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Birkie Trail Run 5K

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71° high
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Comfortable temps, warming through the race, moderate wind

Mild 59°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temperatures rising to 71°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Moderate winds around 15mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course.

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Race Info

The Birkie Trail Run 5K mixes ski trails with singletrack sections on the American Birkebeiner trail system near Cable, Wisconsin, starting and finishing at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead. It is the shortest adult run distance offered that weekend, open to runners and walkers of all abilities.

Race weekend

Saturday, September 26
8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)9:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)9:45 AM10K (6.2 mi)10:00 AMNordic Trek (8.5 mi)
10:20 AM5K (3.1 mi)
12:00 PM1K Kids Dash (0.6 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Birkie Trail Run 5K?

The 2026 Birkie Trail Run 5K will be held on Saturday September 26, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Birkie Trail Run 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 71°F and a low of 48°F with a 11% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data
Avg Temp
62°F
L:61° H:63°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
2 of 4 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew54°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
62°/64°-
7
2024
clear-day
68°/74°-
4
2023
rain
63°/63°Light
5
2022
cloudy
51°/52°Light
10