Run the River 5K
Run the River 5K race day weather
Comfortable temps, warming through the race
Mild 53°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temperatures rising to 67°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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About the Run the River 5K
The Run the River 5K is a USATF-certified, flat out-and-back course along the Columbia River on the Saturday of race weekend. It starts and finishes next to the river in Columbia Park in Kennewick and uses the same paved paths as the longer distances, with the turnaround at the halfway point.
