Runners will face a temperature rise from 61°F at the start to a warm 88°F by the finish. With humidity averaging 67% and a light 5 mph breeze, hydration is crucial. It's advisable to start conservatively and monitor pace closely as the temperature climbs.

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Howard's Half Marathon/5K Run Festival starts and finishes near the Canal Place stage in downtown Cumberland, Maryland, run as an out-and-back along the Great Allegheny Passage rail trail. The race began in 2015 as a fundraiser for the Allegany County Animal Shelter and ran five straight years before a four-year pandemic hiatus. It returned in 2024 as a 25K and 5K, then settled into its current half marathon and 5K format in 2025. All entry fees go to the shelter.

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Race weekend

Sunday, August 30

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:15 AM5K (3.1 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival?

The 2026 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival will be held on Sunday August 30, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival?

The forecast calls for a high of 89°F and a low of 60°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 5 years of data

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69°F

L:66° H:72°

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20%

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Wind2mph

Dew63°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	56°/64°	-	50°
2024 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival Cloudy skies throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2024	66°/67°	-	63°
2019 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	69°/77°	-	68°
2016 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	73°/73°	Light	71°
2015 Howard's Half Marathon Run Festival Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	68°/77°	-	62°

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