

because its winter and the sun is low and there are so many tall buildings very often sidewalks are always in the shade and never had the chance to warm up
how cold is it in Jan ??? depends could just be freezing or fackin brass monkeys
we went feb 07 and it was -40 on the plane (had to wait over a hour until the plane doors thawed out) -7 around times square during the day and -11 at Battery Park waiting for the Staten Island Ferry which we declined. Count into the windchill factor and i have never felt cold like the first morning in NYC wrap up very well

leni

I think I've under estimated how cold it's gonna be! we go in 15 days

Can anyone recommend a good comedy club?

randomtask_2

@Leni - I've been to Carolines on Broadway (https://www.carolines.com) which has fairly high profile comics on though can be a bit pricier than other comedy clubs in the city as a result. It also has a 2 drink minimum last time I knew.

little_dumplings

phatbear wrote: »

Average temp in jan is between 4 and -3 celsius, so in simple terms its gonna be freezing cold

I just asked my brother the same question....he went in January...he said it was so cold that you couldn't look up towards the sky/skyscrapers :eek:

Wrap up warm...a scarf is a must!

randomtask_2

A beanie hat and gloves are also recommended...

Remember also that while you obviously have to wrap up warm to cope with the cold outdoor conditions, you should wear layers that are easily removable as all buildings (tourist spots, shops, eateries, bars etc) will be very well heated.

becky_rtw

Layers were good when I went in Jan this year - as an example I wore:
vest, tights, skirt, boots, jumper, second jumper, coat, scarf, hat and muff (for my hands as gloves are a right pain on the subway when you are trying to swipe the tickets ) and I was still freezing!

Mumto5

9 days and counting....

Would anyone who gets back in the next week please report on the weather. I'm taking DD and she's not too bothered about taking a warm coat:rolleyes:.

Starting to feel excited, this will last until 2 days before take off when I will get a massive guilt trip about leaving DH with the 4 younger siblings.

Thanks to posters for details of toy shops as I have to bring them all back presents. Is PS3 software any cheaper?

This thread has been the best thing about our trip, I've learned so much useful information. Thanks to all the regulars - you really make it easy for me:T

randomtask_2

PS3 software doesn't really work out much cheaper in my experience. Chains like Gamestop and Best Buy sell new titles for $60 which is about £40 so it's fairly comparable to UK stores like Game, HMV etc.