WinterOff season ~34°F highs

Things to do in Saint Louis in January

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

Saint Louis Art Museum

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2Indoor escape

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

art museum in St. Louis, Missouri

Missouri Botanical Garden

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.

Saint Louis in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Saint Louis?

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

What is the weather like in Saint Louis in January?

Average daytime highs are around 34°F, compared with 90°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 Saint Louis in January?

Top picks for January: Saint Louis Art Museum, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, Missouri Botanical Garden, Pulitzer Arts Foundation, World Chess Hall of Fame.