Helsinki City Running Day

Helsinki, Finland · May 16, 2026

51°·52° high·Light·Dry

Weather

Race Day Weather

51°at start

52° high

Light

Dry

Cool conditions, steady pace

Runners will face a cool start at 49°F, gradually warming to 53°F. With a gentle breeze from the SSE at 6 mph and humidity at 73%, hydration will be crucial. Runners should maintain a steady pace and consider light layers to stay comfortable throughout the race.

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Race Info

There is something for everyone; Finland’s largest half marathon Helsinki City Run, the legendary 45th Saucony Helsinki City Marathon, Saucony Helsinki City Marathon Relay, the short but sweet Ice Power Helsinki City 5 and Ice Power Helsinki City 5 Walk and for challenge seekers there is Helsinki City Double, which combines marathon and half marathon! Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Helsinki City Running Day?

The 2026 Helsinki City Running Day will be held on Saturday May 16, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Helsinki City Running Day?

The time limit for the Helsinki City Running Day is 12 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Helsinki City Running Day?

The forecast calls for a high of 52°F and a low of 49°F with a 29% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 23 years of data

Avg Temp

53°F

L:50° H:57°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

17%

4 of 23 yrs

Wind8mph

Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Helsinki City Running Day Clearing in the afternoon with rain clearing later. 2025	47°/54°	-	41°
2024 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	51°/59°	-	22°
2023 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	62°/67°	-	37°
2022 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	46°/55°	-	43°
2021 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2021	51°/54°	-	47°
2020 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	56°/58°	-	51°
2020 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2020	41°/47°	Light	38°
2019 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	63°/68°	-	37°
2018 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	58°/65°	-	36°
2017 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	45°/53°	-	22°
2016 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2016	51°/54°	Light	49°
2015 Helsinki City Running Day Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2015	51°/54°	Light	37°
2014 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	47°/56°	-	24°
2013 Helsinki City Running Day Clearing in the afternoon. 2013	44°/53°	-	29°
2012 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2012	43°/53°	-	43°
2011 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	53°/56°	-	34°
2010 Helsinki City Running Day Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2010	41°/49°	Light	43°
2009 Helsinki City Running Day Clearing in the afternoon with morning rain. 2009	50°/56°	-	39°
2008 Helsinki City Running Day Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain. 2008	62°/72°	-	38°
2007 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	50°/56°	-	32°
2006 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	48°/62°	-	40°
2005 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	50°/59°	-	28°
2004 Helsinki City Running Day Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2004	46°/54°	-	33°

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