Dover weather in August (Kent, United Kingdom)
How does the weather in Dover usually fare in August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
The weather in Dover is usually perfect in August, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 16°C. On average, it is the month with the highest temperature of the year.
Precipitation
Dover in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 11 days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 196 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Dover. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dover climate page with graphs.
Dover, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
16°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
68 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
196 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in the United Kingdom in August
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Dover, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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