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Lexington in August
Lexington's warmest month brings highs averaging 86°F (30°C), lows of 65°F (19°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
It scores 76/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 76/100 · Great
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 86°F (30°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 65°F (19°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (88 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (September & October).
- Comfort improves from 67/100 in July to 76/100.
- August sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Kentucky Bourbon Country route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes86°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Lexington in August
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Old Friends Equine
Retirement farm for Thoroughbreds, including famous racehorses; guided tours.
Woodford Reserve Distillery
Stone distillery among horse farms with copper pot stills.
Wallace Station Deli & Bakery
Country store deli on Old Frankfort Pike among horse farms.
James E. Pepper Distillery
Revived distillery in the Distillery District with tours and a bar.
Keeneland
Historic racetrack; watch morning workouts and eat at the Track Kitchen.
Nearby in August
- Bardstown in August~55 mi · highs 87°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Louisville in August~70 mi · highs 87°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Downtown Cincinnati in August~73 mi · highs 88°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in August~147 mi · highs 89°F, 3.7 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.
Lexington in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Lexington?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 76/100 against a best of 88 in September & October. Expect highs of 86°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 Lexington in August?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 65°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lexington in August?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.5 in (1231 mm).
What should I pack for Lexington in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (86°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Lexington
Routes in season in August
- Kentucky Bourbon Country Apr – Oct
Planning Lexington in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.