Dover in May
6.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
10Rainy days (50 mm)
15:20 hDaylight
05:11Sunrise · 20:31 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°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 May varies a lot between years (±3.8 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 May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Dover?
The best months are August, July, September, June.