WinterOff season ~46°F highs

Things to do in Greenville in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Greenville, with average highs around 46°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.

M60

American second generation main battle tank

2Indoor escape

Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery

art museum at Bob Jones University, Greenville, South Carolina

3Indoor escape

The Greenville County Museum of Art

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.

Greenville in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Greenville?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Greenville, with average highs around 46°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Greenville in January?

Average daytime highs are around 46°F, compared with 91°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 Greenville in January?

Top picks for January: M60, Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery, The Greenville County Museum of Art, Fort Hill, Clemson Area African American Museum.