WinterOff season ~39°F highs

Things to do in Sitka in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sitka, with average highs around 39°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a January weekend Where else in January

Best picks for January

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in January.

1Indoor escape

Russian Bishops House

historic building in Sitka, Alaska, USA

Castle Hill

National Historic Landmark and state park in Sitka, Alaska, USA

Tongass National Forest

The largest national forest in the United States, the Tongass protects much of Southeast Alaska and its temperate rainforest, glaciers, fjords, and peaks, along with hundreds of islands and rock outcroppings.

Holidays in January 2027

New Year's Day · Fri, Jan 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day · Mon, Jan 18

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

Sitka in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Sitka?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sitka, with average highs around 39°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Sitka in January?

Average daytime highs are around 39°F, compared with 65°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Sitka in January?

Top picks for January: Russian Bishops House, Castle Hill, Tongass National Forest, Sitka National Historical Park, Castle Hill Park.