WinterOff season ~57°F highs

Things to do in Sacramento in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sacramento, with average highs around 57°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

Crocker Art Museum

art museum in Sacramento, California

2Indoor escape

Haggin Museum

art museum in Stockton, California

3Indoor escape

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.

Sacramento in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Sacramento?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sacramento, with average highs around 57°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Sacramento in January?

Average daytime highs are around 57°F, compared with 98°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 Sacramento in January?

Top picks for January: Crocker Art Museum, Haggin Museum, U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, California State Capitol Museum, California State Railroad Museum.