WinterPeak season ~69°F highs

Things to do in Yuma in January

January is one of the best months to visit Yuma, with average highs around 69°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.

Reserva de la Biosfera El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar

biosphere reserve in Mexico

McPhaul Suspension Bridge

bridge in Yuma Couny, Arizona, United States

Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge

bridge in Arizona listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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.

Yuma in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Yuma?

January is one of the best months to visit Yuma, with average highs around 69°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Yuma in January?

Average daytime highs are around 69°F, compared with 109°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 Yuma in January?

Top picks for January: Reserva de la Biosfera El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar, McPhaul Suspension Bridge, Ocean-to-Ocean Bridge, Penitentiary Avenue, Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park.