Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Bardstown in September
Bardstown cools off: highs slip to 81°F (27°C), from 87°F in August, with lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 68%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 14 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 59°F (15°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 3.8 in (96 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is one of Bardstown's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 68°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: September & October.
- Comfort improves from 74/100 in August to 86/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 59°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bardstown in September
September 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 September scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Old Talbott Tavern
Stone tavern dating to 1779, serving Kentucky plates and bourbon.
Bardstown Welcome Center
Court Square visitor center with bourbon trail maps, distillery tour advice and local event info.
Nearby in September
- Louisville in September~35 mi · highs 82°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lexington in September~55 mi · highs 80°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in September~103 mi · highs 82°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Nashville in September~135 mi · highs 84°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (3°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Bardstown?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
How hot is Bardstown in September?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bardstown in September?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.4 in (1305 mm).
What should I pack for Bardstown in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 59°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Bardstown
Routes in season in September
- Kentucky Bourbon Country Apr – Oct
Planning Bardstown in September?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.