Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon)

College Station, TX, USA · December 13, 2026·
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65° high
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Cool start, warming up, mixed winds

Runners will face a starting temperature of 51°F, rising to 64°F by the finish, with humidity at 73%. Light tailwinds will aid runners in the first few miles, but expect challenging headwinds from miles 7-13 and again from 16-22. Given the temperature and humidity, a conservative start pace is advised, along with hydration plans to counteract the warmth later in the race.

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Race Info

The Bryan/College Station Marathon and Half Marathon is run on a Sunday in December, starting and finishing at Wolf Pen Creek Park in College Station, Texas. The marathon course is USATF certified and a Boston Marathon qualifier. It runs through Bryan, across the Texas A&M campus and past several golf courses, with some rolling hills around miles 11 to 13 and flat ground elsewhere. The half marathon joins the marathon course around mile 8, and four-runner and eight-runner relays start with them at the same gun. Source

Race weekend

Sunday, December 13
7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)
7:00 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)
7:00 AM4-Runner Relay (26.2 mi)
7:00 AM8-Runner Relay (26.2 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon)?

The 2026 Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon) will be held on Sunday December 13, 2026.

Is the Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon) a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon) is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon)?

The time limit for the Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon) is 6.5 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Bryan/College Station Marathon (BCS Marathon)?

The forecast calls for a high of 66°F and a low of 48°F with a 9% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 14 years of data
Avg Temp
51°F
L:48° H:56°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
21%
3 of 14 yrs
Wind9mph
Dew45°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
43°/48°-
9
2024
cloudy
48°/50°Light
10
2023
clear-night
40°/52°-
9
2022
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62°/64°Light
6
2021
clear-night
38°/51°-
10
2019
cloudy
51°/63°-
7
2018
cloudy
40°/44°-
9
2017
clear-night
33°/56°-
10
2016
cloudy
58°/66°-
6
2015
rain
52°/53°Moderate
7
2014
cloudy
61°/69°-
5
2013
cloudy
32°/35°-
10
2012
cloudy
70°/75°-
4
2011
clear-night
42°/52°-
10