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Carlsbad 5000

Carlsbad, CA, USA · April 12, 2026

65°·66° high·Breezy·Rain possible

Race Day Weather

65°at start

66° high

Breezy

Rain possible

Mild temps, headwinds ahead

Runners will face temperatures ranging from 61°F to 66°F, starting mild at 65°F. A consistent headwind of 14 mph will challenge runners from miles 4 to 11, requiring pacing adjustments. With humidity at 74%, hydration will be crucial; a conservative start is advised. Light rain throughout will keep conditions cool, but runners should prepare for slick surfaces, especially in the latter miles.

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Race Info

The Carlsbad 5000 is an annual five kilometer (3.1 mile) road running event that takes place each spring in the city of Carlsbad, California along the north coast of San Diego County. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Carlsbad 5000?

The 2026 Carlsbad 5000 will be held on Sunday April 12, 2026.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Carlsbad 5000?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 53°F with a 100% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 27 years of data

Avg Temp

65°F

L:62° H:67°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

11%

3 of 27 yrs

Wind9mph

Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	68°/72°	-	33°
2024 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	59°/62°	-	46°
2023 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2023	57°/61°	-	49°
2022 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	64°/68°	-	55°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	72°/79°	-	62°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2020	57°/60°	Light	55°
2020 Carlsbad 5000 Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2020	62°/68°	-	49°
2019 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	66°/72°	-	59°
2018 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	58°/61°	-	47°
2017 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	65°/72°	-	51°
2016 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	64°/68°	-	53°
2015 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2015	69°/72°	-	54°
2014 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon with morning rain. 2014	63°/66°	-	48°
2013 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	62°/67°	-	52°
2012 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2012	57°/63°	-	44°
2011 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	62°/67°	-	50°
2010 Carlsbad 5000 Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2010	61°/63°	-	45°
2009 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning rain. 2009	72°/77°	-	22°
2008 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	59°/61°	-	48°
2007 Carlsbad 5000 Clear conditions throughout the day with rain. 2007	52°/58°	Light	36°
2006 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	59°/63°	-	49°
2005 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	59°/65°	-	51°
2004 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	67°/89°	-	43°
2003 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	61°/66°	Light	56°
2002 Carlsbad 5000 Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	61°/64°	-	51°
2001 Carlsbad 5000 Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2001	59°/63°	-	54°
2000 Carlsbad 5000 Clearing in the afternoon. 2000	59°/63°	-	53°

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