Galena weather in January (Illinois, United States of America)
Is Galena a good destination in January, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Galena includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. Winter occurs in January. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near -2°C, cooling down at night to around -12°C. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.
Precipitation
Galena in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see snowfall.Average sunshine
With about 133 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Galena. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Galena climate page with graphs.
Galena, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-2°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
27 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
133 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in the United States of America in January
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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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Galena should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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