The New York City area is currently grappling with 'March weather whiplash,' a phenomenon characterized by rapid and dramatic temperature swings. Within days, temperatures have fluctuated from record highs to the 30s, creating unpredictable weather conditions. NBC New York reports that this sudden shift follows a period of unusually warm temperatures, now replaced by a significant cold snap. Such rapid changes are typical during transitional seasons like spring, where the interplay of atmospheric conditions can cause swift temperature variations.