Runners will face temperatures ranging from 59°F at the start to 57°F at the finish, with high humidity at 95%. A steady headwind from the NW at 20 mph may challenge pacing. To maintain performance, runners should consider adjusting their pace conservatively and staying hydrated throughout.

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About the Hefei Marathon

The Hefei Marathon is an annual marathon and half marathon held each November in Hefei, Anhui Province, China, starting and finishing at Luogang Central Park. The race carries World Athletics Label Road Race status and is organized by the Hefei Marathon Organizing Committee together with the Anhui Provincial Sports Bureau and the Hefei Municipal Government. The 2026 edition is scheduled for November 8, with a combined field of about 30,000 runners split between the full and half marathon.

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When is the 2026 Hefei Marathon?

The 2026 Hefei Marathon will be held on Sunday November 8, 2026.

Is the Hefei Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

Yes, the Hefei Marathon is an official Boston Marathon qualifier.

What will the weather be like for the 2026 Hefei Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 59°F and a low of 46°F with a 0% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best marathon race plan.

What is the weather usually like for the Hefei Marathon?

Over the 6 years racecast.io has race-day weather for (2018 to 2026), it averaged 52°F at the start and 60°F by a typical finish. Rain fell during race hours in 2 of those years (2024 and 2026).

What was the hottest Hefei Marathon?

Of the 6 years on record, 2023 was the warmest, reaching 67°F during race hours. The coldest start was 2023, at 41°F.

What was the windiest Hefei Marathon?

Of the 6 years on record, 2026 was the windiest, with wind averaging 12 mph during race hours. The calmest was 2019, at 4 mph.

Hefei Marathon weather history

Based on 6 years of data

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56°F

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Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Hefei Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2026	57°/59°	Light	57°
2025 Hefei Marathon Cloudy skies throughout the day. 2025	55°/57°	-	55°
2024 Hefei Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2024	59°/65°	Light	58°
2023 Hefei Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	41°/67°	-	37°
2019 Hefei Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2019	43°/56°	-	43°
2018 Hefei Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2018	54°/58°	-	52°