WinterOff season ~39°F highs

Things to do in Bend in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Bend, with average highs around 39°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

Kam Wah Chung Company Building

hisoric building and museum in John Day, Oregon, USA

2Indoor escape

The High Desert Museum

non-profit organization in the USA

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.

Bend in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Bend?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Bend, with average highs around 39°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Bend in January?

Average daytime highs are around 39°F, compared with 84°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 Bend in January?

Top picks for January: Kam Wah Chung Company Building, The High Desert Museum, A. R. Bowman Memorial Museum, Baker Heritage Museum, Deschutes Historical Museum.