What is the weather usually like on race day for the Polar Bear 5K?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Denver, CO, January race mornings typically start near 17°F and warm to around 41°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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Polar Bear 5K

Denver, CO

Sun, Jan 17, 2027

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When

Sunday, January 17th, 2027

Where

1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver CO

Distances

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Typical weather

17–41°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2026

21–33°F

dry

2025

24–51°F

dry

2024

8–34°F

dry

2023

19–35°F

rain

2022

21–57°F

dry

2021

26–48°F

dry

2020

22–52°F

dry

2019

18–48°F

dry

2018

16–51°F

dry

2017

7–48°F

dry

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About this race

Polar Bear 5K takes place on January 17, 2027 in Denver, CO. Visit the race website for full event details.

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