Fargo Marathon

Fargo, ND, USA · May 30, 2026

69°·85° high·Windy·Dry

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69°at start

87° high

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Warm start, rising heat, adjust pace

Runners will face a starting temperature of 65°F, climbing to a warm 86°F by race end. Wind will be a factor with a consistent headwind at 21 mph and gusts up to 32 mph. Given the heat and moderate humidity, it's advisable to start conservatively and stay hydrated throughout the race.

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The Fargo Marathon is an annual road running marathon in Fargo, North Dakota, first held in 2005. Most years, it begins and ends inside the Fargodome, and the course also travels through Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo's twin city. The event weekend also hosts a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The race is a USATF-qualified course, so marathon finish times can be used to qualify for the Boston Marathon. The event has been sponsored by Sanford Health. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Fargo Marathon?

The 2026 Fargo Marathon will be held on Saturday May 30, 2026.

Is the Fargo Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

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

The forecast calls for a high of 87°F and a low of 65°F with a 8% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 20 years of data

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65°F

L:51° H:65°

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Rain Freq

25%

5 of 20 yrs

Wind17mph

Dew41°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2025	58°/83°	-	51°
2024 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	60°/75°	-	46°
2023 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	54°/72°	-	41°
2022 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2022	48°/63°	-	39°
2021 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	53°/75°	-	42°
2019 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2019	45°/47°	Light	43°
2018 Fargo Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2018	42°/64°	-	40°
2017 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	47°/51°	Light	31°
2016 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	63°/82°	-	44°
2015 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	36°/51°	-	30°
2014 Fargo Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with late afternoon rain. 2014	46°/64°	-	36°
2013 Fargo Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with rain clearing later. 2013	59°/77°	Light	61°
2012 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2012	72°/90°	-	51°
2011 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2011	61°/70°	-	54°
2010 Fargo Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2010	59°/75°	-	45°
2009 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2009	37°/41°	Light	32°
2008 Fargo Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2008	52°/72°	-	30°
2007 Fargo Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2007	46°/52°	-	44°
2006 Fargo Marathon Clearing in the afternoon. 2006	48°/60°	-	36°
2005 Fargo Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with rain or snow clearing later. 2005	36°/44°	Light	37°

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