Capital City Marathon

Olympia, WA, USA · May 16, 2027

52°·60° high·Light·Dry

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66° high

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Cool start, steady climb

Runners will face a temperature rise from 52°F at the start to 60°F by the finish, with humidity at 72% and a dew point of 49°F. Wind will be light from the WSW, making it a non-factor. Adjusting pace early is advised to account for the humidity as temperatures increase.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Capital City Marathon has run through Olympia, Washington since 1980, when it was founded by members of the Olympia Rainrunners Club a few years before the city hosted the first U.S. Women's Olympic Marathon Trials. The nonprofit Capital City Marathon Association still organizes the event, offering a Boston-qualifying marathon alongside a half marathon and five-mile race that start and finish near Sylvester Park in downtown Olympia. The certified course rolls through the city, surrounding countryside, and neighborhoods before a fast half-mile downhill finish.

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Race weekend

Sunday, May 16

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:45 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

8:00 AM5M (5.0 mi)

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FAQ

When is the 2027 Capital City Marathon?

The 2027 Capital City Marathon will be held on Sunday May 16, 2027.

Is the Capital City Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

What is the time limit for the Capital City Marathon?

The time limit for the Capital City Marathon is 6.5 hours.

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

The forecast calls for a high of 69°F and a low of 48°F with a 13% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 12 years of data

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53°F

L:49° H:57°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

42%

5 of 12 yrs

Wind4mph

Dew47°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	37°/53°	-	41°
2025 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	47°/56°	-	39°
2024 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	46°/56°	-	42°
2023 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	52°/57°	-	47°
2022 Capital City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2022	51°/53°	Light	50°
2019 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2019	52°/57°	Light	52°
2018 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	54°/62°	-	46°
2017 Capital City Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	51°/67°	-	51°
2016 Capital City Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2016	52°/53°	Light	49°
2015 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	48°/59°	-	47°
2014 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2014	49°/59°	Light	48°
2013 Capital City Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	51°/56°	Light	48°