Will I be cold?
Will I be cold in Bakersfield in August?
Verdict
No — No, comfortable.
Lows stay near 72°F — you won't be reaching for the puffer.
Day vs. night
Day
102°F
Sweltering
Plan indoor hours around the peak of the day.
Night
72°F
Comfortable
Comfortable outside without an extra layer.
Why
Bakersfield in August averages highs of 102°F, lows of 72°F, 0 rainy days.
You can pack for the daytime temps and not worry about the evening dip.
The day-to-night temperature swing is 30°F, which is the real story here — the average number hides how different midday and midnight feel.
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