What is the weather usually like on race day for the Chili-Heart 5K Run/2 Mile Walk & Chili Cook-Off?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Saint Clair, MI, February race mornings typically start near 17°F and warm to around 32°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 3 of the last 10 years.

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Chili-Heart 5K Run/2 Mile Walk & Chili Cook-Off

Saint Clair, MI

Sat, Feb 6, 2027

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When

Saturday, February 6th, 2027

Where

St. Clair River Elementary School, Saint Clair MI

Distances

Typical weather

17–32°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years

2026

10–32°F

rain

2025

24–34°F

dry

2024

21–42°F

dry

2023

24–34°F

dry

2022

17–27°F

dry

2021

15–23°F

dry

2020

25–29°F

rain

2019

25–40°F

rain

2018

9–23°F

dry

2017

21–39°F

dry

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Race-day forecast says layers

17°F at the start.

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About this race

As noted in the Chili-Heart Flyer, anyone registering after January 28, 2025 is not guaranteed a correctly sized shirt as T-shirt orders need to be in by this date.

SEE THE FULL RACE/COOK-OFF EVENT FLYER HERE

You can register for the 5K Run, 2 Mile Walk, Compete in the the COOK-OFF, Attend the Cook-Off, or simply donate as a virtual participant or donor! See information below.

5K Run & 2-Mile Walk MAP CLICK HERE

FULL EVENT INFORMATION: The East China Educational Foundation proudly offers the 15th annual Chili-heart 5K run / 2 Mile walk on Saturday, February 7, 2026 - Registration 8:00-8:50am, race from 9:00am-10:30am. Additionally, the East China Educational Foundation is proud to add a CHILI COOK-OFF from 9:30am-11:00am, as part of the event.
CHILI-HEART 5K Run / 2-Mile Walk: Runners ($25 in 2025 or $30 after January 1, 2026) or Walkers ($25) are welcome as REGISTRATION is NOW OPEN! The event will all take pace at St. Clair River Elementary School (formerly St. Clair Middle School) on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The address is 4335 Yankee Road, St. Clair MI 48079. Registration & Packet Pick-up is from 8:00-8:45am, race starting at 9:00am, awards at ~10:20am. Virtual participants/donors can pick up their t-shirt & participatory medal on Friday, February 6 (3:30-5:00pm at St. Clair River Elementary School. No awards are given to virtual participants/donors, but we appreciate your commitment and registration! Feel free to check out the event at the Chili-Heart Virtual 5k Facebook group: https://fb.me/e/lGrTUxSnx
CHILI-HEART CHILI COOK-OFF: Registration is now open to COMPETE IN ($25) or ATTEND ($15) the event. Competitors please just bring your LARGE CROC POT of chili, extension cord for power, a surge protector and serving spoon. Arrive on Saturday, February 7, 2025 at St. Clair River Elementary School between 8:30-9:30am to set-up in the cafeteria for this event. A table, cups for your chili, and utensils will be provided by ECEF. ATTENDEES are encouraged to attend to taste test the chili from 9:30-11:00am. Voting will end at 10:45am and then awards will be given out thereafter. The event officially ends at 11:00am.