Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race

Holyoke, MA, USA • March 21, 2026

Race Day Weather

36°

42° high

Breezy

Moderate rain

Cool conditions, strategic pacing needed

Runners will face a cool start at 36°F, rising to 40°F by race end, with a steady 8 mph crosswind shifting to headwinds in miles 7-13. Humidity is low at 25%, making hydration less critical but still important. Pacing adjustments are advisable during headwind segments, particularly miles 7-13, while tailwinds in miles 18-19 and 26-27 could provide a boost.

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Held each year on St. Patrick's Day weekend, this event is one of the funnest races in New England. As the biggest running event in Western Massachusetts, this race attracts 7,000 plus registered runners. Thousands of fans line the course on race day, making the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race the region’s premiere running event. Source

FAQ

When is the 2026 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race?

The 2026 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race will be held on Saturday March 21, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race?

The time limit for the Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race is 2 hours.

Historical Weather

Based on 28 years of data

Avg Temp

46°F

L:43° H:46°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

14%

4 of 28 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew21°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2025	61°/62°	-	19°
2024 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	52°/56°	-	31°
2023 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	45°/47°	-	22°
2022 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2022	53°/55°	Light	54°
2021 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	52°/55°	-	15°
2020 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	45°/47°	-	8°
2019 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	43°/44°	-	20°
2018 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	40°/43°	-	9°
2017 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2017	38°/41°	-	15°
2016 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	40°/43°	-	5°
2015 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain or snow in the morning and afternoon. 2015	35°/41°	Light	31°
2014 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2014	41°/56°	Light	36°
2013 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	34°/37°	-	9°
2012 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	50°/52°	-	41°
2011 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	46°/46°	-	23°
2010 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	69°/72°	-	35°
2009 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2009	40°/44°	-	5°
2008 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	33°/35°	-	11°
2007 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Cloudy skies throughout the day with snow clearing later. 2007	30°/32°	-	25°
2006 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	34°/36°	-	9°
2005 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2005	43°/46°	-	14°
2004 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2004	39°/43°	-	21°
2003 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	58°/61°	-	39°
2002 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2002	48°/50°	-	43°
2001 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain or snow. 2001	43°/46°	-	18°
2000 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Clear conditions throughout the day. 2000	29°/34°	-	9°
1999 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1999	42°/44°	-	16°
1998 Holyoke St. Patricks Day Road Race Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain or snow. 1998	30°/32°	Light	27°