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Hiking boots for Bakersfield in August
Verdict
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Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.
Why
Bakersfield in August averages highs of 102°F, lows of 72°F, 0 rainy days.
That climate makes hiking boots a judgment call. Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.