The best time to visit Bakersfield
Month-by-month climate averages for Bakersfield, CA, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.
The most comfortable time to visit Bakersfield is usually January, March, April and November, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest February rain is behind you.
Bakersfield is warmest in July (highs near 104°F) and coldest in December (lows around 39°F), with roughly 8 inches of precipitation across the year and February the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is January, March, April and November.
These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Bakersfield forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.
Bakersfield weather by month
what to expect in Bakersfield through the year, 1991-2020 averagesHere is Bakersfield's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Bakersfield by season.