Dover weather in October (Kent, United Kingdom)
How does the weather in Dover usually fare in October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for October in Dover includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 11°C.
Precipitation
Dover in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 115 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dover climate page with graphs.
Dover, monthly averages in October
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
96 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
115 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Where to go in the United Kingdom in October
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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