WinterOff season ~35°F highs

Things to do in Provo in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Provo, with average highs around 35°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

BYU Museum of Art

art museum in Provo, Utah, United States

2Indoor escape

Prehistoric Museum

natural history museum in Price, Utah

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.

Provo in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Provo?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Provo, with average highs around 35°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Provo in January?

Average daytime highs are around 35°F, compared with 90°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 Provo in January?

Top picks for January: BYU Museum of Art, Prehistoric Museum, Springville Museum of Art, Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum, Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts Center.