November weather forecast
Galena, IL

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Bright brown and golden trees near a calm river, bridge, and the colorful town of Galena, Illinois,

Weather in November

With November's arrival, winter starts to draw closer in Galena. The cold weather becomes more intense, a sharp contrast to the previous mildness of October. November sees an average maximum wind speed of 10.6mph (17.1km/h), signifying the windy nature of the month. Along with this, the daylight time shortens, making nights lengthy. The frigid climate paves the way for the forthcoming peak winter month.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks November in Galena, falling from October's moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During November, Galena records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in November is 77%.

Rainfall

In Galena, during November, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.1 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Galena, during November, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 17.52" (445mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 47min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.
Note: On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CST to CDT.

Sunshine

In Galena, the average sunshine in November is 5h.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during November morphs into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is November?

During November, Galena experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in November?

In November, the average relative humidity in Galena, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in November?

In November, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout November, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in November?

In Galena, in November, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November?

The average day length in November is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in November?

On the first day of November, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in November?

On Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CDT to CST. The next DST starts Sunday, March 9. 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Galena have in November?

In Galena, the average sunshine duration in November is 5h.

How high is the UV index in November?

In Galena, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in November
Galena, IL

Average temperature in November - Galena, IL
  • Average high temperature in November: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in November: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in November
Galena, IL

Average pressure in November - Galena, IL
  • Average pressure in November: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in November
Galena, IL

Average wind speed in November - Galena, IL
  • Average wind speed in November: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in November
Galena, IL

Average humidity in November - Galena, IL
  • Average humidity in November: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in November
Galena, IL

Average rainfall in November - Galena, IL
  • Average rainfall in November: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in November
Galena, IL

Average rainfall days in November - Galena, IL
  • Average rainfall days in November: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in November
Galena, IL

Average snowfall in November - Galena, IL
  • Average snowfall in November: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in November
Galena, IL

Average snowfall days in November - Galena, IL
  • Average snowfall days in November: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Galena, IL

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Galena, IL
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in November
Galena, IL

Average sunshine days in November - Galena, IL
  • Average sunshine days in November: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in November
Galena, IL

Average UV index in November - Galena, IL
  • Average UV index in November: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in November
Galena, IL

Average cloud cover in November - Galena, IL
  • Average cloud cover in November: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in November
Galena, IL

Average visibility in November - Galena, IL
  • Average visibility in November: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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