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Old Forge 5K

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Old Forge, NY, USA · September 12, 2026·
clear-day52°·57° high·Breezy·Dry
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Comfortable temps, big temp swing

Mild 52°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temps will climb significantly to 80°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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Race Info

The Old Forge 5K covers 3.1 miles on mostly gravel and dirt roads, part of the established bike trail network in the northeast part of Old Forge. It is the shortest running distance of Old Forge Marathon Weekend and gives a short look at the Adirondack setting.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Old Forge 5K?

The 2026 Old Forge 5K will be held on Saturday September 12, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Old Forge 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 80°F and a low of 48°F with a 100% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 6 years of data
Avg Temp
59°F
L:58° H:61°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
33%
2 of 6 yrs
Wind6mph
Dew55°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2026
clear-day
52°/57°-
9
2025
cloudy
59°/60°Light
7
2024
cloudy
61°/64°Light
6
2023
cloudy
60°/62°-
6
2022
clear-day
59°/65°-
6
2021
clear-day
55°/61°-
7