Starting at 64°F, heat will be a factor from the gun — go out conservative and stay on top of hydration. Temperatures rising to 79°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. High humidity (82%) will make it harder to cool down through sweat — increase fluid intake accordingly.

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About the Omaha 5K

The Omaha Marathon 5K is a 3.1-mile USATF-certified course on the Omaha riverfront, starting and finishing near Miller's Landing beside the Missouri River. It follows the flat paths and streets close to the water with very little climbing, and it finishes in the same park area as the longer races.

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Sunday, September 27

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)7:20 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:40 AM5K (3.1 mi)

10K (6.2 mi)

Omaha 5K FAQ

When is the 2026 Omaha 5K?

The 2026 Omaha 5K will be held on Sunday September 27, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Omaha 5K?

The forecast calls for a high of 80°F and a low of 64°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best 5K race plan.

What is the weather usually like for the Omaha 5K?

Over the 11 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2015 to 2026), it averaged 60°F at the start and 60°F by a typical finish. It has not rained during race hours in any of those years.

What was the hottest Omaha 5K?

Of the 11 years on record, 2015 was the warmest, reaching 77°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2025, at 50°F.

What was the windiest Omaha 5K?

Of the 11 years on record, 2015 was the windiest, with wind averaging 17 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2016, at 0 mph.

Omaha 5K weather history

Based on 11 years of data

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Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	64°/65°	-	63°
2025 Omaha 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	50°/51°	-	47°
2024 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2024	56°/57°	-	51°
2023 Omaha 5K Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2023	55°/56°	-	51°
2022 Omaha 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	53°/53°	-	46°
2021 Omaha 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	57°/58°	-	49°
2020 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2020	61°/62°	-	55°
2018 Omaha 5K Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	53°/54°	-	48°
2017 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2017	71°/71°	-	65°
2016 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	60°/60°	-	56°
2015 Omaha 5K Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2015	76°/77°	-	71°

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