Brew City Marathon

Milwaukee, WI, USA · April 17, 2027

39°·40° high·Breezy·Dry

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39°at start

40° high

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Cool start, tailwind early

Runners will face a cool start at 39°F, only rising to 40°F by the finish. A steady tailwind of 13 mph will assist from miles 1-6 and 14-19, while a headwind will challenge runners from miles 7-13 and 20-26. With humidity at 77%, maintaining hydration is crucial, especially during the headwind sections.

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The Brew City Marathon, since its start in 2015, takes runners through Milwaukee with a course that begins and ends at McKinley Park. The predominantly flat route, ideal for Boston Marathon qualifiers, winds along the Oak Leaf Trail, showcasing the city's lakeshore and the Milwaukee River. With an elevation gain and loss of about 337 feet, all paved, it's perfect for those chasing personal bests.

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When is the 2027 Brew City Marathon?

The 2027 Brew City Marathon will be held on Saturday April 17, 2027.

Is the Brew City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Brew City Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Brew City Marathon?

The time limit for the Brew City Marathon is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Brew City Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 45°F and a low of 38°F with a 12% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

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Based on 9 years of data

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51°F

L:45° H:52°

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Rain Freq

33%

3 of 9 yrs

Wind16mph

Dew33°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2026	40°/45°	-	30°
2025 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2025	47°/56°	-	39°
2024 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	39°/45°	-	20°
2023 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2023	38°/43°	Light	32°
2021 Brew City Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2021	69°/81°	-	52°
2019 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	39°/45°	-	24°
2018 Brew City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain or snow throughout the day. 2018	36°/37°	Light	35°
2017 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2017	68°/81°	-	54°
2016 Brew City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain or snow in the morning and afternoon. 2016	30°/36°	Light	27°