WinterOff season ~29°F highs

Things to do in Sheridan in January

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sheridan, with average highs around 29°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.

Old Faithful

geyser in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, United States

Grand Prismatic Spring

natural hot spring within Yellowstone National Park

3Indoor escape

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.

Sheridan in January: quick answers

Is January a good time to visit Sheridan?

January is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Sheridan, with average highs around 29°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Sheridan in January?

Average daytime highs are around 29°F, compared with 83°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 Sheridan in January?

Top picks for January: Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Wyoming Dinosaur Center, Morning Glory Pool.