Run for the Ranch Half Marathon

Springfield, MO, USA · December 19, 2026·

34°·39° high·Light·Dry

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47° high

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Cold start — layer up, warming through the race

Runners will start in chilly 34°F conditions — dress in layers for the corral and plan to shed early. Temperatures rising to 47°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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The Run for the Ranch Half Marathon covers 13.1 miles in Springfield, Missouri, starting and finishing at Missouri State University's Parking Lot 22 off Grand Street. It runs on a Saturday in December, alongside the marathon and the shorter distances. The USATF-certified course is flat, on a loop with the start and finish in the same place.

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Race weekend

Saturday, December 19

7:15 AM1M (1.0 mi)

8:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

8:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:00 AM5K (3.1 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon?

The 2026 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon will be held on Saturday December 19, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Run for the Ranch Half Marathon?

The time limit for the Run for the Ranch Half Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 49°F and a low of 33°F with a 7% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best half marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 6 years of data

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43°F

L:41° H:44°

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0 of 6 yrs

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Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	55°/62°	-	52°
2024 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	46°/52°	-	48°
2023 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2023	46°/46°	-	43°
2022 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	24°/25°	-	16°
2021 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2021	34°/36°	-	32°
2020 Run for the Ranch Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2020	42°/44°	-	35°

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