Richmond Half Marathon

Runners will start in chilly 36°F conditions — dress in layers for the corral and plan to shed early. Temps will climb significantly to 51°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Moderate winds around 13mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Moderate humidity at 69% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.

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About the Richmond Half Marathon

The Richmond Half Marathon covers 13.1 miles on the Saturday of race weekend, starting on Broad Street in downtown Richmond and running through the city's neighborhoods and past its historic sights. The course is USATF-certified and finishes with the same downhill run to 5th and Byrd Streets that the marathon and 8K use, steps from the riverfront at Brown's Island and Tredegar.

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Saturday, November 14

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:15 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:30 AM8K (5.0 mi)

Richmond Half Marathon FAQ

When is the 2026 Richmond Half Marathon?

The 2026 Richmond Half Marathon will be held on Saturday November 14, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Richmond Half Marathon?

The time limit for the Richmond Half Marathon is 4 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Richmond Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 51°F and a low of 36°F with a 10% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best half marathon race plan.

What is the weather usually like for the Richmond Half Marathon?

Over the 29 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (1998 to 2025), it averaged 41°F at the start and 49°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 3 of those years (2008, 2009 and 2013).

What was the hottest Richmond Half Marathon?

Of the 29 years on record, 2008 was the warmest, reaching 70°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2014, at 24°F.

What was the windiest Richmond Half Marathon?

Of the 29 years on record, 2004 was the windiest, with wind averaging 17 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2020, at 0 mph.

Richmond Half Marathon weather history

Based on 29 years of data

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45°F

L:41° H:49°

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10%

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Wind7mph

Dew37°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	46°/58°	-	36°
2024 Richmond Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024	46°/55°	-	43°
2023 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	38°/44°	-	38°
2022 Richmond Half Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2022	64°/69°	-	60°
2021 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	46°/53°	-	44°
2020 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	47°/60°	-	50°
2019 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2019	39°/41°	-	29°
2018 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	44°/48°	-	36°
2017 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	26°/32°	-	14°
2016 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	35°/42°	-	25°
2015 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	39°/48°	-	22°
2014 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	24°/35°	-	15°
2013 Richmond Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2013	50°/52°	Light	48°
2012 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	34°/48°	-	35°
2011 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	30°/42°	-	27°
2010 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	34°/48°	-	29°
2009 Richmond Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2009	54°/55°	Light	52°
2008 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2008	69°/70°	Light	66°
2007 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	31°/43°	-	33°
2007 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2007	43°/45°	-	40°
2006 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	57°/62°	-	51°
2005 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	33°/48°	-	33°
2004 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2004	44°/45°	-	41°
2003 Richmond Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2003	47°/49°	-	26°
2002 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	45°/54°	-	46°
2001 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	36°/50°	-	33°
2000 Richmond Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	29°/37°	-	24°
1999 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 1999	43°/49°	-	46°
1998 Richmond Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 1998	29°/42°	-	27°