Honolulu Marathon

Honolulu, HI, USA • December 14, 2025

Race Day Weather

73°

76° high

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Warm rain, adjust pace early

Runners will face a warm start at 74°F, rising to 76°F by race end, with high humidity at 92% and a heavy rain expected. Wind will vary, providing a tailwind from miles 2-11 but shifting to headwinds from miles 17-27. Due to the heat and moisture, runners should start conservatively and plan for hydration every 20-30 minutes, especially through the hilly sections around mile 8.

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The Honolulu Marathon (branded JAL Honolulu Marathon for sponsorship reasons) is a marathon (26.2 miles or 42.2km) in Honolulu, Hawaii, first held in 1973. It is one of the world's largest marathons,[3] taking place annually on the second Sunday in December.[4] The marathon is popular for its location in Hawaii, and is also popular among first-time marathoners, many of whom are visitors from Japan. Wikipedia

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FAQ

When is the 2025 Honolulu Marathon?

The 2025 Honolulu Marathon will be held on Sunday December 14, 2025.

Is the Honolulu Marathon a Boston Marathon Qualifier?

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

Historical Weather

Based on 25 years of data

Avg Temp

80°F

L:71° H:80°

RunScore

Conditions

Rain Freq

16%

4 of 25 yrs

Wind11mph

Dew66°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2024 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2024	61°/83°	-	64°
2023 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2023	75°/85°	-	70°
2022 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2022	75°/83°	-	63°
2021 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2021	74°/83°	-	67°
2020 Honolulu Marathon Becoming cloudy in the afternoon. 2020	72°/82°	-	68°
2019 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2019	70°/81°	-	66°
2018 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2018	72°/76°	Light	68°
2017 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2017	72°/79°	-	65°
2016 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2016	71°/80°	-	68°
2015 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2015	73°/81°	-	69°
2014 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2014	71°/75°	-	64°
2013 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2013	71°/83°	-	68°
2012 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2012	74°/81°	-	67°
2011 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain. 2011	73°/78°	-	66°
2010 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2010	71°/77°	Light	68°
2009 Honolulu Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day with afternoon rain. 2009	65°/80°	Light	66°
2008 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with a chance of rain throughout the day. 2008	71°/79°	Light	70°
2007 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2007	72°/78°	-	68°
2006 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with late afternoon rain. 2006	71°/81°	-	61°
2005 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2005	73°/81°	-	65°
2004 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2004	69°/78°	-	60°
2003 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2003	75°/80°	-	61°
2002 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with early morning rain. 2002	74°/79°	-	62°
2001 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2001	74°/80°	-	65°
2000 Honolulu Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day. 2000	68°/80°	-	65°