Runners will face a temperature rise from 53°F to 72°F, with humidity averaging 70% and a dew point of 52°F. Wind will be gentle at 9 mph from the WNW, gusting to 15 mph. Runners should start conservatively to adjust to the warming temperatures and consider hydration strategies as the race progresses.

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Race Info

The Edmonton Marathon is a 42.2-kilometer race through downtown Edmonton and the North Saskatchewan River Valley, starting and finishing at the Edmonton Convention Centre on Jasper Avenue. The course is a Boston Marathon qualifier. The race weekend also includes a half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a 1K kids run. The race hosted the Canadian Half Marathon Championships in 2025 and 2026.

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Race weekend

Sunday, August 16

7:00 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:45 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

11:00 AM10K (6.2 mi)

12:00 PM5K (3.1 mi)

1:00 PMKids 1K (0.6 mi)

FAQ

When is the 2026 Edmonton Marathon?

The 2026 Edmonton Marathon will be held on Sunday August 16, 2026.

Is the Edmonton Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 76°F and a low of 54°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 22 years of data

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57°F

L:52° H:63°

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14%

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2026	54°/67°	-	52°
2025 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2025	48°/66°	-	53°
2024 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	56°/63°	-	57°
2023 Edmonton Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2023	45°/62°	Light	42°
2022 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	61°/68°	-	58°
2019 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2019	48°/52°	Light	45°
2018 Edmonton Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2018	47°/66°	-	44°
2017 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2017	53°/59°	-	41°
2016 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2016	55°/66°	-	55°
2015 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2015	46°/63°	Light	40°
2014 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2014	44°/59°	-	48°
2013 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	57°/65°	-	56°
2012 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	59°/72°	-	54°
2011 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2011	57°/70°	-	54°
2010 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2010	52°/55°	-	53°
2009 Edmonton Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2009	46°/64°	-	50°
2008 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2008	64°/75°	-	61°
2007 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	55°/59°	-	48°
2006 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2006	54°/66°	-	51°
2005 Edmonton Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2005	55°/72°	-	55°
2004 Edmonton Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2004	45°/47°	-	45°
2001 Edmonton Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	39°/48°	-	30°