What is the weather usually like on race day for the Hope to Walk 5K?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Fort Myers, FL, October race mornings typically start near 70°F and warm to around 85°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 2 of the last 10 years.

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Hope to Walk 5K

Fort Myers, FL

Sat, Oct 17, 2026

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When

Saturday, October 17th, 2026

Where

10501 FGCU Blvd., Fort Myers FL

Distance

Typical weather

70–85°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years

2025

69–87°F

dry

2024

62–79°F

dry

2023

57–73°F

dry

2022

71–82°F

rain

2021

73–88°F

rain

2020

74–86°F

dry

2019

75–89°F

dry

2018

75–87°F

dry

2017

72–84°F

dry

2016

73–84°F

dry

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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 17

Rain likely · 75–90°F

Saturday, Oct 17starts near 75°F · 55% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph

About this race

Join the FGCU MPAS Program on October 17th to run around campus and raise money for a great cause...HOPE TO WALK.

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