The weather in August in Dover
It's pleasantly warm in August in Dover with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Dover. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Dover, England. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2020, Dover reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 21°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Dover is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Dover
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Dover. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
Dover | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 21°C | 30°C |
Max. temperature | 22°C | 31°C |
Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 56 mm | 79 mm |
Rainy days | 9 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Dover with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 15°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 21°C, with nights around 16°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Dover is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Dover, England. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Dover
Temperature in August in Dover over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Dover, England. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Dover
Total precipitation in August in Dover over the years
Daily UV index in August in Dover
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Dover, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Dover by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dover. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.