What is the weather usually like on race day for the Light The Darkness 5k?

Based on the last 10 years of weather data for Bay, AR, September race mornings typically start near 68°F and warm to around 85°F. On this calendar date it has rained in 1 of the last 10 years.

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Light The Darkness 5k

Bay, AR

Sat, Sep 19, 2026

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When

Saturday, September 19th, 2026

Where

316 N Main St, Bay AR

Distance

Typical weather

68–85°F · low rain risk

See last 10 years

On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years

2025

67–85°F

dry

2024

68–87°F

dry

2023

70–89°F

dry

2022

66–84°F

dry

2021

69–81°F

rain

2020

62–83°F

dry

2019

73–88°F

dry

2018

74–92°F

dry

2017

64–80°F

dry

2016

76–89°F

dry

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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19

Cloudy · 69–91°F

Saturday, Sep 19starts near 69°F · 24% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph

About this race

Event Overview

Join Us for the 1st Annual Light The Darkness 5K!

Event Details

Date: 2026-09-19
Location: 316 N Main St, Bay, AR
URL: Light The Darkness 5K

Purpose

We invite you to be a part of something truly meaningful — the very first Light The Darkness 5K, a community event dedicated to honoring and remembering those we've lost to suicide. This special run/walk is a time to come together in support, compassion, and hope.

Participation

For whom: Whether you’re running in memory of a loved one, walking alongside friends who have experienced loss, or simply showing your support for mental health awareness, your presence makes a difference.
Why join: Let's light the darkness together — one step, one story, one heart at a time.