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Dover Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F), December in Dover brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 123 mm (4.8 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Dover in December

Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 123 mm (4.8 in) in total. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Dover in December

Dover in December gets highs of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. December is a notable month of the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

December in Dover has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Dover Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 123 mm (4.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Dover in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Dover in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Dover in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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