Fox Cities Marathon

Appleton, WI, USA • September 20, 2026

Race Day Weather

58°

74° high

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Dry

Comfortable temps, big temp swing

Mild 58°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Temps will climb significantly to 74°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing. Moderate humidity at 72% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.

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FAQ

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.

Historical Weather

Based on 24 years of data

Avg Temp

68°F

L:52° H:69°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

21%

5 of 24 yrs

Wind10mph

Dew52°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2025 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2025	62°/74°	-	64°
2024 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2024	63°/66°	Light	61°
2023 Fox Cities Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2023	52°/67°	-	52°
2022 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain. 2022	66°/75°	-	65°
2021 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2021	55°/85°	-	62°
2018 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2018	46°/71°	-	49°
2017 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2017	65°/89°	-	67°
2016 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2016	53°/75°	-	56°
2015 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2015	48°/70°	Light	49°
2014 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2014	55°/59°	Light	51°
2013 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2013	40°/56°	-	39°
2012 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	36°/56°	-	33°
2011 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	55°/65°	-	53°
2010 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2010	45°/60°	-	42°
2009 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2009	48°/73°	-	52°
2008 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2008	52°/70°	-	53°
2007 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2007	48°/78°	-	46°
2006 Fox Cities Marathon Clearing in the afternoon with early morning rain. 2006	51°/62°	-	42°
2005 Fox Cities Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2005	63°/66°	Light	64°
2004 Fox Cities Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2004	46°/72°	-	48°
2003 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2003	44°/50°	-	42°
2002 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2002	58°/70°	Light	62°
2001 Fox Cities Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	46°/68°	-	50°
2000 Fox Cities Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2000	61°/73°	-	55°