WinterOff season ~18°F highs

Things to do in Duluth in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Duluth, with average highs around 18°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

Glensheen - Historic Congdon Estate

a historic house museum in Duluth, Minnesota

2Indoor escape

Greyhound Bus Museum

transport museum in Minnesota, United States

3Indoor escape

The St. Louis County Depot

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.

Duluth in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Duluth?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Duluth, with average highs around 18°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Duluth in January?

Average daytime highs are around 18°F, compared with 77°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 Duluth in January?

Top picks for January: Glensheen - Historic Congdon Estate, Greyhound Bus Museum, The St. Louis County Depot, Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center, Tweed Museum of Art.