WinterOff season ~31°F highs

Things to do in Springfield in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Springfield, with average highs around 31°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

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum

Presidential library and museum for U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, located in Springfield, Illinois

2Indoor escape

Old State Capitol

museum and historic site in Springfield, Illinois, USA

3Indoor escape

Dana Thomas House

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.

Springfield in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Springfield?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Springfield, with average highs around 31°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Springfield in January?

Average daytime highs are around 31°F, compared with 87°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 Springfield in January?

Top picks for January: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Old State Capitol, Dana Thomas House, Illinois State Museum, Lincoln Herndon Law Office.