Run with purpose along the serene banks of the South Saskatchewan River at the First Responders Half Marathon - Saskatoon on Sunday 18th October 2026. This meaningful event invites you to honor and support the brave first responders in our communities while challenging yourself on the beautiful, paved trails of the Meewasin Valley system. Choose your distance from a half marathon, 10km, 5km, or a 1km family fun run, each sharing a day dedicated to camaraderie, health, and raising vital funds for first responder mental health through OSI-CAN. More than just a race, it's a powerful expression of community solidarity, where every stride contributes to awareness and essential peer support services for those who protect us. Experience a uniquely uplifting atmosphere that blends personal achievement with profound collective gratitude, all within the stunning natural beauty of one of Canada's most scenic urban parklands. Lace up for a run that truly matters, where your finish line effort supports the heroes on our front lines.
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Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Saskatoon.
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1.6° / 11.1°
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-3.1° / 6.5°
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Avg sunshine hours
7h 28m
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Avg rainfall
0.7 mm
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Avg snowfall
0.1 cm
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Avg wind speed
14.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.8)
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Humidity
67.0%
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Sunrise
07:34
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Sunset
18:10
About Saskatoon
Learn more about the host city, Saskatoon.
Saskatoon is a city in West Central Saskatchewan. With a metropolitan population of approximately 317,000 people (2021), it is the province's largest city, and its economic and cultural hub. It has a beautiful setting along the South Saskatchewan River, and makes the most of it with parks and bridges. It's a little oasis among wheat fields.
