WinterOff season ~50°F highs

Things to do in Dallas in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Dallas, with average highs around 50°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

Dallas Museum of Art

art museum in Dallas, Texas

2Indoor escape

Kimbell Art Museum

art museum in Fort Worth, Texas

AT&T Stadium

stadium in Arlington, Texas, U.S.

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.

Dallas in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Dallas?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Dallas, with average highs around 50°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Dallas in January?

Average daytime highs are around 50°F, compared with 95°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 Dallas in January?

Top picks for January: Dallas Museum of Art, Kimbell Art Museum, AT&T Stadium, Amon Carter Museum, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth.