Gold Coast Marathon

Southport, Australia · July 5, 2026
partly-cloudy-day57°·68° high·Breezy·Dry
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Race Day Weather

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57°at start
68° high
Breezy
Dry

Cool morning, gradual warm-up

Runners will face a temperature rising from 57°F at the start to a peak of 68°F. A light wind from the SW at 11 mph will provide a slight tailwind throughout, but with humidity at 72%, hydration will be essential. Adjusting pace early on is advisable to accommodate the warming conditions.

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The Gold Coast Marathon is an annual road marathon on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, first held in 1979. Marketed as "Australia's premier road race", the marathon is the only race in Australia to hold World Athletics Label status. The marathon is held on the first Sunday of July each year, with other races held the day before. Wikipedia

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When is the 2026 Gold Coast Marathon?

The 2026 Gold Coast Marathon will be held on Sunday July 5, 2026.

Is the Gold Coast Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Gold Coast Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What is the time limit for the Gold Coast Marathon?

The time limit for the Gold Coast Marathon is 6.67 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Gold Coast Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 68°F and a low of 56°F with a 0% chance of rain.

Historical Weather

Based on 20 years of data
Avg Temp
69°F
L:53° H:69°
RunScore
8
Conditions
Rain Freq
25%
5 of 20 yrs
Wind10mph
Dew52°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults

2025 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2025
cloudy
61°/73°-
8

2024 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2024
cloudy
60°/67°-
7

2023 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2023
partly-cloudy-day
58°/68°-
8

2022 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2022
partly-cloudy-day
57°/66°Light
8

2019 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2019
partly-cloudy-day
59°/68°-
8

2018 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain.

2018
partly-cloudy-day
57°/71°-
8

2017 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2017
clear-day
49°/70°-
9

2016 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2016
clear-day
46°/70°-
9

2015 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2015
clear-day
50°/71°-
9

2014 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2014
clear-day
43°/66°-
9

2013 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2013
clear-day
52°/70°-
8

2012 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain.

2012
partly-cloudy-day
50°/71°Light
8

2011 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2011
partly-cloudy-day
57°/68°-
9

2010 Gold Coast Marathon

Becoming cloudy in the afternoon with morning rain.

2010
clear-day
52°/68°Light
8

2009 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day.

2009
clear-day
41°/64°-
9

2008 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2008
partly-cloudy-day
57°/72°-
8

2006 Gold Coast Marathon

Clear conditions throughout the day with morning rain.

2006
clear-day
45°/73°Light
8

2005 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with morning rain.

2005
clear-day
50°/66°Light
8

2004 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day.

2004
clear-day
59°/76°-
8

2003 Gold Coast Marathon

Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain.

2003
partly-cloudy-day
53°/68°-
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