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Fort McMurray, AB, Canada · September 20, 2026·
Fort McMurray 5K race day weather
61°at start
78° high
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Dry
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Comfortable temps, big temp swing
Starting at 61°F, heat will be a factor from the gun — go out conservative and stay on top of hydration. Temps will climb significantly to 78°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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About the Fort McMurray 5K
The 5K begins and ends at MacDonald Island Park in Fort McMurray, Alberta. The route takes runners through the Total Aboriginal Interpretive Trail and onto MacDonald Island Drive.
Race weekend
Sunday, September 20
7:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)8:00 AM3K (1.9 mi)8:30 AM10K (6.2 mi)10:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)
Fort McMurray 5K FAQ
When is the 2026 Fort McMurray 5K?
The 2026 Fort McMurray 5K will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.
What will the weather be like for the 2026 Fort McMurray 5K?
The forecast calls for a high of 78°F and a low of 47°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.
What is the weather usually like for the Fort McMurray 5K?
Over the 8 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2018 to 2026), it averaged 53°F at the start and 56°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2022).
What was the hottest Fort McMurray 5K?
Of the 8 years on record, 2025 was the warmest, reaching 68°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2018, at 36°F.
What was the windiest Fort McMurray 5K?
Of the 8 years on record, 2023 was the windiest, with wind averaging 9 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2024, at 1 mph.
