WinterOff season ~22°F highs

Things to do in Eau Claire in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Eau Claire, with average highs around 22°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

1897 Clark County Jail Museum

prison in Neillsville, Wisconsin

2Indoor escape

Little Bohemia Lodge

rural vacation lodge and restaurant located in Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin

3Indoor escape

Old Courthouse Museum & Jail

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.

Eau Claire in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Eau Claire?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Eau Claire, with average highs around 22°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Eau Claire in January?

Average daytime highs are around 22°F, compared with 81°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 Eau Claire in January?

Top picks for January: 1897 Clark County Jail Museum, Little Bohemia Lodge, Old Courthouse Museum & Jail, Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, Iron County Historical Museum.