Carlsbad 5000

Carlsbad, CA, USA • April 12, 2026

Race Day Weather

56°

66° high

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Mild temps, strategic wind shifts

Runners will face temperatures starting at 63°F and rising to 66°F, with an average humidity of 60%. Winds will be a steady headwind from miles 4-11 and a beneficial tailwind from miles 12-21, shifting back to headwind towards the finish. Adjusting pacing during the headwind sections and ensuring adequate hydration will be crucial for maintaining energy throughout the race.

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The Carlsbad 5000 is an annual five kilometer (3.1 mile) road running event that takes place each spring in the city of Carlsbad, California along the north coast of San Diego County. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Carlsbad 5000?

The 2026 Carlsbad 5000 will be held on Sunday April 12, 2026.

Historical Weather

Based on 27 years of data

Avg Temp

65°F

L:62° H:67°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

11%

3 of 27 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	68°/72°	-	33°
2024 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	59°/62°	-	46°
2023 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	57°/61°	-	49°
2022 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	64°/68°	-	55°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	72°/79°	-	62°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	57°/60°	Light	55°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2020	62°/68°	-	49°
2019 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	66°/72°	-	59°
2018 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	58°/61°	-	47°
2017 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	65°/72°	-	51°
2016 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	64°/68°	-	53°
2015 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2015	69°/72°	-	54°
2014 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon with morning rain. 2014	63°/66°	-	48°
2013 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	62°/67°	-	52°
2012 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2012	57°/63°	-	44°
2011 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	62°/67°	-	50°
2010 Carlsbad 5000 Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2010	61°/63°	-	45°
2009 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning rain. 2009	72°/77°	-	22°
2008 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	59°/61°	-	48°
2007 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day with rain. 2007	52°/58°	Light	36°
2006 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	59°/63°	-	49°
2005 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	59°/65°	-	51°
2004 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	67°/89°	-	43°
2003 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	61°/66°	Light	56°
2002 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	61°/64°	-	51°
2001 Carlsbad 5000 Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2001	59°/63°	-	54°
2000 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2000	59°/63°	-	53°