WinterOff season ~29°F highs

Things to do in Davenport in January

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

Figge Art Museum

museum in Davenport, Iowa

2Indoor escape

George M Verity Riverboat Museum

Geo. M. Verity's large helical sternwheel is propelled by a tandem-compound, surface condensing, reciprocating steam engine. Originally built as S.S. Thorpe, in 1927 by the Dubuque Boat and Boiler Works of Dubuque, Iowa.

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.

Davenport in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Davenport?

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

What is the weather like in Davenport in January?

Average daytime highs are around 29°F, compared with 86°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 Davenport in January?

Top picks for January: Figge Art Museum, George M Verity Riverboat Museum, Buffalo Bill Museum, Hose Station No. 4, Putnam Museum.