Indiana Dunes National Park in January
In January, Indiana Dunes National Park averages a high of 32°F and a low of 18°F, with 2.2 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 16.0 inches of snowfall. About 73,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 28 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 32° / 18°F
- Precipitation
- 2.2in
- Snow
- 16.0in
- Daylight
- 9h 28m
- Visitors
- 73,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (moderate).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Indiana Dunes Nl, IN, 3.4 miles from the park's center, 680 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore | 29° / 18° | Few or no visits | Cold |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 40° / 24° | Quiet | Cool |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 33° / 18° | Quiet | Cold |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 48° / 29° | Quiet | Cool |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 45° / 20° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Indiana Dunes National Park on nps.gov
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