Fargo Half Marathon

Mild 52°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temps will climb significantly to 68°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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Race Info

The Fargo Half Marathon runs 13.1 miles on the Saturday of race weekend, starting just outside the Fargodome. The course winds through north Fargo neighborhoods before heading south toward downtown, with stretches along the Red River and through historic Island Park. Streets are wide and the terrain is flat, and the race finishes inside the Fargodome.

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Race weekend

Friday, May 21

6:30 PM5K (3.1 mi)

Saturday, May 22

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:15 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:40 AM10K (6.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2027 Fargo Half Marathon?

The 2027 Fargo Half Marathon will be held on Saturday May 22, 2027.

What is the time limit for the Fargo Half Marathon?

The time limit for the Fargo Half Marathon is 4 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Fargo Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 50°F with a 11% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best half marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 21 years of data

Avg Temp

52°F

L:49° H:56°

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Rain Freq

14%

3 of 21 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	68°/74°	-	61°
2025 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	53°/63°	-	48°
2024 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	55°/64°	-	47°
2023 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	48°/59°	-	43°
2022 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	45°/53°	-	40°
2021 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	51°/56°	-	37°
2019 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2019	45°/45°	Light	43°
2018 Fargo Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2018	42°/45°	-	40°
2017 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	47°/49°	-	30°
2016 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	57°/68°	-	45°
2015 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	33°/38°	-	28°
2014 Fargo Half Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2014	39°/54°	-	34°
2013 Fargo Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with rain clearing later. 2013	59°/61°	Light	56°
2012 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	70°/75°	-	53°
2011 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2011	57°/64°	-	53°
2010 Fargo Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	55°/64°	-	45°
2009 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2009	34°/38°	-	31°
2008 Fargo Half Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	41°/61°	-	34°
2007 Fargo Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2007	46°/48°	-	44°
2006 Fargo Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2006	48°/54°	-	44°
2005 Fargo Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain or snow clearing later. 2005	35°/39°	Light	35°

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