Blue Cross Broad Street Run

Runners will face temperatures starting at 56°F and peaking at 63°F, with humidity around 69%. A consistent headwind will affect pacing throughout the flat course. Runners should plan to start conservatively and adjust their pace as needed, particularly during the final miles where the wind may feel more pronounced. Hydration will be key, especially with the humidity levels.

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The Blue Cross Broad Street Run, held in Philadelphia on the first Sunday in May since the early 1980s, is the largest 10-mile road race in the United States, drawing about 40,000 runners each year (47th annual running in 2026). Wikipedia

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When is the 2027 Blue Cross Broad Street Run?

The 2027 Blue Cross Broad Street Run will be held on Sunday May 2, 2027.

What is the time limit for the Blue Cross Broad Street Run?

The time limit for the Blue Cross Broad Street Run is 2.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Blue Cross Broad Street Run?

The forecast calls for a high of 70°F and a low of 53°F with a 11% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 28 years of data

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56°F

L:53° H:58°

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Rain Freq

21%

6 of 28 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	46°/48°	-	30°
2025 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2025	65°/68°	-	62°
2024 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2024	50°/50°	Light	48°
2023 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2023	53°/54°	Light	52°
2022 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2022	41°/56°	-	36°
2021 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2021	62°/63°	Light	62°
2020 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	59°/66°	-	56°
2019 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	56°/58°	Light	55°
2018 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2018	60°/61°	-	50°
2017 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	49°/50°	-	40°
2016 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2016	45°/46°	Light	41°
2015 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	50°/60°	-	43°
2014 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	53°/58°	-	41°
2013 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2013	46°/51°	-	38°
2012 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	57°/58°	-	52°
2011 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	47°/57°	-	44°
2010 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	71°/75°	-	66°
2009 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2009	57°/58°	Light	57°
2008 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	51°/53°	-	49°
2007 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	48°/52°	-	22°
2006 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	43°/54°	-	31°
2005 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2005	40°/55°	-	35°
2004 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	66°/68°	-	64°
2003 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	51°/56°	-	40°
2002 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	51°/53°	-	42°
2001 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Clearing in the afternoon. 2001	53°/57°	-	44°
2000 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	67°/76°	-	64°
1998 Blue Cross Broad Street Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 1998	58°/59°	-	57°