Albany Combos Marathon

Runners will face a cool start at 47°F, gradually warming to 67°F by race end. Expect a light crosswind initially, shifting to headwinds from miles 5-6 and 23, with tailwinds aiding from miles 7-14 and 17-19. With humidity at 54%, runners should hydrate regularly and consider a conservative pace early to adapt to the rising temperatures.

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The Albany Marathon and Half Marathon is held in early March in downtown Albany, Georgia, with both races starting at 7:00 AM. The USATF-certified course is flat, with aid stations about every two miles, and runners have 7 hours to finish. The organizers say more than 20 percent of marathon finishers qualify for Boston, and marathon runners get free admission to a music festival downtown. Source

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Saturday, March 6

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

7:15 AM5K (3.1 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2027 Albany Combos Marathon?

The 2027 Albany Combos Marathon will be held on Saturday March 6, 2027.

Is the Albany Combos Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Albany Combos Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Albany Combos Marathon?

The time limit for the Albany Combos Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Albany Combos Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 72°F and a low of 48°F with a 7% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 14 years of data

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54°F

L:47° H:62°

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1 of 14 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2026	59°/75°	-	65°
2025 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	43°/70°	-	41°
2024 Albany Combos Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with early morning rain. 2024	50°/54°	-	52°
2023 Albany Combos Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	59°/74°	-	53°
2022 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	54°/72°	-	56°
2020 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	38°/50°	-	29°
2019 Albany Combos Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	61°/69°	-	62°
2018 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	36°/57°	-	30°
2017 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	41°/57°	-	26°
2016 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	39°/59°	-	42°
2015 Albany Combos Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	33°/53°	-	33°
2014 Albany Combos Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2014	42°/61°	-	41°
2013 Albany Combos Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	34°/43°	-	29°
2012 Albany Combos Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2012	68°/71°	Light	66°