Jekyll Island Half Marathon

Jekyll Island, GA, USA · January 17, 2027·

55°·55° high·Breezy·Dry

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58° high

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Comfortable temps, moderate wind

Mild 55°F temps at gun time mean comfortable early miles without overheating risk. Moderate winds around 15mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Moderate humidity at 73% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.

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The Jekyll Island Half Marathon covers 13.1 miles on the Georgia barrier island on the Sunday of race weekend. The flat course passes under live oak canopies, along salt marshes and open beaches, and through the Jekyll Island Club National Historic Landmark district. It is USATF-certified and finishes beside the Jekyll Island Club Resort, where the race is based.

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Race weekend

Saturday, January 16

7:30 AM10K (6.2 mi)

7:45 AM5K (3.1 mi)

Sunday, January 17

7:30 AMMarathon (26.2 mi)

7:30 AMHalf Marathon (13.1 mi)

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When is the 2027 Jekyll Island Half Marathon?

The 2027 Jekyll Island Half Marathon will be held on Sunday January 17, 2027.

What is the time limit for the Jekyll Island Half Marathon?

The time limit for the Jekyll Island Half Marathon is 7 hours.

What will the weather be like for the 2027 Jekyll Island Half Marathon?

The forecast calls for a high of 60°F and a low of 53°F with a 8% chance of rain. Check our detailed hourly forecast above for the best half marathon race plan.

Historical Weather

Based on 4 years of data

Avg Temp

46°F

L:45° H:47°

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Rain Freq

50%

2 of 4 yrs

Wind6mph

Dew42°F

Temperature History

Range of temperatures during race hours for each year.

Detailed History

Year	Low / High	Rain	Dew Point
2026 Jekyll Island Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain in the morning and afternoon. 2026	48°/51°	Light	50°
2025 Jekyll Island Half Marathon Partly cloudy throughout the day with rain clearing later. 2025	57°/57°	Light	57°
2024 Jekyll Island Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2024	42°/43°	-	35°
2023 Jekyll Island Half Marathon Clear conditions throughout the day. 2023	32°/38°	-	25°

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