The best times to visit Galva for ideal weather are

April 30th to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Galva Travel Info

Weather in Galva

Temperature

Average temperatures in Galva vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 48th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Galva, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 87°F (30.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.5°F (18.6°C) at night.

Galva Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Galva Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Galva Perceived Temperature (F)

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Galva Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Galva Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 32.6 23 14.9
Feb 33.8 24.2 16
Mar 52.3 40.6 31.7
Apr 64.5 51.8 41
May 75.5 63.4 52.6
Jun 83.2 72.1 62
Jul 86 74.8 64.4
Aug 84.7 73 62.5
Sep 78.4 65.4 54.1
Oct 65.9 53.4 42.9
Nov 52 40.9 31.8
Dec 37.7 29.7 22.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 0.3 -5 -9.5
Feb 1 -4.3 -8.9
Mar 11.3 4.8 -0.2
Apr 18.1 11 5
May 24.2 17.4 11.4
Jun 28.4 22.3 16.7
Jul 30 23.8 18
Aug 29.3 22.8 16.9
Sep 25.8 18.6 12.3
Oct 18.8 11.9 6.1
Nov 11.1 4.9 -0.1
Dec 3.2 -1.3 -5.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Galva are March, January, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late February and early March. For example, on the week of February 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Galva? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Galva.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Galva (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.8
Feb 6% 0 0.9
Mar 4% 0 0.4
Apr 9% 0 2
May 15% 0 2.8
Jun 16% 0 2.7
Jul 6% 0 1.4
Aug 6% 0 1
Sep 5% 0 1.5
Oct 11% 0 1.4
Nov 7% 0 0.9
Dec 10% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 2
Feb 6 0 2.3
Mar 4 0 1
Apr 9 0 5.1
May 15 0 7.1
Jun 16 0 6.9
Jul 6 0 3.6
Aug 6 0 2.5
Sep 5 0 3.8
Oct 11 0 3.6
Nov 7 0 2.3
Dec 10 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Galva has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.7%).

Wind in Galva is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by February and January. April’s average wind speed of around 8.6 knots (9.9 MPH or 15.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Galva.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Feb 8.1 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Mar 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Apr 8.6 Gentle breeze 17 Strong breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jul 4.5 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Aug 4.2 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Oct 6.5 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Nov 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Dec 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 69.7%
Feb 68%
Mar 61.2%
Apr 54.4%
May 56%
Jun 63.7%
Jul 64.2%
Aug 66.3%
Sep 63.3%
Oct 59.8%
Nov 63%
Dec 75.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Galva?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Galva, IL, US is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Galva in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.7 in November means 38.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Galva Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 80.3°F (26.8°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 2 to 5 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Galva, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 81.2°F (27.3°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Galva to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 38°F (3.3°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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