I'm running a half marathon on Saturday morning and it's looking like it'll be a wet one. I've never run a HM in the rain before. Current plan: it'll be warm, so just wear the usual shorts and singlet along with the usual shoes (Saucony Endorphin Pro); wear a poncho as a throwaway layer so I stay dry prior to the race. Anything wrong with this plan?
Have you thought about a cap or visor to help keep the rain out of your face/eyes? For me, squinting can make my face tense, which I assume doesn't help.
I always wear a hat with a brim when running in the rain. It does help to keep the rain out of your eyes.
Yeah you'll be fine OP. Stay dry for as long as you can. If the temps are warm then you should dress for the temps & not the rain. It'll still feel warm running if the temps are high enough. If you're going to warm up before the race I'd maybe wear a jacket (or long sleeve), maybe pants. But then I'd change into a dry singlet/shorts if that's possible.
Watch out for the nips. I don't usually need to band-aid for a half, but in rain or extreme heat/humidity they need a little extra protection
Get a wash rag and tuck it in front of your shorts, kind of like a qb does on football field.