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Galena

Illinois, USA

❄️
3°C (37°F)
Feels like -2°C (28°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs
3°C
(37°F)
Nighttime Lows
-5°C
(23°F)

Cold and snowy with a feels-like temperature of -2°C (28°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

Moderate (snow)

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

73% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

4-5 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

  • Holiday shopping
  • Historic tours
  • Wine tasting
  • Skiing
  • Night of Luminaria

Attractions

  • Main Street Galena
  • Ulysses S. Grant Home
  • Chestnut Mountain
  • Galena River
  • Long Hollow Tower

💰 Cost of Living

$2,200
estimated per month
SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

60
Mbps
Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Cold and snowy
Humidity 73%

✅ December Summary

December in Galena offers cold and snowy weather with temperatures ranging from -5°C (23°F) to 3°C (37°F). The humidity is around 73% and you can expect 4-5 hours daily. Popular activities include Holiday shopping, Historic tours, Wine tasting and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $2,200 per month and internet speeds average 60 Mbps.