Dover in August
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
10Rainy days (59 mm)
14:22 hDaylight
05:48Sunrise · 20:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.7 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 | 7°C | 4°C | 58 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.1 |
| February | 7°C | 4°C | 47 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.4 |
| March | 9°C | 5°C | 41 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.8 |
| April | 12°C | 7°C | 42 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 15°C | 10°C | 50 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 18°C | 12°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| July | 20°C | 15°C | 53 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 21°C | 15°C | 59 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| September | 18°C | 13°C | 50 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 15°C | 10°C | 67 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 11°C | 7°C | 67 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.7 |
| December | 8°C | 5°C | 66 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dover in August?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Dover?
The best months are August, July, September, June.