What is the weather usually like on race day for the Candy Cane 5k & 10k?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Alexandria, VA, December race mornings typically start near 32°F and warm to around 46°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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Candy Cane 5k & 10k

Alexandria, VA

Sat, Dec 19, 2026

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When

Saturday, December 19th, 2026

Where

6401 George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Alexandria VA

Distances

5K · 10K

Typical weather

32–46°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2025

36–58°F

rain

2024

36–46°F

dry

2023

32–41°F

dry

2022

28–41°F

dry

2021

34–57°F

dry

2020

24–38°F

dry

2019

22–33°F

dry

2018

28–47°F

dry

2017

39–58°F

dry

2016

27–35°F

dry

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About this race

Experience the scenic river vistas on this beautiful 5k & 10k paved path along the Potomac/Mount Vernon Trail.

Walkers and strollers are welcome to attend this event.

Course map

Train with a club

Run clubs near Alexandria to train with before race day.

Northern Virginia Running Club

Alexandria, VA · 3k followers

Kingstowne Striders

Alexandria, VA · 374 followers

Virginia Happy Trails Running Club

Alexandria, VA · 1.7k followers

DC Road Runners Club

Arlington, VA · 3.5k followers

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