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Hiking boots for Bakersfield in January
Verdict
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Hiking boots depend on your itinerary, not the weather — pack them if you're on trails.
Why
Bakersfield in January averages highs of 57°F, lows of 39°F, 4 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.