Boston Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool morning, steady tailwinds
Runners will face a comfortable temperature range of 52°F to 56°F, with a steady tailwind throughout. Wind speeds will reach up to 15 mph, creating beneficial conditions from mile 1 to 5 and again from miles 12 to 17. With average humidity at 52%, hydration should be balanced but not overly aggressive. Expect tougher conditions on the crosswind stretches from miles 6 to 11 and 13 to 27, where pacing adjustments may be necessary.
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The Boston Marathon is an annual marathon race hosted by several cities and towns in greater Boston in eastern Massachusetts, United States. It is traditionally held on Patriots' Day, the third Monday of April. Begun in 1897, the event was inspired by the success of the first marathon competition in the 1896 Summer Olympics. The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's best-known road racing events. It is one of six World Marathon Majors. Its course runs from Hopkinton in southern Middlesex County to Copley Square in Boston. Wikipedia
Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
