WinterOff season ~35°F highs

Things to do in Arlington in January

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

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Best picks for January

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in January.

1Indoor escape

Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center

aerospace museum in Washington, D.C. area

George Washington's Mount Vernon

Bags/containers larger than 16x16x8" are prohibited, and all bags are subject to inspection.

United States Marine Corps War Memorial

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.

Arlington in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Arlington?

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

What is the weather like in Arlington in January?

Average daytime highs are around 35°F, compared with 89°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 Arlington in January?

Top picks for January: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, George Washington's Mount Vernon, United States Marine Corps War Memorial, The National Museum of the Marine Corps, Pentagon Memorial.