Dover in August
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
21°CAvg low
10Rainy days (109 mm)
13:32 hDaylight
06:20Sunrise · 19:52 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.6 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | -1°C | 79 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.1 |
| February | 8°C | 0°C | 76 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 12°C | 3°C | 103 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 18°C | 9°C | 85 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 23°C | 14°C | 86 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 27°C | 19°C | 93 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| July | 30°C | 22°C | 94 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| August | 29°C | 21°C | 109 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| September | 25°C | 18°C | 103 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 20°C | 12°C | 95 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| November | 14°C | 6°C | 74 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 9°C | 2°C | 94 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dover in August?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 21°C.
When is the best time to visit Dover?
The best months are September, June, May, August.