Tie up your shoes to explore and experience the greatest adventure of all time in the United States of America. This country has a lot to offer to its natives and visitors. If you added this wonderful country to your bucket list then try to visit in the month of January.
In this month, you can experience the best and most pleasant weather. Apart from that, you can enjoy your new year with all the beautiful places with less crowd. Wondering why? Well, it is because most of the population is unaware of the aestheticism of this country during the starting month of the year.
In January, you can explore from hiking and camping to a relaxing beach session, from historic culture to nightlife culture. This country will surely never cease to surprise.
There are many Best Places to Visit in the USA in January. But technically, it is not possible to visit every single destination in one single month. It will take you approx a few years to complete the vast range of the places. But no worries.
I have researched and made a comprehensive guide for you with some of the best places in the USA that offer various adventures such as theme parks, historical places, lesser crowds, and many more. So, without stretching much, let’s dive into the article to expand our knowledge about some amazing places.
Best Places to Visit in January, USA
Below are some of the best places where you can celebrate New York without many crowds. The bifurcation of the places is done by keeping some common preferences in mind.
Sunny Destinations:
If you are someone who loves the sun, beach, and warm places then visit the below-mentioned states.
A. Florida
Florida offers great and pleasant weather throughout the year but in the month of January, you can find fewer tourists. Some of the places in Florida have a warm environment where you can enjoy beaches and winds.
Two major cities where you can enjoy the sunny environment are;
Miami-
If you are looking for mild warm weather then Miami will be the best option. Here you can get pristine beaches and amazing diving sites.
Some of the great beaches that you can explore here are:
- South Beach
- North Beach Oceanside Park
- Surfside
- Historic Virginia Key Beach Park
- Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park Beach
Tampa:
In the month of January, the tickets to visit historic museums, aquariums, and zoo parks are cheaper than the rest of the months. During this time, you can experience a mild warm, and pleasant climate with soothing winds.
There are some places in Tampa that can be explored:
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- The Florida Aquarium
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- Glazer Children's Museum
- Museum of Science & Industry
- Tampa Bay History Center
B. Hawaii
The next state is Hawaii where you can get extensively calming warm weather, a laid-back lifestyle, and delicious food. On Hawaii beaches, you can swim very comfortably because the water will not be very cold or hot. It will be moderately warm.
Oahu:
Oahu is a perfect place for a delightful warm winter vacation. The average temperature in this place is approx 80°F. But Oahu’s ocean will help you to cool off. During this month, you will get affordable accommodation facilities.
Places you should not miss in Oahu:
- Polynesian Cultural Center
- Kualoa Ranch
- Battleship Missouri Memorial
- Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- Hanauma Bay
Maui:
Maui is a perfect blend of sunny days and warm water with cold weather. The most popular activities that you can do in the first month of the year are seeing whales and big wave surfers.
Places to visit in Maui are:
- Waiʻānapanapa State Park
- Ho'okipa Beach Park
- Maui Ocean Center (The Aquarium of Hawaii)
- Kula Botanical Gardens
- Maui Pineapple Tour
Winter Destinations
Some of the states that are perfect for a winter vacation are;
A. Colorado-
If you are planning to make a trip to a very snowy place then add Colorado to your bucket list. This small town is often overlooked for ski and snowboarding destinations which leads to a low crowded place to spend the new year.
Some of the greatest activities that you can do here are;
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Ice fishing
- Backcountry Hut Trips
- Snow Biking
C. New York-
New York is the most visited place in the USA by tourists in the month of December to celebrate Christmas and New Year's Eve. This clearly signifies that in the month of January, this city experiences fewer tourists than the whole month.
If you visit New York with Delta Airlines in the month of January then you can get cheaper accommodation and a lower flight ticket which can help to lessen your travel expenses.
Some outdoor activities in which you can participate are listed below:
- Ice-skating
- Ice-Hockey
- Tobogganing
- See New York City Sparkle
- Disney on Broadway Tour
Urban Destinations
To visit some of the best cities that offer some technological, architectural, cultural, social, and natural experiences and products for business, you make take a look below;
San Francisco, California:
The weather in San Francisco in January is cool accompanied by some moderate rain. For approx 16 days, it will be sunny or at least partly sunny and for the other 15 days, it will be a bit cloudy.
Visiting this city can be fun and interesting as you can witness some generous events, shows, concerts, and Golden State Warriors games.
Some of the most demanding activities that you can do are:
- Visit San Francisco Tape Music Festival
- See the San Francisco Bay Lights
- Enjoy Night clubs
- Go on a night bus tour
- Watch Classical concerts by candlelight
Mexico City, Mexico-
Visit Mexico and explore some fascinating ancient ruins and amusing beaches. During the month of January, you will not see any signs of rain which means you can enjoy your tour seamlessly. Throughout this month, the weather temperature will be between 75°F to 85°F.
A list of a few places where you can visit in this city are:
- Museo Nacional de Antropología
- Palacio de Bellas Artes
- Frida Kahlo Museum
- Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
- Monument to the Revolution
Family-Friendly Destinations-
If you are planning a big tour with your family and friends then you must take a look at my heavily researched two major cities mentioned below;
A. Orlando, Florida
If you are on a family trip then you must visit Orlando to explore world-class top theme parks. One of the biggest perks of visiting this city in the month of January is that you will get a minimal crowd. That means quite cheaper rates of rides, stays, and other expenditures.
Some of the famous land and water theme parks where you can enjoy with your family and friends are:
- Walt Disney World
- Universal's Islands of Adventure
- Magic Kingdom Park
- Universal's Volcano Bay
- Nona Adventure Park
B. Washington, D.C.
January is the best time to proceed with your long-awaited trip to Washington. During this time, the climate temperature stays between 25°F to 43°F.
At this time, you would not have to wait in a long queue to view its various museums and monuments. To explore some great things try to make your trip around Martin Luther King Day.
Some of the greatest museums that you can visit are:
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
- Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
- Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
- International Spy Museum
National Parks
If you are mainly planning a tour to some famous national parks of the USA then you can take a look at the below-given section:
A. Death Valley National Park:
Death Valley National Park is one of the hottest, driest, and lowest parks in Central California. In the month of January, the weather temperature of this park stays between 67°F to 43°F.
You can explore many things in this park such as abundant wildlife, undulating sand dunes, and a luminous sky abound.
In this park, you can also take your pet along only on roadways. Here you can get various campgrounds.
B. Virgin Islands National Park:
The Virgin Islands National Park is very popularly known for its Virgin Islands National Park. Here you can explore marine life. The climate temperature of this park is between 84°F to 74°F.
C. Saguaro National Park:
If you visit Saguaro National Park then you will get to see the largest cacti species captivated there. Here you can explore camping, backpacking, and hiking. The highest climate temperature of Saguaro National Park is 66°F and the lowest is 40°F.
Final Thought
Hopefully, this article was helpful for you to decide the best place as per your preference. If you liked this article then do share it with your family and friends. Happy Journey.
