Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Boise, ID, USA · May 15, 2027
partly-cloudy-day54°·75° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

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54°at start
77° high
Breezy
Dry

Warming day, moderate winds

Runners will face temperatures rising from 54°F at the start to 77°F by the finish, with a max wind of 9 mph from the WSW. With average humidity at 36% and a dew point of 37°F, conditions are generally favorable. Runners should consider adjusting their pace as temperatures climb and stay hydrated throughout the race.

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Race Info

The Treasure Valley YMCA is proud to bring you the 48th annual YMCA Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs presented by the Idaho Potato Commisson. All of our races take place on the flat and scenic Boise Greenbelt starting and finishing at the The Morrison Center. Source

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When is the 2027 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon?

The 2027 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon will be held on Saturday May 15, 2027.

Is the Famous Idaho Potato Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Famous Idaho Potato Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Famous Idaho Potato Marathon?

The time limit for the Famous Idaho Potato Marathon is 8 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 77°F and a low of 51°F with a 4% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 27 years of data
Avg Temp
72°F
L:52° H:72°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
7%
2 of 27 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew34°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScore

2026 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2026
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49°/62°-
7

2025 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2025
cloudy
51°/54°Light
7

2024 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2024
clear-day
43°/71°-
8

2023 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2023
clear-day
53°/77°-
8

2022 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2022
cloudy
51°/67°Light
8

2021 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2021
clear-night
62°/83°-
8

2020 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2020
partly-cloudy-day
72°/97°-
6

2019 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2019
clear-day
45°/63°-
9

2018 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
clear-day
53°/77°-
8

2017 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2017
partly-cloudy-day
52°/74°-
8

2016 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2016
cloudy
49°/58°-
8

2015 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
66°/77°-
8

2014 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2014
clear-day
49°/76°-
8

2013 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2013
clear-day
46°/65°-
8

2012 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2012
clear-day
44°/71°-
8

2011 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain.

2011
cloudy
64°/84°-
8

2010 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2010
clear-day
53°/77°-
8

2009 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2009
clear-day
45°/76°-
8

2009 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2009
clear-day
36°/56°-
6

2008 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2008
clear-day
56°/89°-
8

2007 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2007
clear-day
57°/78°-
8

2006 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2006
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59°/74°-
8

2005 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2005
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56°/73°-
8

2004 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2004
partly-cloudy-day
41°/56°-
8

2003 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2003
cloudy
56°/78°-
8

2002 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2002
clear-day
37°/62°-
8

2001 Famous Idaho Potato Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon.

2001
cloudy
53°/61°-
7

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