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Things to do in Parkersburg in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Parkersburg, with average highs around 31°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

Oil & Gas Museum

Parkersburg, West Virginia, listed on the NRHP in West Virginia

2Indoor escape

Blennerhassett Mansion

1800s mansion on Blennerhassett Island in the Ohio River, Wood County, West Virginia, USA

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.

Parkersburg in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Parkersburg?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Parkersburg, with average highs around 31°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Parkersburg in January?

Average daytime highs are around 31°F, compared with 87°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 Parkersburg in January?

Top picks for January: Oil & Gas Museum, Blennerhassett Mansion, Oakland, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Avery Street Historic District.