December experiences similar weather conditions to January, with cold and wet weather, and strong winds. It is not an ideal time for beach activities, as the sea is too cold for swimming, snorkeling, or diving. However, the strong winds make it a suitable month for experienced windsurfers and kitesurfers who enjoy challenging conditions. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
December is the quietest month at Dover beach, with cold weather and very few visitors. Christmas and New Year's holidays might bring some families to the beach for a walk, but overall, the beach is not crowded at all.
The average maximum temperature in Dover in December is 8°. The average maximum temperature is 11° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average temperature in Dover in December is 6°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 6° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Dover in December is 4°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 4° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Dover in December are 7.9 and there are 1.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during December making it not a particularly sunny month.
The ultraviolet index in Dover in December is typically 0.6 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Dover in December is 9.8° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
The average maximum wind speed in Dover in December is typically 34kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 34kmh in the previous month and 35kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Dover in December is typically 24kmh. The average wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Dover in December is from the West.
