Is February a good month for a Half Marathon?
February sits in the middle of the year for the Half Marathon, carrying 202 against 523 in October and 56 in August. Enough to choose from, and easier to get into than the races at the peak of the season.
When in February are most Half Marathon races held?
The busiest weekend is February 13 and February 14, with 75 Half Marathon races on those two days, and the single busiest day is Saturday, February 27 with 66. Another 7 fall on a weekday, which is worth knowing if you are traveling for one.
When should I sign up for a February Half Marathon?
As early as you can. 56 of these February Half Marathon races already have a price increase on the calendar, and 194 are open for entry right now. Another 6 have published an opening date and have not opened yet.
How much does a February Half Marathon cost to enter?
The typical entry is $30, with paid entries running from $0.01 up to $500. Entry fees climb as race day gets closer, so the same race is usually cheapest the week it opens.
What is a good Half Marathon time?
Across the 70 of these February Half Marathon races with published results from past editions, the median finisher ran 2:09:41, and the median winning time was 1:24:58. So anything under 2:09:41 puts you in the faster half of a typical field. That is the middle of these RunSignup fields, walkers and charity entrants included, not a national average.
How big is a typical February Half Marathon field?
The median one finished 87 runners, across the 70 of these February Half Marathon races with published results from past editions. Most are far smaller than the big-city events people picture, which means less crowding at the start and a friendlier field, with a last recorded finisher at 3:29:43.
Which states have the most February Half Marathon races?
California has 30, Florida has 30, Texas has 30, Georgia has 12, Arizona has 8. If you are willing to travel, those are the states where a February weekend gives you the most to choose from.
Are there trail Half Marathon races in February?
Yes, 9 races around the United States get you off the pavement: 7 are trail races, and 2 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.