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England · Ships call at Dover, England
Mild, some showers
Dover in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 68°F and comfortable lows near 58°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Mild, some showers.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Dover, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Baltic Capitals & Solar Eclipse
HAL Cruises
Sails Jun 25, 2027
Baltic Capitals & Solar Eclipse
HAL Cruises
Sails Jun 26, 2027
Northern & Baltic Legends London to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jul 5, 2027
Scandinavia & The British Isles
Viking Cruises
Sails Jul 6, 2027
The British Isles & The Baltic Featuring Denmark
Silversea Cruises
Sails Jul 9, 2027
Ships dock at the Western Docks, which have two cruise terminals; Terminal 1 is in the old Dover Marine railway station. Dover town center is a 20 to 30 minute walk, and Dover Priory station is about 5 minutes by taxi. Gatwick is about 80 miles away and Heathrow about 104.
The average high temperature in Dover during August is 68°F, with a low of 58°F.
Dover typically sees 3 days of rain in August. Mild, some showers.
For a August cruise to Dover, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.