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Cowtown Marathon

Fort Worth, TX, USA • March 1, 2026

Race Day Weather

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77° high

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Warm day, manage the wind

Runners will face a temperature rise from 61°F at the start to a peak of 73°F. With an average humidity of 75%, pacing should be conservative early on. Wind will vary, featuring crosswinds in the early miles, but a significant headwind from miles 7 to 19 will require extra effort. Taking advantage of tailwinds in the later miles can aid finishing times.

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Distance: 26.2mi

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The Cowtown Marathon is an annual marathon held every last weekend in February in Fort Worth, Texas. The two-day activities include two 5Ks, a 10K, the half marathon, marathon and ultra marathon. With 29,000 participants in 2014, the Cowtown is the largest multi-event in Texas. Wikipedia

FAQ

When is the 2026 Cowtown Marathon?

The 2026 Cowtown Marathon will be held on Sunday March 1, 2026.

Is the Cowtown Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Cowtown Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Cowtown Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 79°F and a low of 60°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

Avg Temp

64°F

L:47° H:64°

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Conditions

Rain Freq

17%

4 of 24 yrs

Wind15mph

Dew40°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Cowtown Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2025	42°/63°	-	40°
2024 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	55°/81°	-	45°
2023 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	49°/60°	-	52°
2022 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	31°/55°	-	23°
2020 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2020	57°/75°	-	54°
2019 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	37°/56°	-	23°
2018 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	45°/66°	-	44°
2017 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2017	46°/63°	-	40°
2016 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	58°/75°	-	54°
2014 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2014	56°/68°	-	50°
2013 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	39°/67°	-	39°
2012 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	43°/62°	-	39°
2011 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2011	65°/77°	-	62°
2010 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with early morning snow or rain. 2010	34°/62°	-	33°
2009 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2009	35°/47°	-	20°
2008 Cowtown Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	35°/62°	-	33°
2007 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2007	63°/68°	Light	31°
2006 Cowtown Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2006	50°/52°	Light	48°
2005 Cowtown Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain. 2005	47°/53°	Light	42°
2004 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	45°/59°	-	45°
2003 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2003	45°/63°	-	41°
2002 Cowtown Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2002	45°/72°	-	31°
2001 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2001	57°/70°	Light	54°
2000 Cowtown Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2000	58°/67°	-	26°

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