Baltimore Marathon

Baltimore, MD, USA · October 17, 2026

57°·62° high·Breezy·Dry

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Race Day Weather

57°at start

63° high

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Mild temps, variable winds

Runners will face temperatures starting at 57°F and peaking at 62°F. A steady wind from the west-northwest at 13 mph, with gusts up to 24 mph, will create challenging conditions, especially with headwinds from miles 2-3 and 12-18. Runners should consider adjusting their pacing strategy during the headwind sections and utilize the tailwinds effectively from miles 5-6 and 10-11 for faster splits.

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The Baltimore Marathon is the flagship race of several races held in Baltimore, Maryland known collectively as the Baltimore Running Festival. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Baltimore Marathon?

The 2026 Baltimore Marathon will be held on Saturday October 17, 2026.

Is the Baltimore Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 65°F and a low of 58°F with a 10% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 22 years of data

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66°F

L:50° H:66°

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2 of 22 yrs

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Dew43°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	48°/70°	-	44°
2024 Baltimore Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning rain. 2024	39°/68°	-	39°
2023 Baltimore Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2023	56°/58°	Light	54°
2022 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	51°/70°	-	42°
2021 Baltimore Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2021	67°/72°	-	62°
2019 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	42°/64°	-	40°
2018 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2018	56°/66°	-	53°
2017 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	47°/74°	-	46°
2016 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	43°/65°	-	47°
2015 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	44°/55°	-	37°
2014 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	56°/70°	-	49°
2013 Baltimore Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2013	62°/66°	-	56°
2012 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	37°/56°	-	30°
2011 Baltimore Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	53°/71°	-	41°
2010 Baltimore Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	48°/65°	-	36°
2009 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2009	63°/71°	-	55°
2008 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2008	54°/74°	-	45°
2007 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2007	47°/66°	-	38°
2006 Baltimore Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2006	36°/61°	-	31°
2005 Baltimore Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2005	58°/75°	-	53°
2004 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2004	48°/60°	Light	44°
2003 Baltimore Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2003	45°/59°	-	40°

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