Bluegrass Half Marathon

Johnson City, TN, USA · September 27, 2026

60°·71° high·Light·Rain possible

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Race Day Weather

60°at start

73° high

Light

Rain possible

Warm day, stay hydrated

Runners will face temperatures rising from 60°F to 72°F, with high humidity at 80%. Wind will be light at 6 mph, but gusts could reach 23 mph. Given the warm conditions, it's crucial for runners to adjust their pace and hydrate frequently, especially as the race progresses.

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The Bluegrass Half Marathon is an annual road race held in Johnson City, Tennessee, organized by The Goose Chase. The 2026 edition starts and finishes at the Pavilion at Founders Park on a USATF-certified course through downtown Johnson City and the East Tennessee State University campus. The race name references the region's Appalachian musical heritage rather than the Kentucky Bluegrass region. First run in 2010.

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When is the 2026 Bluegrass Half Marathon?

The 2026 Bluegrass Half Marathon will be held on Sunday September 27, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Bluegrass Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 73°F and a low of 57°F with a 18% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 16 years of data

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75°F

L:58° H:75°

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Rain Freq

31%

5 of 16 yrs

Wind5mph

Dew57°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	59°/77°	-	62°
2024 Bluegrass Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2024	64°/73°	Light	63°
2023 Bluegrass Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2023	62°/69°	-	57°
2022 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	52°/73°	Light	56°
2021 Bluegrass Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2021	49°/71°	-	49°
2020 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	61°/75°	-	61°
2019 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	66°/89°	-	66°
2018 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2018	63°/73°	Light	63°
2017 Bluegrass Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	59°/85°	-	58°
2016 Bluegrass Half Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2016	60°/86°	-	62°
2015 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	60°/81°	-	59°
2014 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2014	56°/77°	-	58°
2013 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	51°/70°	-	53°
2012 Bluegrass Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	45°/65°	-	42°
2011 Bluegrass Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2011	57°/81°	Light	59°
2010 Bluegrass Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2010	61°/63°	Light	60°