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Great Limerick Run

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Limerick, Ireland · May 3, 2026
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Race Day Weather

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52°at start
59° high
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Dry

Cool start, mild winds ahead

Runners will face a cool start at 50°F, gradually warming to 59°F by the finish. With an average wind speed of 11 mph, headwinds will challenge runners in Miles 1, 11, and 13-16, while tailwinds will assist during Miles 2-3 and 19-23. Given the high humidity at 80%, maintaining hydration is key, particularly during the exposed stretches.

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Race Info

The Regeneron Great Limerick Run is the biggest mass participation sporting event outside Dublin. Every year the City of Limerick comes to a stand still as thousands of runners take over and run the Citys streets! This event has 3 seperate distance options: Full Marathon, Half Marathon & 6 Mile! Source

FAQ

When is the 2026 Great Limerick Run?

The 2026 Great Limerick Run will be held on Sunday May 3, 2026.

What is the time limit for the Great Limerick Run?

The time limit for the Great Limerick Run is 6 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Great Limerick Run?

The forecast calls for a high of 61°F and a low of 48°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 11 years of data
Avg Temp
59°F
L:52° H:60°
RunScore
7
Conditions
Rain Freq
36%
4 of 11 yrs
Wind12mph
Dew46°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

YearConditionsLow / HighRainScoreResults
2025
cloudy
48°/59°-
8
2024
partly-cloudy-day
50°/64°-
9
2023
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55°/60°-
7
2022
cloudy
54°/58°Light
8
2019
clear-day
44°/57°-
9
2018
partly-cloudy-day
47°/66°-
9
2017
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51°/59°Light
6
2016
cloudy
52°/57°Light
8
2015
partly-cloudy-day
55°/59°Light
8
2014
cloudy
55°/57°-
7
2013
partly-cloudy-day
57°/59°-
7