Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, mild finish
Runners will face a temperature trend starting at 49°F and rising to 61°F. Winds will be from the S at 12 mph, with gusts up to 26 mph, adding some challenge. With humidity at 52% and a comfortable dew point of 36°F, hydration will be essential, but pace adjustments are not necessary.
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The Jersey City Road Runners (JCRR) in partnership with the City of Jersey City invites you to its 4th Annual Jersey City Marathon and Half Marathon at Newport, taking place April 19, 2026, with a 7 AM start time. The marathon and half-marathon will be a USA Track & Field-sanctioned event on a USATF-certified course, one of the fastest and flattest in the United States. Furthermore, runners will have the opportunity to race through Jersey City’s uniquely diverse and culturally rich neighborhoods.
This race will be a 2027 Boston Marathon Qualifying event. Source
