Late summer · Weather & things to do
Bardstown in August
Bardstown's warmest month brings highs averaging 87°F (30°C), lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 87°F (30°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Lows average 67°F (19°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (88 mm).
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Comfort improves from 66/100 in July to 74/100.
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bardstown in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Modern distillery with a restaurant and big bourbon list.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience
Visitor center for Heaven Hill (Elijah Craig, Evan Williams) with tours and tastings.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Jim Beam American Stillhouse
Jim Beam's Clermont distillery with tours and tastings.
Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History
Free museum of whiskey artifacts, Prohibition and moonshine stills.
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
Federal Hill mansion linked to Stephen Foster's state song.
Why now August scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in August
- Louisville in August~35 mi · highs 87°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in August~55 mi · highs 86°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in August~103 mi · highs 88°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Nashville in August~135 mi · highs 90°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bardstown in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Bardstown?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 86 in September & October. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain. August is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
How hot is Bardstown in August?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bardstown in August?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.4 in (1305 mm).
What should I pack for Bardstown in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Bardstown
Routes in season in August
- Kentucky Bourbon Country Apr – Oct
Planning Bardstown in August?
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