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Lexington, KY Weather on August 27
August 27th in Lexington, KY typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 86°F and lows near 66°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 27th was in 1993 (83°F average), while the coldest was 2025 (62°F) — a 21°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 31% of August 27th dates historically, with the wettest August 27th recording 1.82" of rain. The last decade has been 1.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 27
Planning for August 27th in Lexington, KY? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 27 Weather Records for Lexington
- •The all-time record high for August 27th in Lexington, KY is 95°F, set in 2024.
- •The coldest August 27th on record dropped to 46°F in 2025.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 27th in 14 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), August 27th was 6°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 27 ever in Lexington?
The warmest August 27 in Lexington, KY reached 95°F in 2024. That is 9°F above the long-term average high of 86°F.
What was the coldest August 27 ever in Lexington?
The coldest August 27 in Lexington, KY dropped to 46°F in 2025. That is 20°F below the long-term average low of 66°F.
What is the average temperature on August 27 in Lexington?
On August 27, Lexington averages a high of 86°F and a low of 66°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LEXINGTON BLUEGRASS AP.
How many years of weather data are available for August 27 in Lexington?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 27 in Lexington, KY, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 27 Weather History in Lexington
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 78°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 95°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 89°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 86°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 84°F | 70°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2018 | 90°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 84°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 93°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 79°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 92°F | 68°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2013 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 90°F | 68°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2011 | 85°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 85°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 71°F | 66°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2007 | 90°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 88°F | 74°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2005 | 83°F | 71°F | 0.42" | -- |
| 2004 | 87°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 91°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 83°F | 65°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 2001 | 79°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 79°F | 65°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1999 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 88°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 86°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 81°F | 63°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1995 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 88°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 94°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 85°F | 67°F | 0.63" | -- |
| 1991 | 83°F | 69°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 1990 | 91°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 91°F | 69°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 1986 | 77°F | 60°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1985 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 88°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 95°F | 70°F | 0.5" | -- |
| 1982 | 77°F | 66°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1981 | 86°F | 67°F | 0.45" | -- |
| 1980 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 82°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 88°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 81°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 85°F | 68°F | 1.82" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 74°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LEXINGTON BLUEGRASS AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Lexington, KY, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.