Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Holland in January
This is the coldest month in Holland: highs average 31°F (0°C) and lows 23°F (-5°C), with about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 39/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 31°F (0°C)
- Avg low
- 23°F (-5°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.5 in (64 mm)
- Humidity
- 87%
- Cloud cover
- 85%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 39/100 · Tough
What January feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 31°F (0°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 23°F (-5°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 85%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 12 mph (5.5 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 11 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Snow becomes likely from January, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort holds steady from December (39 → 39/100).
- Our Michigan Lake Shore route recommends Jun – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 23°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.5 in of rain or snow
- Windproof shellaverage wind 12 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Holland in January
With highs near 31°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Holland Museum
Downtown museum on the town's Dutch settlers and immigrant history.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 31°F.
New Holland Brewing Pub on 8th
Downtown brewpub of the brewery behind Dragon's Milk stout.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 31°F.
Captain Sundae
Long-running ice cream stand with oversized sundaes.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Mount Pisgah Dune Boardwalk
Stairway and boardwalk up a dune for views over Lake Macatawa and Big Red.
Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant
Lake Macatawa restaurant with a big patio, lake perch and lobster rolls.
Nearby in January
- Indiana Dunes in January~92 mi · highs 32°F, 2.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Milwaukee in January~93 mi · highs 28°F, 1.6 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Chicago in January~100 mi · highs 32°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Frankenmuth in January~125 mi · highs 28°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Holland in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Holland?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 39/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 31°F (0°C) and 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow. Our Michigan Lake Shore route recommends Jun – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Holland in January?
Average highs are 31°F (0°C) and average lows 23°F (-5°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Holland in January?
Some: about 2.5 in (64 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 38.5 in (978 mm).
What should I pack for Holland in January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 23°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.5 in of rain or snow), windproof shell (average wind 12 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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