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Texas Switchback Trail Race

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Austin, TX, USA · May 2, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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75° high
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Cool start, warming trend ahead

Runners will face a temperature rise from 51°F at the start to a maximum of 71°F. With a light southeast wind at 9 mph, humidity will be at 73%. Adjusting pace early and ensuring hydration will be crucial as temperatures rise, especially after reaching 65°F.

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Join us at one of Texas’s most popular runs, voted best trail race in Austin by Austin Fit Magazine! Enjoy the beautiful yet challenging single track course, friendly volunteers, live bluegrass music, a local Austin food truck, and of course, a cool dip in Flat Creek after your race. It will be a race experience you wont forget! Source

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When is the 2026 Texas Switchback Trail Race?

The 2026 Texas Switchback Trail Race will be held on Saturday May 2, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Texas Switchback Trail Race?

The time limit for the Texas Switchback Trail Race is 8 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Texas Switchback Trail Race?

The forecast calls for a high of 75°F and a low of 50°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 3 years of data
Avg Temp
77°F
L:68° H:78°
RunScore
6
Conditions
Rain Freq
33%
1 of 3 yrs
Wind7mph
Dew64°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Texas Switchback Trail Race

Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain.

2025
cloudy
70°/85°-
8

2024 Texas Switchback Trail Race

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2024
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70°/81°-
8

2023 Texas Switchback Trail Race

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2023
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65°/67°Light
6

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