Med City Marathon

Rochester, MN, USA · May 17, 2026

53°·65° high·Breezy·Dry

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53°at start

66° high

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Comfortable temps, warming through the race

Mild 53°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temperatures rising to 66°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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Race Info

We are working to make the Rochester community come alive with the annual Med City Marathon, presented by Active PT! One of the Midwest’s premier race event weekends.

Weekend events include: Boston Qualifier/USATF certified Marathon, Marathon Relay (2 or 4 person teams), GPC Half Marathon, Altra 5K, Kids Race, and the Med City Health & Fitness Expo.

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Med City Marathon?

The 2026 Med City Marathon will be held on Sunday May 17, 2026.

Is the Med City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Med City Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Med City Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 52°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 9 years of data

Avg Temp

72°F

L:58° H:73°

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Rain Freq

22%

2 of 9 yrs

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Med City Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2025	43°/55°	-	35°
2024 Med City Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2024	50°/69°	-	37°
2023 Med City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2023	59°/66°	-	54°
2022 Med City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2022	64°/77°	Light	62°
2021 Med City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	63°/80°	-	64°
2019 Med City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	52°/70°	-	46°
2018 Med City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	67°/94°	-	59°
2017 Med City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	58°/69°	-	46°
2016 Med City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2016	63°/72°	Light	64°

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