WinterOff season ~29°F highs

Things to do in Hammond in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Hammond, with average highs around 29°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

Gary Land Company Building

museum

2Indoor escape

Mascot Hall of Fame

Hall of fame for North American sports mascots

3Indoor escape

Old Lighthouse Museum

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.

Hammond in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Hammond?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Hammond, with average highs around 29°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Hammond in January?

Average daytime highs are around 29°F, compared with 83°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 Hammond in January?

Top picks for January: Gary Land Company Building, Mascot Hall of Fame, Old Lighthouse Museum, Barker Mansion, Michael Jackson Childhood Home.