Helping Hands Half Marathon

Muscle Shoals, AL, USA · October 24, 2026

51°·55° high·Light·Dry

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Runners will face a steady temperature increase from 51°F to 69°F, with maximum humidity at 62%. Light winds from the ESE at 6 mph will be a non-factor. As temperatures rise, runners should start conservatively and hydrate frequently to adapt to the warming conditions.

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The Helping Hands Half Marathon and 5K is held in the Muscle Shoals area of northwest Alabama, benefiting the Bank Independent Helping Hands Foundation. The race has run annually since 2023, previously starting in nearby Florence, and moves to Bank Independent's new Team Campus in Muscle Shoals for the 2026 edition. Half marathon finishers receive a commemorative medal, and 5K finishers receive a magnet.

Race weekend

Saturday, October 24

7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Helping Hands Half Marathon?

The 2026 Helping Hands Half Marathon will be held on Saturday October 24, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Helping Hands Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 71°F and a low of 50°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 3 years of data

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58°F

L:55° H:63°

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Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Helping Hands Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	47°/55°	-	43°
2024 Helping Hands Half Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2024	55°/65°	-	54°
2023 Helping Hands Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	62°/69°	-	58°

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