WinterGood time to go ~65°F highs

Things to do in Tampa in January

January is a good month to visit Tampa, with average highs around 65°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

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Best picks for January

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

1Indoor escape

Salvador Dalí Museum

art museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States

2Indoor escape

John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

art museum in Sarasota, Florida

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.

Also great in January in Florida

Miami Port Saint Lucie

Tampa in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Tampa?

January is a good month to visit Tampa, with average highs around 65°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Tampa in January?

Average daytime highs are around 65°F, compared with 91°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 Tampa in January?

Top picks for January: Salvador Dalí Museum, John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Museum of Science & Industry, Tampa Museum of Art, The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature.