What is the weather usually like on race day for the YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Springfield, IL, November race mornings typically start near 36°F and warm to around 52°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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YMCA STRIDE Boy’s Running & Character Fitness Program

Springfield, IL

Sat, Nov 14, 2026

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When

Saturday, November 14th, 2026

Where

601 North 4th Street, Springfield IL

Distances

See race page

Typical weather

36–52°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2025

47–75°F

dry

2024

48–56°F

dry

2023

34–61°F

dry

2022

24–42°F

dry

2021

30–41°F

dry

2020

31–54°F

rain

2019

23–37°F

dry

2018

17–37°F

dry

2017

36–50°F

dry

2016

41–63°F

dry

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36°F at the start.

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About this race

STRIDE Boys Character Education & Running Program

Success, Teamwork, Respect, Inspiration, Determination = Excellence in character. Stride is similar to the well-known girls running program. Open to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade boys, this afterschool activity meets twice per week for 10 weeks. Each session focuses on a different topic like bullying or sportsmanship using open discussion, games and running exercises to teach real-life lessons. The boys finish their season with a 5K.

2026 Fall Season

Dates: Sept 8 - Nov 16

2026 Fall Season Locations

Blessed Sacrament School
748 W Laurel St, Springfield IL
Eligible Students: Boys grades 3-5
Days: Mondays & Thursdays 3-4:30 pm
Dates: Thursday, Sept 10 - Monday, Nov 16
BSS STRIDE 5K with Girls On The Run, Saturday Nov 14, 10 am at Lincoln Land Community College

UIS/YMCA STRIDE
University of Illinois Athletic Center, 2171 University Dr, Springfield Il
Eligible Students: Boys grades 3-5
Days: Wednesdays 5:30- 7:00 pm
Dates: Wednesday, Oct 7- Wednesday, Nov 18
UIS STRIDE 5K - UIS Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov 26 at UIS Springfield Campus

2026 Fall Season 5Ks

Blessed Sacrament School STRIDE 5K
Saturday, Nov 14 - 10am
Girls On The Run 5K, Lincoln Land Community College

UIS/YMCA STRIDE 5K
Thursday, Nov 26 - 8am
UIS Turkey Trot, UIS Springfield Campus