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Bakersfield, CA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Bakersfield, CA?
Bakersfield, CA gets 6.7 in of precipitation a year over about 32 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 98°F) and January the coldest (average low 38°F).
Desert climate
Bakersfield, CA has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 59°F in January to 98°F in July. February is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 39° | 61° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 50° | 76° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 67° | 96° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 54° | 80° |
How much rain does Bakersfield get?
Bakersfield gets 6.7 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 32 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 92% of the US.
February is the wettest month, with 1.3 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in. January has the most rainy days, about 6.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 140 days, to September 22, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Bakersfield got 7.6 in of rain, against a normal of 6.7 in for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 2.4 in.
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Bakersfield weather by month
Bakersfield weather in January
In January, Bakersfield averages a high of 59°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 79°F (2009) and the record low is 21°F (1999).
Bakersfield weather in February
In February, Bakersfield averages a high of 64°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 1.3 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 86°F (2022) and the record low is 25°F (2002).
Bakersfield weather in March
In March, Bakersfield averages a high of 70°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 1.2 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 94°F (2026) and the record low is 31°F (1999). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bakersfield weather in April
In April, Bakersfield averages a high of 75°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 0.6 in of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 98°F (2022) and the record low is 30°F (1999). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bakersfield weather in May
In May, Bakersfield averages a high of 84°F and a low of 56°F. It gets 0.3 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 82% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 104°F (2009) and the record low is 39°F (2003).
Bakersfield weather in June
In June, Bakersfield averages a high of 92°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 85% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 110°F (2021) and the record low is 46°F (1999).
Bakersfield weather in July
In July, Bakersfield averages a high of 98°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 90% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 112°F (2024) and the record low is 52°F (1999).
Bakersfield weather in August
In August, Bakersfield averages a high of 97°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 0.0 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 91% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 110°F (2026) and the record low is 55°F (1999).
Bakersfield weather in September
In September, Bakersfield averages a high of 91°F and a low of 63°F. It gets 0.1 in of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 91% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 108°F (2017) and the record low is 35°F (2007).
Bakersfield weather in October
In October, Bakersfield averages a high of 80°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 0.2 in of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 81% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 101°F (2024) and the record low is 40°F (2009).
Bakersfield weather in November
In November, Bakersfield averages a high of 68°F and a low of 44°F. It gets 0.5 in of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 92°F (2010) and the record low is 26°F (2004). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bakersfield weather in December
In December, Bakersfield averages a high of 59°F and a low of 38°F. It gets 1.0 in of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 80°F (2023) and the record low is 24°F (2004).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bakersfield
August is the sunniest month in Bakersfield, with estimated sunshine of 91% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 46%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 72% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Bakersfield is sunnier than 99% of the US.
Humidity peaks in December at 66% and is lowest in May at 38%.
Bakersfield has about 99 days a year above 90°F. Bakersfield is hotter than 92% of the US.
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First and last freeze in Bakersfield
The first fall freeze in Bakersfield typically comes around December 5, and the last spring freeze around February 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 297 days.
Bakersfield weather records
These records cover BAKERSFIELD 5 NW during 1999–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Bakersfield station is 112°F, on July 8, 2024. The coldest is 21°F, on January 12, 1999.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 1.5 in of precipitation, on February 25, 2023.
The best time to visit Bakersfield
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 61°F and lows near 39°F.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 76°F and lows near 50°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 96°F and lows near 67°F.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 54°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38° | 59° | 1.3 in | 6 | 65% | 48% | 79° | 21° |
| February | 40° | 64° | 1.3 in | 5 | 56% | 61% | 86° | 25° |
| March | 45° | 70° | 1.2 in | 5 | 53% | 50% | 94° | 31° |
| April | 49° | 75° | 0.62 in | 4 | 48% | 71% | 98° | 30° |
| May | 56° | 84° | 0.32 in | 2 | 38% | 82% | 104° | 39° |
| June | 64° | 92° | 0.01 in | 0 | 40% | 85% | 110° | 46° |
| July | 70° | 98° | 0.02 in | 0 | 38% | 90% | 112° | 52° |
| August | 68° | 97° | 0.00 in | 0 | 43% | 91% | 110° | 55° |
| September | 63° | 91° | 0.11 in | 0 | 47% | 91% | 108° | 35° |
| October | 54° | 80° | 0.22 in | 2 | 52% | 81% | 101° | 40° |
| November | 44° | 68° | 0.53 in | 3 | 59% | 65% | 92° | 26° |
| December | 38° | 59° | 1.0 in | 5 | 66% | 46% | 80° | 24° |
Station: BAKERSFIELD 5 NW, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1999–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Bakersfield climate questions
How much rain does Bakersfield get?
Bakersfield gets 6.7 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 32 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Bakersfield?
February is the wettest month in Bakersfield, with 1.3 in. August is the driest, with 0.0 in.
How many rainy days does Bakersfield have a year?
Bakersfield has about 32 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 6.
What is the hottest month in Bakersfield?
July is the warmest month in Bakersfield, with an average high of 98°F.
What is the coldest month in Bakersfield?
January is the coldest month in Bakersfield, with an average low of 38°F.
What is the record high temperature in Bakersfield?
Within the available 1999–2026 station history, the record high at the Bakersfield station is 112°F, set on July 8, 2024. The record low is 21°F, on January 12, 1999.
What is the sunniest month in Bakersfield?
August is the sunniest month in Bakersfield, with estimated sunshine of 91% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Bakersfield?
The first fall freeze in Bakersfield typically comes around December 5. The last spring freeze is around February 11.
What is the best time to visit Bakersfield?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and November, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.