WinterOff season ~18°F highs

Things to do in Moorhead in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Moorhead, 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

Rourke Art Gallery

museum in Moorhead, Minnesota

2Indoor escape

Clinton Depot

railway station in Clinton, the United States of America

3Indoor escape

Comstock House

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.

Moorhead in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Moorhead?

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

What is the weather like in Moorhead in January?

Average daytime highs are around 18°F, compared with 81°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 Moorhead in January?

Top picks for January: Rourke Art Gallery, Clinton Depot, Comstock House, Hjemkomst Center, Itasca State Park.