Hero Half Marathon

Fayetteville, AR, USA · October 17, 2026

50°·54° high·Windy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

50°at start

57° high

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Cool temps, gusty winds ahead

Runners will face temperatures starting at 50°F and rising to 57°F, with high humidity at 85%. Winds will be a significant factor, with a steady breeze from the NNE at 17 mph and gusts up to 35 mph. Adjust pacing strategies to account for gusty conditions and maintain hydration throughout the race.

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Distance: 13.1mi

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Race Info

The Hero Half Marathon is an annual half marathon, quarter marathon, and 5K held in Fayetteville, Arkansas, benefiting The Spark Foundation and the Fayetteville Firefighters' IAFF Local 2866. First held in 2014, the race includes a Firefighter Challenge division in which active-duty firefighters run the half marathon course in full bunker gear. The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday, October 17.

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When is the 2026 Hero Half Marathon?

The 2026 Hero Half Marathon will be held on Saturday October 17, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Hero Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 57°F and a low of 49°F with a 10% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data

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68°F

L:48° H:68°

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Rain Freq

25%

1 of 4 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew48°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Hero Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2025	56°/58°	Light	54°
2024 Hero Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	54°/89°	-	51°
2023 Hero Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	48°/57°	-	42°
2019 Hero Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	34°/67°	-	38°

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