Capitol Hill Classic
Race Day Weather
Warm start, steady conditions
Runners will face temperatures starting at 68°F and rising to 73°F, with an average humidity of 72%. Winds will be light at 7 mph from the SSW. To manage the warmth and humidity, runners should consider starting conservatively and adjusting their hydration strategy accordingly.
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Race Info
Washington’s largest and oldest 10K will bring runners through the roadways of historic Capitol Hill, winding past the U.S. Capitol, the Supreme Court, the Library of Congress, the Folger Shakespeare Library, Lincoln Park, East Capitol Street, and the Fields at RFK; we also will have our regular 3K and kids’ fun run that will follow the 10K. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | | 71°/71° | - | 48° | |
2024 |  | 66°/67° | - | 61° | |
2023 |  | 62°/66° | - | 48° | |
2022 | | 65°/66° | - | 63° |