New Bedford Half Marathon

New Bedford, MA, USA · March 21, 2027

38°·40° high·Windy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

38°at start

40° high

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Cool start, crosswinds ahead

Runners will face a cool start at 38°F, with temperatures rising slightly to 40°F. Winds will be moderate, peaking at 15 mph with gusts up to 24 mph, creating crosswinds for the first two miles and around miles 4-6 and 9-10. Runners should adjust their pacing during headwind sections at miles 3 and 11-12, and take advantage of the tailwind between miles 7 and 8.

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Race Info

Our annual race held on the 3rd Sunday in March and is one of the oldest half marathon distance events in the Northeast. We are managed by the 100% volunteer New Bedford Half Marathon Race Committee, Inc. along with our host organization, the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and with the wonderful support of the City of New Bedford. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2027 New Bedford Half Marathon?

The 2027 New Bedford Half Marathon will be held on Sunday March 21, 2027.

What is the time limit for the New Bedford Half Marathon?

The time limit for the New Bedford Half Marathon is 3 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 New Bedford Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 43°F and a low of 36°F with a 9% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 12 years of data

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46°F

L:41° H:46°

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0 of 12 yrs

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Dew24°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 New Bedford Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	39°/44°	-	20°
2025 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	62°/67°	-	57°
2024 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2024	50°/59°	-	43°
2023 New Bedford Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	37°/41°	-	11°
2022 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2022	51°/63°	-	51°
2020 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2020	44°/49°	-	9°
2019 New Bedford Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	37°/41°	-	14°
2018 New Bedford Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	24°/30°	-	-3°
2017 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	39°/40°	-	25°
2016 New Bedford Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	37°/40°	-	19°
2015 New Bedford Half Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain or snow. 2015	43°/44°	-	28°
2014 New Bedford Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	33°/36°	-	8°

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