Carolina Reaper Marathon
Race Day Weather
Hot conditions, adjust pace early
Runners will face rising temperatures from 80°F to 90°F, with average humidity at 55% and a dew point of 68°F. Light winds from the SW at 5 mph will provide minimal relief. It is advisable to start conservatively and increase hydration frequency to combat the heat.
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Race Info
Welcome to the Annual Carolina Reaper Challenge event! We are pleased to bring a new and exciting twist to four different distances including the 50k, marathon relay, half marathon, and 5 mile distance. This will be great for the first time finishers of these distances as well as give a new challenge to all the speed demons out there! If you have done it in the cold why not test your grit in the heat! We have simply duplicated the Snowbird Challenge for all you true southern heat seekers out there!
🔥 Feel the heat and conquer the challenge at the Carolina Reaper Running Race, where endurance meets the scorching South Carolina summer! Join us this July at the Civic Center Sports Complex for an exhilarating experience unlike any other. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a passionate runner looking to push your limits, our race offers distances ranging from 3.1 miles to an epic 31 miles. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 |  | 84°/91° | Light | 71° | |
2024 | | 86°/94° | Light | 69° | |
2023 | | 88°/94° | - | 73° | |
2021 | | 85°/90° | - | 68° | |
2018 |  | 70°/82° | Light | 70° |