WinterOff season ~28°F highs

Things to do in Pittsburgh in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Pittsburgh, with average highs around 28°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

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

natural history museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

2Indoor escape

Carnegie Museum of Art

museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Fallingwater

house designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright in Pennsylvania

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.

Pittsburgh in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Pittsburgh?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Pittsburgh, with average highs around 28°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Pittsburgh in January?

Average daytime highs are around 28°F, compared with 86°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 Pittsburgh in January?

Top picks for January: Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Museum of Art, Fallingwater, The Andy Warhol Museum, Kamin Science Center.