What is the weather usually like on race day for the Race for the Red 5K?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Grand Rapids, MI, May race mornings typically start near 52°F and warm to around 73°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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Race for the Red 5K

Sat, May 22, 2027

In 202 days

Grand Rapids, MI

2001 Monroe Ave NE

Typically 52–73°F · some rain risk

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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2026

45–70°F

dry

2025

45–57°F

dry

2024

61–78°F

dry

2023

49–79°F

dry

2022

46–59°F

dry

2021

64–84°F

dry

2020

55–69°F

dry

2019

49–77°F

rain

2018

50–69°F

dry

2017

49–66°F

dry

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About this race

Enjoy a flat and fast course around Riverside Park. The route will be a closed course on the beautiful paths.

Participants will receive a unique firefighter themed shirt and finishers medal.

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