Baystate Marathon

Lowell, MA, USA · October 18, 2026

50°·62° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

50°at start

62° high

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Dry

Cool start, steady gains ahead

Runners will face a temperature rising from 46°F at the start to 62°F by the finish, with average humidity at 61%. Wind will present challenges with a headwind from miles 2-4 and 14, while a tailwind will aid runners from miles 23-25. Adjusting pacing strategy during the headwind segments and staying hydrated will be crucial for maintaining performance throughout the gently rolling course.

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Race Info

The Baystate Marathon is a marathon held in the city of Lowell, MA every October. It was first run in 1990 and has been run every year since then. The course is known as one of the flattest and fastest marathon courses in the northeastern United States. The race runs along the Merrimack River and crosses different bridges spanning this river. This fast course is often used by many runners to garner a qualifying time for the Boston Marathon as it's one of the top BQ marathons in the US. Besides the (Full) marathon, there is also a Half-Marathon and Half-Marathon Relay. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Baystate Marathon?

The 2026 Baystate Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

Is the Baystate Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 44°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 28 years of data

Avg Temp

59°F

L:44° H:60°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

14%

4 of 28 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Baystate Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	44°/69°	-	48°
2024 Baystate Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	36°/75°	-	35°
2023 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	46°/59°	-	42°
2022 Baystate Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	45°/67°	-	47°
2021 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2021	53°/62°	Light	45°
2019 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	36°/60°	-	40°
2018 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2018	45°/46°	Light	28°
2017 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	49°/73°	-	50°
2016 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2016	45°/69°	-	48°
2015 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2015	30°/44°	-	18°
2014 Baystate Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2014	48°/52°	-	34°
2013 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2013	50°/61°	Light	35°
2012 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2012	46°/63°	-	40°
2011 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2011	52°/64°	-	37°
2010 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	42°/63°	-	39°
2009 Baystate Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain or snow. 2009	36°/40°	Light	35°
2008 Baystate Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	35°/49°	-	29°
2007 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	44°/57°	-	36°
2006 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2006	38°/55°	-	32°
2005 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	52°/58°	-	40°
2004 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2004	45°/54°	-	36°
2003 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	39°/46°	-	33°
2002 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2002	45°/56°	-	36°
2001 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	47°/73°	-	47°
2000 Baystate Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2000	44°/57°	-	32°
1999 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1999	56°/75°	-	56°
1998 Baystate Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 1998	54°/78°	-	51°
1997 Baystate Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 1997	37°/55°	-	41°

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