Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon

Huntington Beach, CA, USA · December 20, 2026·

52°·56° high·Light·Dry

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Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon race day weather

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63° high

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Cool conditions, steady run ahead

Runners will face a temperature range from 52°F at the start to 56°F at the finish, with light humidity at 63%. The wind will be light, not affecting performance. Conditions are ideal for maintaining a steady pace, with no need for hydration adjustments or special gear.

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About the Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon

The Santa's Reindeer Run is a holiday race in Huntington Beach, California, with a half marathon, 10K and 5K. All distances start at Lot 25 of Bolsa Chica State Beach, near Warner Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. The half marathon starts at 7:30 AM on December 20, 2026, and finishers receive a medal and free race-day photos. Califlow Runs organizes the race, which also has a holiday costume contest and a dog parade.

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Race weekend

Sunday, December 20

7:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:30 AM10K (6.2 mi)8:30 AM5K (3.1 mi)

9:00 AM1 Mile (1.0 mi)

9:30 AMKids 300 Yard Dash (0.2 mi)

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When is the 2026 Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon?

The 2026 Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon will be held on Sunday December 20, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 63°F and a low of 52°F with a 8% chance of rain.

Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon weather history

Based on 2 years of data

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53°F

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Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Conditions	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point	Score	Results
2025 Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025		57°/59°	-	53°
2024 Santa's Reindeer Run Half Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2024		48°/49°	-	47°

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