WinterOff season ~40°F highs

Things to do in Yakima in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yakima, with average highs around 40°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

Maryhill Museum of Art

art museum in Maryhill, Washington

2Indoor escape

Longmire Museum

museum

3Indoor escape

Transportation Exhibit

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.

Yakima in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Yakima?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yakima, with average highs around 40°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Yakima in January?

Average daytime highs are around 40°F, compared with 93°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 Yakima in January?

Top picks for January: Maryhill Museum of Art, Longmire Museum, Transportation Exhibit, Yakima Valley Museum, Mount Rainier National Park.