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Ashland 5K

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Ashland, VA, USA · August 29, 2026·
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Ashland 5K race day weather

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Warm start, high humidity

A warm 70°F start means heat management is critical — consider dialing back your goal pace by 10-20 sec/mi. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. High humidity (91%) will make it harder to cool down through sweat — increase fluid intake accordingly.

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About the Ashland 5K

The Ashland 5K covers 3.1 miles through the neighborhoods around downtown Ashland, Virginia, and the Randolph-Macon College campus. It runs on the Saturday of race weekend alongside the half marathon, in the same small railroad town. The shorter distance suits first-time racers, walkers and families who want the Ashland course atmosphere without the half marathon's rolling hills and long stretches of open farm road.

Race weekend

Saturday, August 29
7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
7:35 AM5K (3.1 mi)

Ashland 5K FAQ

When is the 2026 Ashland 5K?

The 2026 Ashland 5K will be held on Saturday August 29, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Ashland 5K?

The time limit for the Ashland 5K is 1.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Ashland 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 82°F and a low of 69°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

What is the weather usually like for the Ashland 5K?

Over the 10 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2017 to 2026), it averaged 67°F at the start and 70°F by a typical finish. It has not rained during race hours in any of those years.

What was the hottest Ashland 5K?

Of the 10 years on record, 2023 was the warmest, reaching 79°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2018, at 57°F.

What was the windiest Ashland 5K?

Of the 10 years on record, 2020 was the windiest, with wind averaging 9 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2025, at 0 mph.

Ashland 5K weather history

Based on 10 years of data
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L:67° H:70°
RunScore
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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
clear-day
69°/70°-
4
2025
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61°/64°-
6
2024
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58°/63°-
6
2023
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76°/79°-
3
2022
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70°/74°-
3
2021
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72°/76°-
3
2020
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79°/79°-
2
2019
cloudy
65°/66°-
5
2018
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57°/61°-
6
2017
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61°/63°-
6