What is the weather usually like on race day for the Concord Halloween Veterans Run?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Athens, WV, October race mornings typically start near 42°F and warm to around 61°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 5 of the last 10 years.

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Concord Halloween Veterans Run

Athens, WV

Wed, Oct 28, 2026

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When

Wednesday, October 28th, 2026

Where

1000 Vermillion Street, Athens WV

Distance

Typical weather

42–61°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years

2025

41–48°F

rain

2024

39–66°F

dry

2023

57–75°F

dry

2022

35–58°F

dry

2021

41–59°F

rain

2020

55–68°F

rain

2019

46–70°F

dry

2018

40–57°F

rain

2017

43–58°F

rain

2016

46–63°F

dry

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Race-day forecast says layers

42°F at the start.

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About this race

Join us on Wednesday October 28 for the Concord University Halloween Veterans Run! This year we are encouraging all particpants to wear costumes for the event! This is a Walk/ Run! We hope to CU there!