City of Oaks 5K
Race Day Weather
Cool start — fast day potential, big temp swing
A cool 49°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Temps will climb significantly to 65°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. Moderate humidity at 67% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Acorn 5K covers 3.1 miles through Raleigh, North Carolina, starting from the same downtown Glenwood Avenue line as the marathon, half marathon, and 10K. The USATF-certified course finishes in downtown Raleigh, rounding out the four distances run during the City of Oaks race weekend each November.
