WinterOff season ~34°F highs

Things to do in Wichita in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wichita, with average highs around 34°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

Great Plains Transportation Museum

railroad museum in Wichita, KS USA

2Indoor escape

Kansas Aviation Museum

aviation museum in Wichita, Kansas USA

3Indoor escape

Kansas Sports Hall of Fame

sports museum in Wichita, Kansas

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.

Wichita in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Wichita?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Wichita, with average highs around 34°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Wichita in January?

Average daytime highs are around 34°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 Wichita in January?

Top picks for January: Great Plains Transportation Museum, Kansas Aviation Museum, Kansas Sports Hall of Fame, Exploration Place - Science and Discovery Center, Frank Lloyd Wright's Allen House.