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Athens Marathon

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Race Day Weather

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43°at start
58° high
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Dry

Cool and breezy, steady pace

Runners will face temperatures ranging from 41°F at the start to 58°F by the finish, with a mild breeze from the WNW at 14 mph. Humidity will be comfortable at 48%, ensuring an invigorating atmosphere. Runners should maintain a steady pace and dress in layers to adapt to the cooling conditions.

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Race Info

Come to beautiful Athens, Ohio and run the state's longest consecutively run marathon.

Starting in 1968 the Athens Marathon hasn't taken a break since giving it the title of "Ohio's Longest Running Marathon." With that rich history participants will start in beautiful Uptown Athens right next to the College Green of Ohio University. The course soon connects with the Hockhocking-Adena Bikeway for a fast and flat remainder of the race before finishing on the Ohio University track. You'll experience the rich views Athens has to offer in spring time while you meander along the Hocking River valley. Though Athens is known for its foothills, you'll stay safely in the valley for the marathon course making this an ideal fast race course to get your Boston Marathon qualifier. Come join us for the Athens Marathon or Half-Marathon, we know you'll enjoy our town!
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FAQ

When is the 2026 Athens Marathon?

The 2026 Athens Marathon will be held on Sunday April 19, 2026.

Is the Athens Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Athens Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Athens Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 58°F and a low of 42°F with a 100% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data
Avg Temp
66°F
L:46° H:67°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
29%
7 of 24 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore
2025
clear-day
32°/62°-
8
2024
clear-day
56°/81°Light
7
2023
clear-day
59°/76°-
8
2022
clear-day
36°/58°-
8
2019
rain
50°/76°Light
6
2018
rain
60°/65°Light
7
2017
clear-day
35°/74°-
8
2016
cloudy
27°/51°Light
7
2015
clear-day
61°/74°-
8
2014
partly-cloudy-day
65°/81°-
7
2013
partly-cloudy-day
39°/68°-
8
2012
clear-day
40°/68°-
8
2011
clear-day
27°/59°-
8
2010
clear-day
34°/72°-
8
2009
clear-day
34°/73°-
8
2008
partly-cloudy-day
44°/66°-
9
2007
rain
61°/71°Light
6
2006
cloudy
48°/61°-
8
2005
clear-day
43°/75°-
8
2004
cloudy
35°/40°-
5
2003
clear-day
35°/59°-
8
2002
rain
57°/68°Light
7
2001
cloudy
71°/80°-
7
2000
rain
48°/57°Light
8