The climate in Dover during October can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
October is in the fall / autumn in Dover and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 7°C (44°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 21.9°C 71.4°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 6.7°C 44.1°F |
| Average temperature | 14.3°C 57.7°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.7 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 83 mm 3.3 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 19.5°C 67.1°F |
| Humidity | 68% |
| Windspeed | 12.2kph 8 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Dover with around 83mm 3.3 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Dover in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 31.4°C 88.5°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 83mm 3.3ins |
| Sunniest month: | August | 9.8hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 6.3°C 43.3°F |
| Wettest month: | March | 138mm 5.4ins |