Cummins Falls 5K

A cool 46°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. There's a chance of rain, so have a backup gear plan ready.

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The Cummins Falls 5K is an out-and-back course of 3.1 miles on the rural back roads of Jackson County, Tennessee. It is the shortest of the four races held at Cummins Falls State Park near Cookeville on the Saturday of race weekend.

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Race weekend

Saturday, February 27

8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)9:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

9:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2027 Cummins Falls 5K?

The 2027 Cummins Falls 5K will be held on Saturday February 27, 2027.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Cummins Falls 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 56°F and a low of 38°F with a 16% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 14 years of data

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47°F

L:45° H:48°

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Rain Freq

29%

4 of 14 yrs

Wind7mph

Dew37°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Cummins Falls 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	54°/61°	-	40°
2025 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	34°/41°	-	23°
2024 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	46°/46°	-	32°
2023 Cummins Falls 5K Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2023	48°/48°	Light	47°
2022 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain or snow. 2022	33°/34°	-	30°
2021 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2021	59°/60°	Light	57°
2020 Cummins Falls 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	35°/40°	-	21°
2019 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	55°/55°	Light	53°
2018 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2018	64°/65°	Light	61°
2017 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2017	44°/45°	-	30°
2016 Cummins Falls 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	38°/43°	-	32°
2015 Cummins Falls 5K Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning snow or rain. 2015	36°/36°	-	28°
2014 Cummins Falls 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	48°/52°	-	27°
2013 Cummins Falls 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	43°/44°	-	39°