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Dover Weather in January

January in Dover averages 6°C (43°F) during the day and -3°C (27°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 83 mm (3.3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Dover in January

Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow/rain, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in) in total. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Dover in January

January in Dover brings low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights around -3°C (27°F). The winter season takes place during January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop below freezing to -3°C (27°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Dover.

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Dover Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in January →

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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 January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Dover in January. 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 January

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

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

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