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Bardstown in July
Bardstown edges warmer than June, with highs of 86°F (30°C), lows of 68°F (20°C) and about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 66/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 68°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (122 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What July feels like
Days are warm, averaging 86°F (30°C).
After dark, temperatures fall to about 68°F (20°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (122 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- Comfort slips from 73/100 in June to 66/100.
- July sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bardstown in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Maker's Mark Distillery
Distillery campus with red-wax dipping and Chihuly glass ceiling.
Willett Distillery
Family distillery with a pot still shaped like its bottle and hilltop grounds.
My Old Kentucky Home State Park
Federal Hill mansion linked to Stephen Foster's state song.
Why now July scores 66/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Bardstown Welcome Center
Court Square visitor center with bourbon trail maps, distillery tour advice and local event info.
Old Talbott Tavern
Stone tavern dating to 1779, serving Kentucky plates and bourbon.
Nearby in July
- Louisville in July~35 mi · highs 86°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in July~55 mi · highs 85°F, 5.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in July~103 mi · highs 87°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Nashville in July~135 mi · highs 89°F, 4.9 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Bardstown?
It's middling, scoring 66/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 86. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain. July is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
How hot is Bardstown in July?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 68°F (20°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bardstown in July?
Yes: about 4.8 in (122 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.4 in (1305 mm).
What should I pack for Bardstown in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Bardstown
Routes in season in July
- Kentucky Bourbon Country Apr – Oct
Planning Bardstown in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.