Loch Ness River Ness 5K

A cool 46°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. High humidity (81%) will make it harder to cool down through sweat — increase fluid intake accordingly.

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The River Ness 5K is a flat, scenic route along the River Ness in Inverness. It starts on Bught Road beside Bught Park and finishes in the park alongside the other Festival of Running races. It is the first event to start on the Sunday of race weekend and suits walkers and first-time racers as well as runners.

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Sunday, September 26

9:30 AMRiver Ness 5K (3.1 mi)

9:45 AMWee Nessie (0.5 mi)

10:00 AMLoch Ness Marathon (26.2 mi)10:30 AMRiver Ness 10K (6.2 mi)

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When is the 2027 Loch Ness River Ness 5K?

The 2027 Loch Ness River Ness 5K will be held on Sunday September 26, 2027.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Loch Ness River Ness 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 52°F and a low of 42°F with a 13% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 23 years of data

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49°F

L:48° H:50°

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13%

3 of 23 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

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Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2026	58°/58°	Light	51°
2025 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2025	47°/50°	-	47°
2024 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	45°/50°	-	43°
2023 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2023	57°/57°	Light	53°
2022 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	49°/51°	-	45°
2021 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2021	44°/46°	Light	42°
2019 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2019	47°/48°	-	46°
2018 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2018	42°/44°	-	41°
2017 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	55°/56°	-	51°
2016 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	51°/51°	-	46°
2015 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	49°/53°	-	45°
2014 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2014	54°/55°	-	51°
2013 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	52°/55°	-	41°
2012 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2012	52°/53°	-	46°
2011 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2011	51°/52°	-	51°
2010 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2010	50°/51°	-	47°
2009 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2009	40°/43°	-	37°
2008 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2008	43°/44°	-	40°
2007 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	40°/42°	-	39°
2006 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2006	54°/54°	-	51°
2005 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	47°/48°	-	43°
2004 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2004	45°/48°	-	42°
2003 Loch Ness River Ness 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2003	39°/41°	-	37°

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