The City of Golconda, IL
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The city of Golconda is located in the state of Illinois in Pope County and has a population of 638 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Golconda is Paducah, approximately 23 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Golconda, including Kentucky Fried Chicken, Diane's Diner, Domino's Pizza, Country Cookin and Cafe Bella Mia. For a larger selection of Golconda restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Golconda Museums and/or Golf Courses, including the Fort Massac, Museum of the American Quilter's Society, Paxton Park Golf Course, Gambit Golf Club and Hardin County Golf Club. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Golconda please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 2 airports are located in or near Golconda:
- Marion Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)
- Paducah Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)
Golconda, Illinois Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Golconda
In the month of December, Golconda experiences an average high temperature of 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 29 degrees with an average rainfall of 4.4 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Golconda with daytime temperatures averaging 88 degrees in the summer, and 47 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Golconda to receive an average of 3.72 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 3.54 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as 103 degrees in the summer and as low as -20 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Golconda should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 71 degrees, and nighttime lows of 47.
Golconda, Illinois Attractions
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Fort Massac - Metropolis, Fort Massac is a colonial-era fort on the Ohio River in Massac County, Illinois.
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Gambit Golf Club - Vienna, The Gambit Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Johnson County Illinois. Built in 1996, this Vienna course designed by Richard Osborne is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 618-658-6022. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: 1550 Route 146 E, Vienna, IL 62995
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Hardin County Golf Club - Cave In Rock, The Hardin County Golf Club is a 9 hole public golf course in Hardin County Illinois. Built in 1961, this Cave in Rock course is open apr 1 to nov 1. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 618-289-4587. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: Route 1, Cave In Rock, IL 62919
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Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park - , Gilbertsville, The Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park is an 18 hole resort golf course in Marshall County Kentucky. Built in 1952, this Gilbertsville course designed by Perry & Press Maxwell is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 182 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 270-362-8658. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: Hwy 641 S, Gilbertsville, KY 42044
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Midtown Golf Course - , Paducah, The Midtown Golf Course is a 9 hole public golf course in McCracken County Kentucky. Built in 1996, this Paducah course designed by City Personnel is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 270-444-9124. The golf course dress code is as follows: Shirt and shoes required.
Address: 1125 Jackson St, Paducah, KY 42003
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Museum of the American Quilter's Society - , Paducah, The National Quilt Museum, formerly the Museum of the American Quilter's Society, is located in Paducah, Kentucky. The museum houses a large collection of quilts, most of which are winning entries from the American Quilter's Society festival and quilt competition held yearly in April. The Museum also houses other exhibits of quilt collections, both historic and modern.
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Paxton Park Golf Course - , Paducah, The Paxton Park Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in McCracken County Kentucky. Built in 1937, this Paducah course is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 5 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 270-444-9514. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.
Address: 841 Berger Rd, Paducah, KY 42003
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Golconda, Illinois Hotels
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Golconda, Illinois Restaurants
This is a list of Golconda Family Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Fast Foods & Carry Out, Pizza Restaurants and Sandwich Shops. Happy Dining!
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