Baystate Marathon

Lowell, MA, USA · October 18, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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50°at start
62° high
Breezy
Dry

Cool conditions, steady pace recommended

Runners will face a temperature rise from 46°F at the start to 62°F by finish. Winds will be light at 10 mph from the SW, with gusts up to 23 mph. With humidity at 61% and a dew point of 42°F, conditions are favorable, but maintaining a steady pace is advised for optimal performance.

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Race Info

The Baystate Marathon is a marathon held in the city of Lowell, MA every October. It was first run in 1990 and has been run every year since then. The course is known as one of the flattest and fastest marathon courses in the northeastern United States. The race runs along the Merrimack River and crosses different bridges spanning this river. This fast course is often used by many runners to garner a qualifying time for the Boston Marathon as it's one of the top BQ marathons in the US. Besides the (Full) marathon, there is also a Half-Marathon and Half-Marathon Relay. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Baystate Marathon?

The 2026 Baystate Marathon will be held on Sunday October 18, 2026.

Is the Baystate Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 44°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 28 years of data
Avg Temp
59°F
L:44° H:60°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
14%
4 of 28 yrs
Wind11mph
Dew38°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
clear-day
44°/69°-
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2024
clear-day
36°/75°-
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2023
clear-day
46°/59°-
8
2022
clear-day
45°/67°-
8
2021
rain
53°/62°Light
8
2019
clear-day
36°/60°-
8
2018
rain
45°/46°Light
7
2017
clear-day
49°/73°-
8
2016
clear-day
45°/69°-
8
2015
clear-day
30°/44°-
7
2014
cloudy
48°/52°-
7
2013
rain
50°/61°Light
8
2012
clear-day
46°/63°-
8
2011
clear-day
52°/64°-
8
2010
clear-day
42°/63°-
8
2009
rain
36°/40°Light
5
2008
clear-day
35°/49°-
7
2007
clear-day
44°/57°-
8
2006
clear-day
38°/55°-
8
2005
clear-day
52°/58°-
6
2004
clear-day
45°/54°-
8
2003
cloudy
39°/46°-
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2002
clear-day
45°/56°-
8
2001
clear-day
47°/73°-
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2000
partly-cloudy-day
44°/57°-
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1999
partly-cloudy-day
56°/75°-
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1998
partly-cloudy-day
54°/78°-
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1997
partly-cloudy-day
37°/55°-
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