Fox Cities Marathon

Appleton, WI, USA · September 20, 2026
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Cool start, moderate breeze ahead

Runners will face a temperature rise from 49°F to 61°F, with average humidity at 65%. Wind will be a moderate 14 mph from the WNW, with gusts up to 34 mph. Despite a light rain chance, it’s advisable to maintain a steady pace and hydrate regularly, especially as temperatures increase.

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The Fox Cities Marathon is an annual road race weekend held each September in the Fox Cities area of Wisconsin, with the marathon, half marathon and relay starting in Menasha and finishing at Riverside Park in Neenah, alongside a Saturday 10K/5K and an expo in Appleton. Founded in 1991 by Gloria West, the marathon and half marathon courses are USATF-certified and the marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. It is run by a 501(c)3 nonprofit that has returned more than $1.3 million to the local community over its history. The course crosses the 1,600-foot Fox Cities Trestle Trail Bridge, the longest pedestrian bridge in Wisconsin. Sunday events have been cancelled for severe weather twice, in 2019 and 2024, and the 2020 race was cancelled due to COVID-19.

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When is the 2026 Fox Cities Marathon?

The 2026 Fox Cities Marathon will be held on Sunday September 20, 2026.

Is the Fox Cities Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Fox Cities Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Fox Cities Marathon?

The time limit for the Fox Cities Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Fox Cities Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 62°F and a low of 44°F with a 19% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data
Avg Temp
69°F
L:53° H:69°
RunScore
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Rain Freq
24%
6 of 25 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew53°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2025
fog
62°/74°-
8

2024 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2024
rain
63°/66°Light
6

2023 Fox Cities Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2023
clear-day
52°/67°-
8

2022 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2022
partly-cloudy-day
66°/75°-
8

2021 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2021
partly-cloudy-day
55°/85°-
7

2019 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2019
rain
69°/72°Light
6

2018 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2018
clear-day
46°/71°-
9

2017 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2017
clear-day
65°/89°-
7

2016 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2016
clear-day
53°/75°-
8

2015 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2015
rain
48°/70°Light
8

2014 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later.

2014
rain
55°/59°Light
7

2013 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2013
clear-day
40°/56°-
9

2012 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2012
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36°/56°-
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2011 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2011
cloudy
55°/65°-
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2010 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2010
partly-cloudy-day
45°/60°-
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2009 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2009
cloudy
48°/73°-
8

2008 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2008
partly-cloudy-day
52°/70°-
9

2007 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2007
clear-day
48°/78°-
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2006 Fox Cities Marathon

Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain.

2006
partly-cloudy-day
51°/62°-
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2005 Fox Cities Marathon

Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2005
cloudy
63°/66°Light
7

2004 Fox Cities Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2004
clear-day
46°/72°-
8

2003 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2003
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44°/50°-
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2002 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day.

2002
rain
58°/70°Light
8

2001 Fox Cities Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2001
clear-day
46°/68°-
8

2000 Fox Cities Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon.

2000
partly-cloudy-day
61°/73°-
7

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