Dover (DE) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Dover can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Dover. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 6°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -3°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Dover has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1220 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Dover experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 143 mm in October, the wettest month, and 70 mm in February, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
almost clear and no rain clear and no rain partly cloudy and no rainForecast for Dover (DE)
9 m/s
6 m/s
3 m/s
The best time of year to visit Dover in the United States of America
During the months of May and October 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 143 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.
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