Beat the Blerch

Carnation, WA, USA · September 12, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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55°at start
69° high
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Dry

Cool start, warming trend

Runners will face a temperature increase from 51°F at the start to a peak of 69°F. With wind coming from the WSW at 5 mph and humidity at 64%, hydration will be crucial. To maintain performance, runners should adjust their pace as temperatures rise and consider cooling strategies.

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Race Info

Beat The Blerch is a 5k, 10K, half, and full marathon created by The Oatmeal. It was inspired by a character called The Blerch, who came from this webcomic about running. The race takes place just outside of Seattle in Carnation, Washington. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Beat the Blerch?

The 2026 Beat the Blerch will be held on Saturday September 12, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Beat the Blerch?

The time limit for the Beat the Blerch is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Beat the Blerch?

The forecast calls for a high of 70°F and a low of 50°F with a 7% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data
Avg Temp
74°F
L:59° H:74°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
22%
2 of 9 yrs
Wind8mph
Dew54°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
60°/71°Light
8
2024
clear-day
65°/76°-
8
2023
clear-day
56°/77°-
8
2022
clear-day
62°/88°-
7
2018
partly-cloudy-day
54°/64°-
9
2017
partly-cloudy-day
54°/71°-
8
2016
rain
58°/65°Light
7
2015
clear-day
61°/78°-
8
2014
cloudy
59°/73°-
8