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Avenue of the Giants Marathon

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Eureka, CA, USA · May 3, 2026
cloudy49°·55° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

cloudy
49°at start
55° high
Breezy
Dry

Mild temps, strategic wind shifts

Runners will face a temperature range from 48°F to 55°F, with high humidity at 98%. Wind will shift from crosswinds to tailwinds at various points, notably a headwind from miles 11 to 20. To optimize performance, runners should adjust their pace during the headwind sections and take advantage of the tailwinds towards the end.

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Race Info

The Avenue of the Giants Marathon is held annually in May along the Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt Redwoods State Park in Humboldt County, California, United States. \n\n The course, consisting of two out-and-back legs, is almost entirely under the canopy of redwood trees. Half marathon and 10K races are run concurrently. The event, one of four larger annual races organized by the Six Rivers Running Club, was first run in 1972. In 2011, more than 2300 runners participated. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon?

The 2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

Is the Avenue of the Giants Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Avenue of the Giants Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Avenue of the Giants Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 55°F and a low of 48°F with a 100% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data
Avg Temp
58°F
L:49° H:58°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
16%
4 of 25 yrs
Wind14mph
Dew49°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
46°/59°-
7
2024
rain
41°/55°Light
8
2023
cloudy
47°/54°Light
8
2022
clear-day
48°/56°-
8
2021
cloudy
57°/65°-
8
2019
cloudy
47°/57°-
8
2018
cloudy
50°/59°-
8
2017
clear-day
48°/56°-
6
2016
clear-day
52°/78°-
8
2015
cloudy
48°/55°-
8
2014
cloudy
55°/61°Light
8
2013
partly-cloudy-day
50°/59°-
8
2012
clear-day
46°/59°-
8
2011
clear-day
44°/55°-
8
2010
clear-day
47°/55°-
7
2009
cloudy
51°/55°-
8
2008
cloudy
48°/57°-
8
2007
clear-day
50°/69°-
8
2006
clear-day
50°/57°-
7
2005
clear-day
53°/58°-
9
2004
fog
50°/57°-
8
2003
rain
50°/56°Light
8
2002
cloudy
47°/54°-
7
2001
clear-day
51°/58°-
8
2000
cloudy
51°/55°-
6