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Vernonia Marathon

Banks, OR, USA · April 12, 2026
cloudy52°·55° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

cloudy
52°at start
56° high
Breezy
Rain possible

Cool, wet conditions

Runners will face temperatures starting at 52°F and rising to 56°F, coupled with high humidity at 85%. Wind will be light at 9 mph from the SSW. Given the wet conditions, runners should maintain a conservative pace and ensure proper hydration throughout the race.

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Race Info

Imagine running a beautiful, tree-lined course along the 21-mile Banks-Vernonia State Trail. All events feature a gentle 7-mile, 400-foot downhill into Banks. The marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifier, is run on a point-to-point course, with 23 miles closed to vehicular traffic. The marathon and marathon relay start in Vernonia. The half marathon starts in Stub Stewart State Park. Source

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FAQ

When is the 2026 Vernonia Marathon?

The 2026 Vernonia Marathon will be held on Sunday April 12, 2026.

Is the Vernonia Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Vernonia Marathon?

The time limit for the Vernonia Marathon is 7 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 56°F and a low of 51°F with a 100% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data
Avg Temp
56°F
L:44° H:57°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
50%
2 of 4 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew39°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
40°/64°-
9
2024
clear-day
50°/68°-
9
2023
rain
46°/50°Light
7
2022
rain
40°/45°Light
7