WinterOff season ~26°F highs

Things to do in Oshkosh in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Oshkosh, with average highs around 26°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.

M4A3 Sherman Tank

1942 medium tank family

M60A3 Patton Tank

American second generation main battle tank

3Indoor escape

EAA Aviation Museum

aviation museum in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, U.S.

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.

Oshkosh in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Oshkosh?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Oshkosh, with average highs around 26°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Oshkosh in January?

Average daytime highs are around 26°F, compared with 82°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 Oshkosh in January?

Top picks for January: M4A3 Sherman Tank, M60A3 Patton Tank, EAA Aviation Museum, Eagle Hangar, Road America.