DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon

DeRidder, LA, USA · December 19, 2026·
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DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon race day weather

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Cool conditions, slight wind chill

Runners will face a temperature rising from 48°F at the start to 53°F at finish, with a light breeze from the east at 9 mph. Humidity at 68% will make it feel slightly cooler, so pacing adjustments may be necessary. A light rain is possible, but the likelihood is low, allowing for a focus on hydration and comfortable gear.

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About the DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon

The DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon is a December race in DeRidder, Louisiana, in Beauregard Parish. It is based at the BUSA soccer fields on D Street and runs on rural back roads past farmland, fence lines and railroad tracks, with many turns and little traffic. A 10K and a 1-mile fun run take place the same morning. The race supports Samaritan's Purse disaster relief.

Race weekend

Saturday, December 19
7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
7:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)
7:15 AM1 Mile Fun Run (1.0 mi)
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DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon FAQ

When is the 2026 DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon?

The 2026 DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon will be held on Saturday December 19, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 48°F with a 10% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon?

Over the 3 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2021 to 2023), it averaged 55°F at the start and 57°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2023).

What was the hottest DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2021 was the warmest, reaching 70°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2022, at 40°F.

What was the windiest DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon?

Of the 3 years on record, 2021 was the windiest, with wind averaging 6 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2022, at 4 mph.

DeRidder Back Roads Half Marathon weather history

Based on 3 years of data
Avg Temp
56°F
L:55° H:57°
RunScore
7
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Rain Freq
33%
1 of 3 yrs
Wind5mph
Dew55°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore
2023
cloudy
57°/58°Light
7
2022
cloudy
40°/43°-
10
2021
cloudy
68°/70°-
4