Bobcat Trail Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, steady climb ahead
Runners will face a cool start at 44°F, gradually warming to 58°F. A light tailwind will assist during the early miles, particularly at the start and again around mile 11. With humidity at 58%, runners should consider adjusting their pace to conserve energy, especially during the rolling terrain where climbs at miles 1 and 18 may be challenging. Pre-race feels like temperatures drop to 41°F, suggesting a throwaway layer may be beneficial.
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Race Info
The Bobcat Trail Marathon and Half Marathon run through Burr Oak State Park near Glouster, Ohio, organized by Western Reserve Racing. The marathon is a single-loop, roughly 90% trail course with rolling hills, creek crossings, and sections of the Buckeye Trail; the half marathon covers a point-to-point route over the same terrain. The marathon starts at 8:00 AM with an 8-hour cutoff, and the half marathon starts at 9:00 AM with a 7-hour cutoff. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 |  | 50°/57° | - | 49° | |
2024 |  | 38°/56° | - | 34° | |
2023 | | 31°/52° | - | 33° | |
2022 | | 39°/43° | Light | 37° |