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Saturday, May 1st, 2027
Winnequah Park, Monona WI
5K
42–61°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
34–48°F
dry
2025
47–58°F
rain
2024
52–67°F
dry
2023
37–48°F
rain
2022
46–53°F
dry
2021
44–81°F
dry
2020
39–64°F
dry
2019
41–53°F
rain
2018
57–75°F
dry
2017
40–53°F
rain
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Race-day forecast says layers
42°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
The Lake Monona 20K Run and 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, May 1, 2027 offers a beautiful course with springtime temperatures ideal for running, and combines small-race feel with big-race perks. For those with longer distance ambitions, this “almost” half marathon is a great way to peak your spring training, or to prepare for a spring marathon. For those interested in a shorter distance to tackle, there is also a 5K run/walk option.
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