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Galena weather in December (Illinois, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Galena this December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Galena typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 1°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -8°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Galena in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 107 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Galena. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Galena climate page with graphs.

 

Galena, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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