WinterOff season ~22°F highs

Things to do in Minneapolis in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Minneapolis, with average highs around 22°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

Minneapolis Institute of Art

art museum in Minneapolis, Minnesota

2Indoor escape

Walker Art Center

contemporary art center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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.

Minneapolis in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Minneapolis?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Minneapolis, with average highs around 22°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Minneapolis in January?

Average daytime highs are around 22°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 Minneapolis in January?

Top picks for January: Minneapolis Institute of Art, Walker Art Center, Weisman Art Museum, American Swedish Institute, Mill City Museum.