Great New York State Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, mild finish
Runners will face a temperature rise from 43°F at the start to a mild 56°F by race's end. With a max wind of 10 mph from the WSW and gusts up to 25 mph, pacing adjustments may be necessary. Humidity will be moderate at 66%, so hydration should be prioritized, especially as temperatures increase.
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Race Info
This weekend of races starts at the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater and passes through a series of beautiful tree lined trails with magnificent Fall colors and crisp fresh air around Onondaga Lake. The weekend kicks off the morning of Saturday October 19th with the 5k and 10k runs. Then continues the morning of Sunday October 20th with the full and half marathons. The marathon is a certified Boston Qualifier. Source
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Historical Weather
Temperature History
Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.
Detailed History
| Year | Conditions | Low / High | Rain | Dew Point | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | | 57°/77° | - | 52° | |
2024 | | 36°/73° | - | 41° | |
2023 |  | 47°/52° | Light | 43° | |
2022 | | 41°/63° | - | 36° | |
2021 | | 51°/55° | Light | 49° |