In the face of a severe snow squall, whiteout conditions, biting wind and driving snow, a hardy band of stalwarts kept the annual tradition alive to challenge Mother Nature and jump into Barnstable Harbor on New Year’s Day 2026.  With air temperatures below freezing and water temperatures only slightly warmer, these hardy swimmers put it all on the line.  Many who have been part of the Splash in the past agree that 2026 had some of the worst weather conditions since the Splash was first held 29 years ago. Our congratulations to all who braved the conditions!