Dorchester Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Dorchester can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Dorchester. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a chilly 10°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 4°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Dorchester has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 862 mm of rainfall annually. Precipitation levels in Dorchester remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 90 mm over 16 days. In March, this drops slightly to 58 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Dorchester serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Dorchester in the United Kingdom
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 90 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 58 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 225 hours of sunshine.
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