What is the weather usually like on race day for the McHenry County Santa Run For Kids?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Crystal Lake, IL, December race mornings typically start near 24°F and warm to around 37°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 0 of the last 10 years.

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McHenry County Santa Run For Kids

Crystal Lake, IL

Sun, Dec 6, 2026

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When

Sunday, December 6th, 2026

Where

26 N Williams St, Crystal Lake IL

Distance

Typical weather

24–37°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years

2025

24–30°F

dry

2024

14–32°F

dry

2023

29–37°F

dry

2022

32–44°F

dry

2021

15–35°F

dry

2020

30–37°F

dry

2019

27–40°F

dry

2018

9–29°F

dry

2017

25–32°F

dry

2016

24–36°F

dry

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About this race

McHenry County Santa Run For Kids takes place on December 6, 2026 in Crystal Lake, IL. Visit the race website for full event details.

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