Cherry Blossom 10 Mile

Washington, DC, USA · April 4, 2027
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Race Day Weather

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50°at start
62° high
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Dry
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Cool start, mild finish

Runners will face a temperature range from 50°F at the start to 60°F at the finish, with a steady increase throughout. Wind will be light at 9 mph from the W, with humidity averaging 62%. Runners should consider starting conservatively and stay hydrated as temperatures rise, while a throwaway layer may be useful during the wait.

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Race Info

The Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run is an annual 10-mile (16 km) road race in Washington, D.C. Founded in 1973 originally as a precursor training run for elite runners planning to compete in the Boston Marathon, the race has evolved over the years into a local race for runners of all abilities. Nevertheless, it still attracts international running stars such as Catherine Ndereba, Bill Rodgers, John Korir, and Olga Romanova. Wikipedia

Race weekend

Saturday, April 3
9:15 AM5K (3.1 mi)
Sunday, April 4
7:30 AM10 Mile (10.0 mi)
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FAQ

When is the 2027 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile?

The 2027 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile will be held on Sunday April 4, 2027.

What is the time limit for the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile?

The time limit for the Cherry Blossom 10 Mile is 2.33 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Cherry Blossom 10 Mile?

The forecast calls for a high of 65°F and a low of 47°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 55 years of data
Avg Temp
47°F
L:45° H:49°
RunScore
9
Conditions
Rain Freq
24%
13 of 55 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew37°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
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49°/55°-
10
2025
partly-cloudy-day
57°/58°-
8
2024
partly-cloudy-day
43°/51°-
10
2023
partly-cloudy-day
47°/48°-
10
2022
cloudy
47°/52°-
10
2021
partly-cloudy-day
65°/68°-
5
2021
partly-cloudy-night
31°/39°-
10
2020
partly-cloudy-day
46°/49°-
10
2019
partly-cloudy-day
50°/56°-
9
2018
partly-cloudy-day
35°/40°-
10
2017
clear-day
44°/49°-
10
2016
rain
37°/38°Light
10
2015
partly-cloudy-day
45°/53°-
10
2014
partly-cloudy-day
38°/46°-
10
2013
partly-cloudy-day
42°/46°-
10
2012
cloudy
48°/48°-
10
2011
partly-cloudy-day
41°/47°-
10
2010
clear-day
46°/54°-
10
2009
clear-day
46°/53°-
10
2008
rain
47°/48°Light
10
2007
cloudy
49°/49°-
10
2006
partly-cloudy-day
55°/58°-
10
2005
cloudy
43°/45°-
10
2004
rain
44°/45°Light
10
2003
partly-cloudy-day
40°/43°-
10
2002
partly-cloudy-day
34°/39°-
10
2001
cloudy
46°/47°-
10
2000
rain
36°/39°Light
10
1999
rain
47°/49°Light
10
1998
rain
46°/48°Moderate
9
1997
cloudy
59°/62°-
6
1996
cloudy
40°/41°-
10
1995
partly-cloudy-day
45°/49°-
10
1994
cloudy
53°/55°-
10
1993
cloudy
52°/53°Light
9
1992
clear-day
37°/42°-
10
1991
partly-cloudy-day
58°/66°-
7
1990
clear-day
36°/46°-
10
1989
partly-cloudy-day
35°/43°-
10
1988
cloudy
53°/54°-
9
1987
cloudy
36°/36°Light
10
1986
cloudy
48°/48°Light
10
1985
cloudy
50°/50°-
10
1984
partly-cloudy-day
37°/45°-
10
1983
partly-cloudy-day
49°/52°Light
10
1982
clear-day
50°/51°Light
10
1981
partly-cloudy-day
48°/57°-
9
1980
partly-cloudy-day
44°/53°-
10
1979
clear-day
35°/37°-
10
1978
cloudy
52°/54°-
10
1977
partly-cloudy-day
67°/70°Light
5
1976
cloudy
50°/52°-
10
1975
clear-day
34°/37°-
10
1974
clear-day
30°/45°-
10
1973
cloudy
57°/60°Light
7