Athens Marathon

Athens, OH, USAApril 19, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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62°
78° high
Breezy
Slight chance

Cool start, warm finish

Runners will face starting temperatures at 62°F, rising to 78°F by the end of the race. Winds will be a gentle SW at 11 mph, with gusts up to 26 mph. With humidity at 71% and a high dew point of 60°F, pacing adjustments are advised for the warmer conditions later in the race.

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Distance: 26.2mi
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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 78°F and a low of 61°F with a 29% 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