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Bakersfield, CA Weather on August 26
August 26th in Bakersfield, CA typically brings hot summer weather, with average highs around 95°F and lows near 68°F — a 27°F daily swing. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 2010 (92°F average), while the coldest was 1990 (70°F) — a 22°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 2% of August 26th dates historically. The last decade has been 3.7°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Bakersfield, CA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 26 Weather Records for Bakersfield
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Bakersfield, CA is 107°F, set in 2010.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 57°F in 1990.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 46 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Bakersfield?
The warmest August 26 in Bakersfield, CA reached 107°F in 2010. That is 12°F above the long-term average high of 95°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Bakersfield?
The coldest August 26 in Bakersfield, CA dropped to 57°F in 1990. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 68°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Bakersfield?
On August 26, Bakersfield averages a high of 95°F and a low of 68°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from BAKERSFIELD 5 NW.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Bakersfield?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Bakersfield, CA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Bakersfield
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 102°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 97°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 102°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 95°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 99°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 99°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 94°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 99°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 97°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 98°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 93°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 95°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 96°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 97°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 107°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 95°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 96°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 96°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 97°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 99°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 98°F | 68°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2002 | 90°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 94°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 96°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 103°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 93°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 89°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 91°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 94°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 97°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 100°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 97°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 91°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 93°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 105°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 98°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 99°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 98°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 93°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 88°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 95°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 96°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 98°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 89°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 88°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 98°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 100°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 99°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 98°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: BAKERSFIELD 5 NW
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Bakersfield, CA, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.