Mild 59°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Moderate winds around 15mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Moderate humidity at 71% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.

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About the Barossa 5km

The Barossa 5km starts and finishes on Magnolia Road at the Barossa Aquatic Centre in Tanunda, South Australia. The course is flat and surrounded by Barossa Valley vineyard scenery. It runs on the Sunday of the Barossa Marathon Festival and suits first-time runners as well as walkers and families.

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Sunday, August 23

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)8:20 AM10km (6.2 mi)

8:20 AM5km (3.1 mi)

Barossa 5km FAQ

When is the 2026 Barossa 5km?

The 2026 Barossa 5km will be held on Sunday August 23, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Barossa 5km?

The time limit for the Barossa 5km is 5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Barossa 5km?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 43°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 Barossa 5km?

Over the 5 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2022 to 2026), it averaged 51°F at the start and 56°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2023).

What was the hottest Barossa 5km?

Of the 5 years on record, 2026 was the warmest, reaching 59°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2024, at 47°F.

What was the windiest Barossa 5km?

Of the 5 years on record, 2023 was the windiest, with wind averaging 19 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2024, at 4 mph.

Barossa 5km weather history

Based on 5 years of data

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53°F

L:51° H:56°

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Wind9mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Barossa 5km Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	54°/59°	-	51°
2025 Barossa 5km Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	52°/57°	-	45°
2024 Barossa 5km Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	47°/58°	-	40°
2023 Barossa 5km Cloudy skies throughout the day with morning rain. 2023	52°/53°	Light	52°
2022 Barossa 5km Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2022	51°/52°	-	50°

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