May the Fourth Race Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, tailwind boost
Runners will face cool temperatures starting at 53°F, dropping to 41°F by the finish. With a light headwind during miles 1-7, pacing adjustments may be necessary, but a tailwind from miles 8-13 will aid performance. Humidity is moderate at 52%, so staying hydrated is key. Overall, the flat course and favorable wind conditions should allow for a fast race.
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Race Info
The May the Fourth Race is a Star Wars-themed half marathon, 10K, and 5K held each spring in Farmington, Utah. All three distances start and finish together at the Large Pavilion in Farmington Regional Park and follow a flat, out-and-back route along the Legacy Parkway Trail System and Rio Grande Trail. The race begins in the early evening so most runners finish after dark. On Hill Events has run the race since at least 2019.
