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Dover Climate by Month

The temperature in Dover can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Dover can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 5°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Dover experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 866 mm yearly. Dover offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between November (99 mm) and April (51 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Dover serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.7 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Leeds-Kent, the United Kingdom (50 KM, 31 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Dover 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Dover?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Dover?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Dover?
    November tops the wettest month list with 99 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Dover?
    April is the driest month with 51 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Dover?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 205 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Dover

    Fri   Dec 13
    6°C | 1°C
    SE 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    6°C | 1°C
    W 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    10°C | 2°C
    W 25 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain