Blue Bell Fun Run

Runners will face a temperature increase from 64°F at the start to 78°F by the finish, with high humidity at 72%. Winds will primarily be a mix of crosswinds and tailwinds, with a headwind from miles 9 to 13, making those segments particularly challenging. Adjusting pace early and staying hydrated will be crucial, especially as temperatures rise.

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The Blue Bell Fun Run is held each spring in Brenham, Texas, with a USATF-certified half marathon, 10K and 5K plus a Kids' Mile. The half marathon, added in 2018, has a limited field and starts at 7:00 AM. The 10K is known for its hills, and a new certified 10K course was introduced for 2026. Run For the Youth of Washington County organizes the race to fund youth programs in the county. Source

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Saturday, April 3

7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:30 AMKids' Mile (1.0 mi)

8:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

9:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)

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When is the 2027 Blue Bell Fun Run?

The 2027 Blue Bell Fun Run will be held on Saturday April 3, 2027.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Blue Bell Fun Run?

The forecast calls for a high of 79°F and a low of 60°F with a 6% chance of rain.

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Based on 22 years of data

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60°F

L:58° H:63°

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1 of 22 yrs

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Dew56°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

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Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Blue Bell Fun Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2026	62°/64°	-	61°
2025 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	50°/55°	-	51°
2024 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	54°/59°	-	54°
2023 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	50°/60°	-	47°
2022 Blue Bell Fun Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2022	58°/63°	-	56°
2021 Blue Bell Fun Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2021	61°/63°	-	51°
2019 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2019	67°/71°	-	69°
2018 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2018	54°/57°	-	43°
2017 Blue Bell Fun Run Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2017	57°/69°	-	57°
2016 Blue Bell Fun Run Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2016	59°/64°	-	54°
2015 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2015	63°/64°	-	63°
2014 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	67°/69°	-	65°
2013 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	51°/62°	-	52°
2012 Blue Bell Fun Run Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2012	72°/74°	-	68°
2011 Blue Bell Fun Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2011	64°/69°	-	67°
2010 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	66°/66°	-	63°
2009 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2009	67°/69°	Light	65°
2008 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	52°/58°	-	42°
2007 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2007	53°/55°	-	49°
2006 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	34°/45°	-	34°
2005 Blue Bell Fun Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2005	50°/61°	-	51°
2004 Blue Bell Fun Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	63°/65°	-	62°

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