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Great North Run

Newcastle upon Tyne, England • September 7, 2025
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rain Clear conditions throughout the day with afternoon rain.

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The Great North Run (branded the Simplyhealth Great North Run for sponsorship purposes) is the largest half marathon in the world, taking place annually in North East England each September.[1] Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields. The run was devised by former Olympic 10,000 m bronze medallist and BBC Sport commentator Brendan Foster. Wikipedia

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When is the 2025 Great North Run?

The 2025 Great North Run will be held on Sunday September 7, 2025.

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Historical Weather & Results

RunScore
Run Score: 8
Temp
63°F
Min/Max
61°/68°F
Dew
60°F
Days of Rain
2/3
Wind
6mph
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Great North Run 2024 Weather History

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

2024
fog
59°/ 61°Light
Run Score: 8

Great North Run 2023 Weather History

Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain.

2023
partly-cloudy-day
63°/ 75°Light
Run Score: 7

Great North Run 2022 Weather History

Clearing in the afternoon with late afternoon rain.

2022
partly-cloudy-day
62°/ 68°-
Run Score: 9
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