What is the weather usually like on race day for the Race The Cog?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Mount Washington, NH, August race mornings typically start near 60°F and warm to around 78°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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Race The Cog

Sat, Aug 28, 2027

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Mount Washington, NH

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Typically 60–78°F · some rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2026

63–85°F

dry

2025

54–76°F

dry

2024

59–85°F

dry

2023

59–75°F

dry

2022

61–80°F

dry

2021

60–70°F

dry

2020

56–80°F

dry

2019

58–80°F

rain

2018

70–93°F

dry

2017

54–75°F

dry

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Surely one of the most unique footraces in the world: race the historic Cog Railway to the summit of Mount Washington. Entry $100 to $136.

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