Runners will face temperatures starting at 72°F, peaking at 82°F, with high humidity at 76% and a dew point of 66°F. A light rain is expected throughout, with a consistent wind from the NW at 13 mph. Runners should adjust their pace conservatively and stay hydrated to manage the heat and moisture.

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About the Patriots Run

A Run to Honor their Sacrifice and Educate their Legacy. Proceeds from the Patriots Run benefit Folds of Honor Kansas City Chapter, a 501c3 non-profit providing educational scholarships to the spouses and children of fallen or disabled American Heroes and First Responders. Source

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Saturday, September 12

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

3:00 PM5K (3.1 mi)

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Patriots Run FAQ

When is the 2026 Patriots Run?

The 2026 Patriots Run will be held on Saturday September 12, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Patriots Run?

The forecast calls for a high of 82°F and a low of 65°F with a 100% chance of rain.

What is the weather usually like for the Patriots Run?

Over the 6 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2021 to 2026), it averaged 67°F at the start and 75°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 1 of those years (2026).

What was the hottest Patriots Run?

Of the 6 years on record, 2025 was the warmest, reaching 82°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2023, at 60°F.

What was the windiest Patriots Run?

Of the 6 years on record, 2021 was the windiest, with wind averaging 10 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2023, at 2 mph.

Patriots Run weather history

Based on 6 years of data

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70°F

L:67° H:75°

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17%

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Dew62°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Patriots Run Clearing in the afternoon with rain. 2026	70°/74°	Light	67°
2025 Patriots Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	69°/82°	-	67°
2024 Patriots Run Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	67°/70°	-	65°
2023 Patriots Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	60°/77°	-	55°
2022 Patriots Run Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2022	65°/69°	-	61°
2021 Patriots Run Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	70°/78°	-	58°

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