WinterOff season ~41°F highs

Things to do in Knoxville in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Knoxville, with average highs around 41°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

Women's Basketball Hall of Fame

sport hall of fame in Knoxville, Tennessee

Dollywood Theme Park

theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, USA

3Indoor escape

American Museum of Science and Energy

science museum in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

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.

Knoxville in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Knoxville?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Knoxville, with average highs around 41°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Knoxville in January?

Average daytime highs are around 41°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 Knoxville in January?

Top picks for January: Women's Basketball Hall of Fame, Dollywood Theme Park, American Museum of Science and Energy, Museum of Appalachia, Alcatraz East Crime Museum.