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Cedar Rapids Running Weather

Saturday, April 11, 2026 · Hour-by-hour forecast updated 10:05 AM CDT

Best Time to Run in Cedar Rapids Today

5 AM–7 AM

51°F and overcast at peak. Wind 7 mph from the SE, dew point 49°F.

87
Peak FitScore
Temperature
51°F / feels 48°
Wind
7 mph SE, gusts 17
Dew Point
49°F — comfortable
Humidity
92%
UV Index
0 — Low
Air Quality
40 AQI — Good

Hourly running conditions

☁️ 10 AM
78
49° feels 42° 10 mph ESE 3% rain
☁️ 11 AM
83
51° feels 46° 10 mph SE 3% rain
☁️ 12 PM
83
51° feels 46° 10 mph SE 6% rain
🌧️ 1 PM
75
52° feels 47° 10 mph SSE 14% rain
🌧️ 2 PM
71
52° feels 47° 11 mph SSE 22% rain
🌦️ 3 PM
57
52° feels 46° 14 mph SE 31% rain
☁️ 4 PM
70
53° feels 47° 12 mph SE 37% rain
☁️ 5 PM
69
52° feels 46° 12 mph SE 36% rain
🌧️ 6 PM
70
51° feels 47° 10 mph SE 30% rain
🌧️ 7 PM
58
50° feels 43° 15 mph SE 24% rain
🌦️ 8 PM
65
50° feels 45° 10 mph ESE 20% rain
☁️ 9 PM
80
50° feels 45° 11 mph SE 8% rain
80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair Below 40 Poor

7-day running forecast

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Today Apr 11
53° / 37°
87
🏃 5 AM–8 AM 💧 37%
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Sun Apr 12
72° / 53°
87
🏃 5 AM–8 AM 💧 66%
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Mon Apr 13
74° / 58°
79
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 66%
🌧️
Tue Apr 14
82° / 65°
66
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 56%
🌧️
Wed Apr 15
75° / 60°
73
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 56%
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Thu Apr 16
75° / 54°
87
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 44%
🌧️
Fri Apr 17
76° / 59°
73
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 53%
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🌤 Tomorrow in Cedar Rapids: Best window: 9–11 AM (FitScore 95) 6am: 48°F, feels 45° — NW 8mph 9am: 58°F, feels 56° — W 12mph 12pm: 66°F, feels 65° — SW 8mph ☔ Rain likely after 3pm.
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Cedar Rapids running weather FAQ

What's the best time to run in Cedar Rapids today?

Based on today's FitScore analysis, the best time to run is 5 AM–7 AM with a peak FitScore of 87/100. Check the hourly breakdown above for detailed conditions throughout the day.

What months are best for running in Cedar Rapids?

The best months for running in Cedar Rapids are April, May, September, October. The most challenging months are typically January, February. Summer humidity rivals the Southeast. Watch for fast-moving thunderstorms in the afternoon.

What is the FitScore?

FitScore rates each hour from 0–100 for outdoor exercise based on temperature, humidity, dew point, wind, precipitation probability, UV index, and air quality. Higher scores mean better conditions.

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